The History of Whoo

Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++

The History of Whoo - Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid SPF50+/PA++++

Product overview

Brand: The History of Whoo
Product Name: Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++
Korean Product Name: 공진향 진해윤 선퀴드 SPF50+/PA++++
UV Protection: SPF50+/PA++++
Water Resistance: Not water resistant
Capacity: 50ml
Formulated by: LG Household & Health Care
Manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care
Distributed by: LG Household & Health Care
Country of Manufacture: South Korea
Functional Cosmetic Certifications: UV Protection, Whitening Dual-Functional Cosmetic
Original Retail Price: 52,000 KRW
Date of Release: March 2024
Shelf life: 3 years before opening. 12 months after opening.

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Ingredients

Sunscreen type: Chemical (organic UV filters)
UV filters: Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate.
Notable allergens: Alcohol, Essential Oils, Fragrance.

Water, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol Denat., Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Tromethamine, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Panthenol, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Dimethicone, Phospholipids, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-11, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Trisodium EDTA, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, t-Butyl Alcohol, Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Arginine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glutamic Acid, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Glycoproteins, Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol

정제수, 이소아밀P-메톡시신나메이트, 변성알코올, 드로메트리졸트리실록산, 에칠헥실살리실레이트, 글리세린, 프로판다이올, 트로메타민, 페닐벤즈이미다졸설포닉애씨드, 테레프탈릴리덴디캠퍼설포닉애씨드, 1,2-헥산다이올, 디에칠아미노하이드록시벤조일헥실벤조에이트, 판테놀, 소듐메틸스테아로일타우레이트, 다이메티콘, 포스포리피드, 부틸렌글라이콜, 세테아릴알코올, 메틸메타크릴레이트크로스폴리머, 아크릴레이트/C10-30알킬아크릴레이트크로스폴리머, 폴리실리콘-11, 잔탄검, 아데노신, 암모늄폴리아크릴로일다이메틸타우레이트, 트라이소듐이디티에이, 병풀잎추출물, T-부틸알코올, 천문동뿌리추출물, 토코페롤, 카프릴릴글라이콜, 데실글루코사이드, 약모밀추출물, 알지닌, 다이포타슘글리시리제이트, 소듐하이알루로네이트, 글루타믹애씨드, 산수유열매추출물, 참당귀뿌리추출물, 타임추출물, 스페인감초뿌리추출물, 글라이코프로테인, 영지버섯추출물, 에틸헥실글리세린, 향료, 제라니올, 리날룰, 리모넨, 시트로넬올

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Product description

The History of Whoo ‘s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” is an anti-wrinkle functional sunscreen with a light, airy texture designed to protect the skin from UV rays while simultaneously providing calming and soothing effects.

Introducing an all-in-one sunscreen that combines cooling, anti-aging, and moisturising benefits in a single step.

  • Instantly reduces skin temperature by -5°C upon application
  • Certified as a wrinkle-improvement and UV-protection dual-functional cosmetic
  • Delivers deep moisture within 5 seconds

⬥ Combats thermal skin aging

The History of Whoo’s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” effectively combats thermal skin aging by providing a continuous cooling relief action, even under scorching sunlight and in high temperatures.

  • Cooling: Right after use, skin temperature drops by -5°C. When layered three times, skin temperature drops by -7°C1.
  • Soothing: Enriched with soothing Hanbang ingredients for temporary relief of skin redness2.

[1] Evaluation of temporary skin temperature decrease (cooling) after one application and after layering the product three times.
[2] Evaluation of soothing effects due to infrared heat (redness relief).
Tests conducted by: Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences.
Participants: 31 women aged 30-68.
Date: 19-20 December 2023.

⬥ Anti-aging solution

The History of Whoo’s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” is a simple and gentle solution to combat signs of aging and photo-aging on your face, hands and décolleté.

  • The sunscreen boasts a featherlight texture that effectively minimises smudging and stickiness3, ensuring comfortable application from the décolleté to the backs of hands.
  • Deeply moisturises skin in just 5 seconds. Formulated with 100kDa Hyaluronic Acid, the sunscreen improves skin moisture by 24.8%.
  • Anti-aging Care: In addition to improving the appearance of wrinkles, the sunscreen was also formulated with Gong Jin Solution™, an ingredient exclusive to The History of Whoo which helps boost elasticity.

