[LieLetter] Sunscreen and Body Wash, You Can't Survive 35-Degree Heat Without These

Klairs 'Midday Blue UV Shield'
Dr. Bronner's 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap'
AHC 'Natural Perfection Fresh Sun Stick'
The Body Shop 'Moringa Large Capacity Shower Gel'

[Culture & Life Department Reporters Eunji Kim, Intern Bomi Kim]*Casual Speech Mode Warning*

Once again, hello..? The letter sent to Likeit readers, 'Liletter', is back. For those wondering, 'What is Liletter?' please check out the first letter.

Writing this casual speech letter for the second time means a month has passed. Time flies, right? A lot has happened in the meantime. It seemed to get a bit hot, then the rainy season came with continuous rain. After that, humidity and heat soared insanely. It's a total battle with sweat, driving me crazy. You agree, right?

In that sense, this time we're going to cover sunscreen and body wash items. The theme is ! Everyone knows sunscreen is a must-have item in summer, right? Editor J and Editor B, who wandered around looking for the perfect sunscreen for their skin, are here to introduce some amazing sunscreens, so pay attention. We'll also share a body wash honey item that warmly embraces skin sticky from sweat pouring down like rain. Now, let's start the Liletter in earnest!

Likeit's Typical Worker Ant_Editor J's PICK 'Sunscreen'
-Characteristics: Natural person (barely wears makeup! Rarely used sunscreen before…) / Recently realized the importance of sunscreen
-PICK: Klairs 'Midday Blue UV Shield'

Actually, I wasn't even a 'sunscreen nomad.' I didn't wear sunscreen at all. I felt like dust stuck to my face whenever I applied sunscreen. Plus, it was sticky. It was frustrating to see sunscreen seep white into the gaps of my fingerprint ridges when applying. But I recently realized firsthand that sunscreen is an essential beauty item. I started getting freckles on my cheeks. Apparently, that's because my skin was directly exposed to sunlight.

So I began looking for sunscreen little by little. The item that was 『saved』 in my heart at that time was Klairs 'Midday Blue UV Shield'. By the way, I have a value that my pouch and vanity should be minimal and pretty (TMI), and 'Midday Blue UV Shield' boasts a visual that can only earn a passing necklace. The sky blue color is so refreshing. The packaging is really simple and beautiful. I also loved that Klairs aims to be Vegan Friendly and Cruelty Free.

When I applied the 'Midday Blue UV Shield,' which I fell in love with at first sight, to my skin... I immediately thought, 'Oh? This is comfortable.' My fixed ideas about sunscreen crumbled. It's so refreshing. It doesn't feel sticky and finishes softly, like applying lotion. Although it's a mineral sunscreen, it has little white cast, so it's not burdensome. It didn't cause makeup to cake either. 'Midday Blue UV Shield' is a sunscreen I must keep close by from now on♥. Hehe.

Likeit's Typical Worker Ant_Editor J's PICK 'Body Wash'
-Characteristics: Sweats mainly on hairline and back / Fan of refreshing mint scent
-PICK: Dr. Bronner's 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap'

I'm the type who doesn't get hot easily. I don't sweat a lot. Sweat beads only form on my hairline and back. But this summer had a destructive power that even made me, who is strong against heat, kneel. After work, when I check my body condition at home, my arms, legs, neck?everywhere is super sticky. I feel like a human adhesive. If I put my arm somewhere, it sticks with a 'chop' sound.

What do you need at this time? A shower time that blows away the dampness! Dr. Bronner's 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap' carries a peppermint scent that sends this discomfort outside the fence in one shot. I found out that 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap' is nicknamed 'Oh! Cold Cleanser' and 'Cooling Shower.' Absolutely, 100% sure. 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap' is a body care honey item that provides a refreshing cooling sensation.

The more you rub, the more the refreshing feeling doubles. It's very cool. According to Dr. Bronner's, if you don't rinse the foam immediately but wash it off after 10-15 seconds, you can feel even cooler. You can enjoy the gradually lowering skin temperature while showering, and this feeling lasts even after leaving the bathroom. It's really the best..! Also, 'Peppermint Pure Castile Soap' can be used as shampoo. If you want to 'eat peppermint candy with your hair'(?), give it a try♥.

