Canmake - Mermaid Skin Gel UV Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ (C03 Pure Purple)
Description
Tone up dullness while securing high-level photoprotection with the Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV (C03 Pure Purple). Expanding on the cult-favorite Mermaid Skin Gel series, this color-correcting daily sunscreen gel is engineered to correct yellow/sallow undertones and restore an immediate, luminous translucency to the skin. Functions seamlessly as a skincare moisturizer, anti-photoaging shield, and color-correcting primer, casting a weightless, hydrating veil that prepares the skin for makeup application while preventing solar damage.
Color-Correcting Tone Optics & Hydro-Gel Delivery Mechanics
Chroma-Correcting Optical Dispersion
The defining mechanism of shade C03 Pure Purple relies on optical color theory. Formulated with precise ratios of Ultramarines (CI 77007) and Titanium Dioxide, the purple tint actively cancels out dull yellow pigments and sallowness in the stratum corneum. This creates a natural tone-up effect without leaving a chalky, artificial white mask, imparting a fresh, brightened, "clear" skin finish.
Hybrid Photoprotective Matrix
To maintain high-stability broad-spectrum UV shielding, the formula integrates a hybrid network of mineral and chemical filters:
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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate & Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (Uvinul A Plus): High-efficiency organic absorbers targeting high-energy UVB and deep-penetrating long-wave UVA.
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Titanium Dioxide & Zinc Oxide: Physical inorganic filters that reflect and scatter solar rays across the spectrum while regulating excess surface oil.
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S): Photostable broad-spectrum organic filter that stabilizes the overall UV matrix.
Botanical Hydro-Gel Matrix
Composed of 85% skin-conditioning ingredients, the water-burst gel structure collapses into a fluid serum upon contact with the skin. It delivers a rich blend of botanical humectants, including Sodium Hyaluronate, Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job's Tears) Seed Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, and Evening Primrose Seed Extract. These active botanicals replenish moisture levels, suppress free-radical oxidation, and reinforce the cutaneous barrier under daily environmental stress.
Skin Type Suitable for all skin types, particularly dull, sallow, normal, combination, and oily skin seeking color correction, brightening, and high-SPF protection.
Concerns Solved Sallowness, yellow undertones, skin dullness, UVA/UVB photo-aging, dryness, and uneven makeup application.
Texture A lightweight, water-burst gel with a fresh lavender tint that breaks smoothly into a hydrating serum, absorbing quickly to leave a bright, dewy, non-sticky finish.
Usage Time Optimized for daily morning (AM) use as the final step in the skincare routine or immediately before base makeup application.
Compatible Routines Integrates smoothly after hydrating toners and serums. Functions as an ideal brightening primer beneath foundations, BB creams, or pressed setting powders (such as Canmake Marshmallow Finish Powder).
Who Should Avoid It
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Extremely Warm/Deep Skin Tones Seeking Invisible Protection: Due to the active purple tone-up pigments, those with deeper skin tones may experience an overly cool or brightened cast.



