Dr. esthé Sun Protection Mild Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

Dr. esthé Sun Protection Mild is a titanium dioxide mineral sunscreen SPF 50, formulated in Korea specifically for oily and acne-prone skin. It finishes matte, controls sebum through the day, and leaves no white residue.

Most sunscreens fail on oily skin for one of two reasons: they add shine to skin that already has too much, or they sit heavy enough to congest pores. This one uses a Smart Sebum Control system that absorbs excess oil as it surfaces rather than simply masking it, which is why the matte finish holds past midday instead of breaking down by lunch.

Titanium dioxide is a physical filter, like zinc oxide. It reflects UV rather than absorbing it, and it tends to run lighter in texture than zinc formulas, which is part of why this one wears well on skin that rejects heavier sunscreens.

Who this is for

Oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. Anyone who has abandoned sunscreen because every formula they tried made them shiny or triggered congestion.

Where it sits in a Korean skincare routine

Sunscreen is the final morning step, applied after essence, serum, and moisturizer. Desiree Strong has specialized in Korean skincare protocols across a 30 year practice, and Dr. esthé is one of the professional lines she works with in the treatment room as well as retail.