[Mary&May] CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 50ml

Mary&May CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 50ml

Sunscreen is the single most important skincare product you can use — full stop. But for those with sensitive, reactive, or easily irritated skin, finding a sunscreen that protects without aggravating is a challenge. The Mary&May CICA Soothing Sun Cream solves that problem beautifully. With the highest available UV protection ratings — SPF50+ and PA++++ — it shields your skin from both UVB and UVA rays at maximum efficacy, while CICA (Centella Asiatica) actively calms, heals, and soothes the skin beneath that protective shield.

This is sunscreen that doesn't just protect — it actively cares for your skin while it does so. A true daily essential, especially in the Nairobi sun.

✨ Key Ingredients & What They Do

• CICA (Centella Asiatica Extract) — The hero calming ingredient of Korean skincare. Centella Asiatica is rich in madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid — a quartet of active compounds with powerful anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, and barrier-repairing properties. CICA reduces redness and irritation, accelerates skin repair, strengthens the skin barrier, and soothes sensitized or stressed skin. Its inclusion in a sunscreen is particularly thoughtful, as UV exposure itself is a major trigger for inflammation and barrier disruption.
• Broad-Spectrum UV Filters (SPF50+ PA++++) — SPF50+ blocks approximately 98% of UVB rays (the rays responsible for sunburn and skin cancer), while PA++++ represents the highest rating for UVA protection (the rays responsible for premature aging, hyperpigmentation, and deeper skin damage). Together, they provide comprehensive, maximum-strength protection against the full spectrum of UV radiation.
• Niacinamide — Multitasks within the formula to brighten the complexion, minimize pores, regulate sebum, and reinforce the skin barrier — ensuring the sunscreen does more than just protect, actively improving skin quality with daily use.
• Hyaluronic Acid — Provides lightweight, non-greasy hydration that keeps skin comfortable and plump throughout the day, preventing the dryness and tightness that some sunscreens can cause.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5) — A deeply soothing and moisturizing ingredient that complements CICA's calming action, helping to maintain skin comfort and barrier integrity under UV exposure.

🌿 What It Targets

• UVB rays — sunburn, skin cancer risk, surface damage
• UVA rays — premature aging, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, deep skin damage
• Redness, irritation, and UV-induced inflammation
• Post-procedure or sensitized skin needing gentle protection
• Dehydration and moisture loss during sun exposure
• Uneven skin tone and dark spot formation from UV exposure
• Weakened skin barrier

🧴 Texture & Feel

The sun cream has a smooth, lightweight cream texture that blends effortlessly into the skin without the dreaded white cast associated with many high-SPF formulas. It absorbs quickly, leaving a soft, slightly dewy finish that works beautifully as a makeup base or as a standalone final step. There's no greasiness, no pilling, and no heavy sunscreen smell — just comfortable, invisible protection that you'll actually want to wear every single day.

📋 How to Use

1. Apply as the very last step of your morning skincare routine — after moisturizer and before makeup.
2. Dispense a generous amount (approximately ¼ teaspoon / 1.5ml for the face alone) — most people under-apply sunscreen, which significantly reduces its effectiveness.
3. Apply evenly to the face, neck, and any other exposed areas using gentle patting and spreading motions.
4. Allow to absorb for 1–2 minutes before applying makeup.
5. Reapply every 2 hours when outdoors, after sweating, or after towel drying — no sunscreen lasts all day without reapplication.
6. Use every morning without exception — UV damage occurs even on cloudy days and through windows.

⚠️ Important Notes

• SPF50+ and PA++++ provide maximum available UV protection — but no sunscreen blocks 100% of UV rays. Combine with protective clothing, hats, and shade for comprehensive sun protection.
• Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, acne-prone, and post-procedure skin.
• Patch test recommended for first-time users with highly reactive skin.
• For external use only — avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Do not use on broken or severely irritated skin.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat to preserve SPF efficacy.
• Check expiry date — expired sunscreen loses its UV protection effectiveness.

📦 Product Details

• Brand: Mary&May
• Volume: 50ml
• SPF Rating: SPF50+
• PA Rating: PA++++ (Maximum UVA Protection)
• Country of Origin: South Korea 🇰🇷
• Skin Type: All skin types — especially sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin
• Best For: Daily UV protection, soothing, barrier support, brightening
• Step in Routine: Final AM step — after moisturizer, before makeup