ANESSA Sunscreens Series Comparison Guide

ANESSA, a leading Japanese sunscreen brand under Shiseido, is highly acclaimed for its excellent waterproof and superior UV protection capabilities. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the wide range of ANESSA products?

Don't worry! This article will delve into the star product, ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk (Gold Bottle), compare the differences between various series, and analyze ANESSA's key ingredients in detail. Also, we will provide tailored purchasing advice for sensitive skin and children to ensure you can easily find the most suitable Shiseido ANESSA for yourself, enjoy exceptional protection, and take advantage of local Japanese offers! Currently, there are limited edition Japanese ANESSA Pokémon packaging and trial sets available for you to purchase!

 

Contents

• Why Choose ANESSA?
• Overview of the ANESSA Product Series
• ANESSA Purchase Guide: Gold Bottle, Gel, Sensitive Skin Versions - Understanding the Differences at Once!
• Summary of Purchasing Strategy: Find Your Destined ANESSA Based on Your Needs
• ANESSA Pokémon Packaging, Limited Edition Sets

Why Choose ANESSA?

ANESSA has become a leading brand in Japan's sunscreen industry due to its continuous innovative technology and thoughtful consideration of the skin. The proprietary "Aqua Booster EX" technology is its core innovation, enhancing the protective layer upon contact with sweat, water, and even heat, while also offering outstanding abrasion resistance to ensure the protective efficacy remains undiminished over time. The sunscreen feels lightweight yet enhances both its staying power and protective effects. Furthermore, ANESSA conveniences users by ensuring all its products can be effortlessly washed off with regular soap or body wash, eliminating the need for specific makeup removers.

Overview of ANESSA's Full Product Range

Whether you are an outdoor sports enthusiast, have sensitive skin, or are a city woman pursuing whitening and anti-aging solutions, ANESSA offers custom-designed sunscreen products just for you. Here is a detailed introduction to ANESSA's popular star series, analyzing the features of various products to help you effortlessly find your "destined sunscreen":

ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare has the following 2 different textures:

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Lightweight and smooth, very adherent.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA++++
• Water Resistance: ★★ (highest in the series: waterproof, sweatproof, enhanced defense against heat and humidity)
• Technological Features: Auto-repair UV protective film, Aqua Booster EX technology
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Collagen, Super Hyaluronic Acid, Green Tea Extract Complex, Yellow Flower Plant Extract Complex
• Fragrance: Fruity floral scent
• Removal Method: Can be removed with soap
• Pre-makeup Effect: Can be used as a makeup base

Auto-repair Technology: Unique formula gives the sunscreen film elasticity and fluidity, allowing it to automatically fill micro-gaps caused by touching or facial expressions, maintaining complete protection. Aqua Booster EX Technology: Contact with water, sweat, and thermal energy causes the sunscreen ingredients to bond more tightly, forming a tougher, more uniform UV protective film for more enduring sun protection.

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Lightweight and adherent, but more moisturizing than the sunscreen milk.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA++++
• Water Resistance: ★★ (waterproof, sweatproof)
• Technological Features: Auto-repair UV protective film, Aqua Booster EX technology (specific to water and sweat)
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Collagen, Super Hyaluronic Acid, Green Tea Extract Complex, Yellow Flower Plant Extract Complex
• Fragrance: Fruity floral scent
• Removal Method: Can be removed with soap
• Pre-makeup Effect: Can be used as a makeup base

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Pink cream texture with a brightening and tinting effect.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA++++
• Water Resistance: ★★ (suitable for daily waterproofing)
• Technological Features: No special indication (but should possess basic ANESSA waterproof technology)
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Whitening ingredients (Tranexamic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate)
• Fragrance: Fruity floral scent
• Removal Method: Can be removed with soap
• Pre-makeup Effect: Can be used as a makeup base

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Refreshing lotion, lighter texture than the violet bottle.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA++++
• Water Resistance: ★ (water-resistant)
• Technological Features: Equipped with Sun Dual Care™ technology, which converts sunlight into beauty energy.
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Contains effective whitening ingredients (Tranexamic Acid, Green Tea Extract Complex), providing protection while also caring for the skin.
• Fragrance: Fresh floral scent
• Removal Method: Requires makeup remover.
• Pre-makeup Effect: Can be used as a makeup base and foundation, suitable for users seeking high-efficiency daytime protection combined with skincare and pre-makeup priming.

