Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence Lavender SPF 50+ PA++++

Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ (Lavender) 70g is an acclaimed, multi-functional Japanese sunscreen essence engineered to combine maximum photostable sun protection with instant color correction and skin-brightening radiance. Specially developed for dull, tired, or sallow skin, this hybrid sunscreen acts as a daily UV shield, a hydrating serum, and a light-reflecting makeup primer in one step.

The formula utilizes optical color-theory correction. By blending a clarifying translucent blue tint with a soft blooming pink pigment, the resulting lavender tone counteracts yellow undertones and uneven redness, leaving skin clear and translucent. This optical correction is further elevated by ultra-fine synthetic strobe pearls that reflect light multi-dimensionally to blur pores, conceal surface irregularities, and impart a subtle dewy glow.

Beyond cosmetic enhancement, the essence provides broad-spectrum defense through a photostable combination of organic and mineral filters (including Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Octinoxate, and Titanium Dioxide). The skincare base delivers antioxidant and brightening benefits via Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, moisture-binding Sodium Hyaluronate, and antioxidant-rich botanical extracts like Passion Fruit and Chestnut Rose.

Boasting a water-burst texture that spreads smoothly across both face and body, this non-sticky essence sets with zero white cast or greasy residue, leaving a clean, refreshing soap scent.

Variants

• Lavender (This Variant): Blends blue and pink tones to correct sallow, yellow, and dull undertones, imparting clarity and a healthy glow.

• Mint Green: Combines blue and green pigments to neutralize facial redness, acne marks, and post-inflammatory erythema.

• Rose (Happiness Aura): Infused with rose-pink pigments to add warmth and a radiant flush to pale, washed-out complexions.

• Latte Beige: Blends orange and white pigments to even out uneven pigmentation and correct dark circles on medium-to-deep skin tones.

How It Works & Key Benefits

• High-Factor UV Shielding: A combination of modern organic and inorganic filters absorbs and scatters harmful UVA and UVB rays, preventing sunspots, tanning, and collagen breakdown.

• Optical Sallow-Tone Correction: The lavender shade visually cancels out yellowness and dullness across the face and neck, creating an instantly brighter, more awake appearance.

• Strobe-Light Radiance: Micro-fine pearl particles sit evenly on the skin surface, diffusing direct light to blur imperfections and produce a lit-from-within sheen.

• Long-Wear Adhesion Coating: Film-forming polymers ensure that UV filters and color-correcting pigments adhere smoothly to the skin, resisting breakdown from sweat, high humidity, and physical friction.

Core Active Ingredients & What They Do

• Advanced UV Filter Array (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Titanium Dioxide): High-performance photostable filters providing complete UVA and UVB defense with SPF 50+ PA++++.

• Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP): Stable, water-soluble Vitamin C derivative that suppresses melanin activity, defends against free radical damage, and promotes overall skin brightness.

• Sodium Hyaluronate: High-affinity humectant that binds ambient water to the skin, preventing dryness throughout extended wear.

• Passiflora Edulis (Passion Fruit) Fruit Extract: Botanical antioxidant that shields skin cells from UV-induced oxidation and improves moisture balance.

• Rosa Roxburghii Fruit Extract & Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica (Plum): Plant-derived bio-actives that condition rough texture, enhance elasticity, and promote cellular clarity.

• Micro-Fine Strobe Pearls (Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Alumina, Tin Oxide): Microscopic, skin-safe mineral pigments that reflect light to brighten facial contours and provide a luminous glow.

Formula Feel/Absorption/Finish

• Feel: Fresh, watery gel-cream essence that bursts into a hydrating, weightless slip upon skin contact.

• Absorption: Sinks into the epidermis within seconds with zero chalky drag, heaviness, or pilling.

• Finish: Dewy, luminous, and clear; leaves a non-greasy, non-sticky veil that feels touchably soft.

Skin Barrier & Surface Finish

• Skin Barrier: Kept hydrated and shielded against trans-epidermal moisture loss through sodium hyaluronate and skin-conditioning emollients.

• Surface Finish: Smooth, translucent, and radiant; acts as a gripping primer that prevents foundation from clinging to fine lines or dry patches.

Skin Type

• Dull & Sallow Skin: Counteracts yellow, uneven tones to restore natural clarity.

• Normal to Combination Skin: Balances hydration with a lightweight, non-oily dry-down.

• Dry Skin: Hydrating hyaluronic acid base prevents the chalky flakiness common in high-SPF tone-up formulas.

Concerns Solved

• Yellow, sallow, and dull skin undertones

• Daily UV radiation, sunburn, and photo-induced hyperpigmentation

• Enlarged-looking pores and uneven light reflection

• Sunscreen greasiness, white casts, and heavy makeup-primer layering

Texture

Lightweight, lavender-tinted watery essence cream.

Usage Time

• Daytime (AM & Outdoor Exposure): Apply in the morning as the final step of your skincare routine, 15 to 20 minutes prior to sun exposure, and reapply every 2 to 3 hours when outdoors, sweating, or towel-drying.

Compatible Routines

• Makeup Primer Regimen: Wear directly beneath foundation, BB cream, or concealer to extend makeup longevity and enhance overall radiance.

• No-Makeup Days: Wear alone over moisturizer for light tone correction, subtle glow, and complete daily sun protection.

• Body Sun Care: Smooth over the neck, clavicles, décolletage, and arms to even out body skin tone and add an iridescent sheen.

Who Should Avoid It

• Individuals with high sensitivity to cosmetic alcohol (ethanol is included to ensure rapid absorption and a weightless feel).

• Individuals sensitive to chemical UV filters or synthetic fragrances.

• Avoid applying directly onto broken skin, active open sores, or severe dermatitis flares.