[3] Reduced smudging and stickiness: compared to the brand’s existing sun care products.
Tests conducted by: Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences.
Participants: 31 women aged 30-68.
Date: 19-20 December 2023.

⬥ Ingredients

  • 100kDa Hyaluronic Acid: Improves moisture and elasticity. Thanks to its small molecular weight, 100kDa Hyaluronic Acid easily penetrates the outermost layer of the epidermis, delivering exceptional hydration and elasticity.
  • Soothing Hanbang ingredients: Provide cooling and soothing properties. Enriched with traditional Hanbang ingredients such as Houttuynia Cordata, Centella Asiatica, and Licorice, the formula provides a cooling and soothing effect, gently protecting the skin from sun-induced irritation.
  • Gong Jin Solution™: a complex that helps boost skin elasticity. Developed through The History of Whoo’s integrative medicine research technology, the ingredient combines traditional royal herbal remedies to enhance the skin’s intrinsic energy and elasticity.

⬥ Texture

The History of Whoo’s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” features an ultra-low viscosity airy liquid formula that feels as thin and light as air. 

The sunscreen’s creamy toner-like formula results in a fresh texture with a thin, watery consistency that instantly absorbs into the skin without leaving any white cast and dries with a weightless finish that doesn’t feel sticky.

  • 100% of users agreed that the sunscreen felt incredibly lightweight, as if it had not been applied at all.
  • 100% of users found the sunscreen to be weightless and non-sticky, even when applied to the hands.
  • 100% of users described the sunscreen as lightweight and non-greasy, even after applying it multiple times.
  • 100% of users reported no pilling after applying the sunscreen.
  • 100% of users felt that the sunscreen was easily absorbed into their skin.
  • 100% of users described the sunscreen as moisturising.

Costumer survey conducted by: Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences.
Participants: 31 women aged 30-68.
Date: 19-20 December 2023.

⬥ A sunscreen that considers both the skin and the ocean

The History of Whoo’s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” features an ultra-low viscosity airy liquid formula that feels as thin and light as air. 

The sunscreen’s creamy toner-like formula results in a fresh texture with a thin, watery consistency that instantly absorbs into the skin without leaving any white cast and dries with a weightless finish that doesn’t feel sticky.

  • Reef-safe: Formulated without octinoxate and oxybenzone to protect marine ecosystems.
  • Cyclic silicone-free: Formulated without cyclic silicones.
  • Easy-wash: The sunscreen can easily be removed using only a foaming cleanser.

⬥ How to use

Despite its low-viscosity formula, The History of Whoo ‘s “Gong Jin Hyang Sunquid UV Protective Cream SPF50+/PA++++” doesn’t separate and doesn’t require shaking before use.

  • After completing your regular morning skincare routine, dispense the desired amount of product and gently apply it to your face and neck.
  • Pay extra attention to areas that are more likely to be exposed to the sun, like your cheeks, the bridge of your nose, and forehead. Apply an additional layer on these areas.
  • During outdoor activities or while driving, make sure to apply the product frequently to areas that are prone to sun exposure, such as the backs of your hands or arms.
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Directions

After completing your regular morning skincare routine,  dispense the desired amount of product and use your fingertips to gently apply it to your face. Make sure to apply an additional layer to the areas most exposed to UV rays, such as cheekbones, nose and forehead.

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Precautions

  1. General precautions:
    • Immediately consult a dermatologist if symptoms such as red blotches, swelling and/or itchiness appear while using the product, or in case such symptoms appear when the skin is exposed to direct sunlight after use.
    • Do not use the product on open wounds.
    • Storage and handling precautions:
      • Keep out of the reach of children.
      • Keep away from direct sunlight.
  2. Be careful to avoid the product going into your eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with clean water.
  3. Use only for the intended purpose.
  4. Do not mix with substances other than cosmetics.
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Other editions and formulations

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⬥ Special editions:

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Review

Source: The History of Whoo official website and official product packaging
Translation: © 2024 Odile Monod. You may not reproduce the above translation for commercial purposes without the express written consent of the translator.

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