Likeit's Picasso_Editor B's PICK 'Sunscreen'
-Characteristics: Foundation-free / Hates hassle / Equipped with hidden honey item radar
-PICK: AHC 'Natural Perfection Fresh Sun Stick'

It rained heavily for a while, and now it's a heatwave. The feeling of standing all day in front of an air conditioner outdoor unit... Is this what it feels like to be a steamed dumpling in a pot? Under the sun that seems to cook me at any moment, I thought, 'I can't delay sun care anymore!' Even if you wear a mask every day, sun protection is essential, so let's prepare a lightweight product that sticks well to the skin. If you're still wondering which product to buy, I'll introduce the one I'm using. Since it's a 'my own money' item, I'll be honest!

I'm extremely averse to hassle. So I prefer sun sticks over sunscreen. Because you don't need to get cosmetics on your hands; just swipe it on your face, and sun care is done. The product I'm using these days is AHC's masterpiece (purely my personal opinion) 'Natural Perfection Fresh Sun Stick'. It has SPF 50+ and PA++++. I've tried several sun sticks, and somehow(?) I settled on this one. I like the texture and the finish. It's a mini size of 22g and costs 19,000 won, which hurts my heart a bit, but the texture is 'unbeatable,' so I have to buy it. There's a reason it's famous. The price... well, you can wait for a 1+1 event and buy it!

This product is really fresh, as its name 'Fresh' suggests. It has no stickiness, so no worries about hair sticking. I don't like round cylindrical sun sticks because they're hard to apply around the nose, but this one is rectangular, so it's easy to apply precisely. There are many advantages, but the biggest advantage in my opinion is its transparent and lightweight formula. These days, with masks, people hate putting anything on their face. This is so transparent that you can't tell if you applied it or not, so it's comfortable. It doesn't feel suffocating or bothersome at all!

The fact that it doesn't add color might be disappointing for those who want their sun product to double as a base, but if you, like me, don't enjoy makeup much... you'll probably love this part. I thought about cons since I wrote only pros: the formula is so transparent that you might reapply over the same spot or sometimes forget cleansing during showering, and the price is a bit high. There are no critical downsides like skin irritation, so I think it's safe to use.

Likeit's Picasso_Editor B's PICK 'Body Wash'
-Characteristics: Showers 3 times a day / Dry skin / 'Moisture' is very important
-PICK: The Body Shop 'Moringa Large Capacity Shower Gel'

How many times do you shower these days? I, who get hot easily, shower at least two or three times! Frequent showers reduce stickiness to some extent, but another concern arises: dry skin! Even if I apply good body lotion, my skin still feels dry or even slightly itchy. Once dryness is felt on the arms and legs, it takes quite a while to restore moist skin, so it's better to use a moisturizing body wash from the start.

The product I never forget to order during summer when I shower more often is The Body Shop's 'Moringa Large Capacity Shower Gel'. True to its name 'large capacity,' it contains a whopping 750ml and costs about 27,000 won, which is reasonably priced! (Think it's expensive? Hey... In the last Liletter, I introduced Dear Dahlia's lip product that was 6.5ml for 26,000 won.) Even if you pump a lot, it lasts quite long, so it seems reasonable.

Let me describe the texture. It's a very light yellowish transparent gel texture, not too watery, so when you press the pump, it comes out firmly. If you apply it on a shower ball or towel and rub, it produces rich foam, making washing your body pleasant. The scent is a subtle floral fragrance that probably won't divide opinions much! It's not a sweet scent that feels heavy for summer, so you can use it without burden. The scent suits everyone regardless of age or gender, so it might be good as a gift too!

Sometimes body washes leave a slippery feeling even after rinsing cleanly, but this product feels 'smooth + squeaky clean,' so you feel refreshed after showering. However, it never dries out your skin. Even the easily cracked shin area feels smooth and moist after use, so if you quickly apply a light body lotion, body care is done easily. If you're 'pondering' what body wash to choose, trust me and try this one. You won't regret it. Have a moist and refreshing hot summer! Bye♥