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Lightweight and smooth.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA++++
• Water Resistance: ★ (waterproof)
• Technological Features: Aqua Booster EX technology
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Low-irritation design (free from alcohol, preservatives, mineral oil, fragrances, and dyes)
• Fragrance: Fragrance-free
• Removal Method: Can be removed with soap

• Type of Sunscreen: Pure physical sunscreen (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide)
• Feeling on skin: Easy to apply, but pure physical sunscreen may cause slight whiteness.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF35 / PA+++
• Water Resistance: ★ (waterproof)
• Technological Features: Aqua Booster EX technology
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Low-irritation design (free from alcohol, preservatives, mineral oil, fragrances, and dyes)
• Fragrance: Fragrance-free
• Removal Method: Can be removed with soap

• Type of Sunscreen: Hybrid sunscreen (contains both chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients)
• Feeling on skin: Convenient for makeup touch-up and sunscreen reapplication, not heavy.
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: SPF50+ / PA+++
• Water Resistance: Not indicated (but emphasizes that the UV protective film becomes more robust)
• Technological Features: UV protective film becomes stronger with sweat and heat
• Beauty Care Ingredients: 50% skincare ingredients
• Fragrance: Citrus soap scent
• Removal Method: Requires makeup remover

• Feeling on skin: Refreshing and non-greasy
• Sun Protection Effectiveness: No SPF (designed for night repair)
• Water Resistance: None
• Technological Features: None
• Beauty Care Ingredients: Effective ingredients for "moisturizing" and "preventing skin dryness"
• Fragrance: Herbal green & lavender scent
• Removal Method: No need for removal (night care product)
  

ANESSA Purchase Guide: Perfectly Understand the Differences Between the Gold Bottle, Gel, and Sensitive Skin Versions!

Below is a guideline for choosing different ANESSA series based on various needs:

ANESSA Purchase Guide: Find Your Perfect Sunscreen Based on Your Needs!

1. Top Defense and Outdoor Activities: ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Series

Series Characteristics: Offers the highest sun protection (SPF50+/PA++++), known for being ultra-waterproof, anti-friction, with a lightweight and adherent feel.

How to choose the texture:

ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk: Extremely refreshing and lightweight, ideal for those seeking invisible protection, heavy sweaters, or high-intensity outdoor activity enthusiasts.

ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Gel: Lightweight and adherent, but more moisturizing, suitable for those needing high protection while focusing on moisture.

2. Daytime Sunscreen with Whitening and Skincare: Whitening Series / Protective Serum

Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel (Tinted): SPF50+/PA++++, pink cream texture, offers brightening and tinting effects, can be used as a makeup base, and contains whitening ingredients.

Radiant Skin Day Serum (Non-tinted): SPF50+/PA++++, refreshing lotion texture, equipped with Sun Dual Care™ technology to convert sunlight into beauty energy, provides whitening care, and can be used as a makeup base and foundation.

3. Specifically for Sensitive Skin and Infants: Sensitive Skin Series

Series Characteristics: Provides gentle, non-burdening defense, with a low-irritation design (free from alcohol, preservatives, mineral oil, fragrances, and dyes).

How to choose the sunscreen type and SPF:

Mild Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin: Provides high protection with SPF50+/PA++++ hybrid sunscreen, lightweight and smooth.

Baby Moisture UV Sunscreen Gel: Provides gentle protection with SPF35/PA+++ pure physical sunscreen, easy to apply, suitable for those sensitive to chemical ingredients (may have a slight white cast).

4. Convenient and Quick Specialty Products: Sunscreen Cushion / Night Repair

All-in-One Beauty UV Cushion Foundation: SPF50+/PA+++, combines makeup touch-up and sunscreen in one step, convenient and not heavy, contains 50% skincare ingredients.

Night Repair Beauty Serum: Night-time use, no SPF, focuses on being refreshing, moisturizing, and repairing UV-induced irritation.

Summary of Purchasing Strategy:

Extreme Outdoors/Highest Protection: First choice is the Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Series (choose the milk for lightweight, adherent high protection; choose the gel for hydration needs).

Sunscreen with Whitening: Choose Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel (for tinting) or Radiant Skin Day Serum (for no tint, with an emphasis on skincare).

Sensitive Skin/Infants/Seeking Gentle Care: Choose the Sensitive Skin Series (focus on high SPF with a refreshing feel choose the pink bottle, for pure physical sunscreen choose the blue bottle).

Quick Makeup/Sunscreen Touch-ups: Choose the All-in-One Beauty UV Cushion Foundation.

Night Skin Repair: Choose the Night Repair Beauty Serum.