APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen vs Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
A side-by-side comparison of two Korean sunscreens — ingredients, skin-type fit, size and live UK prices — to help you decide which to buy.
APLB
Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen
£11.65 delivered
£7.80 + £3.85 delivery · free over £50
Ships from overseas6–15 business days · Express £5.39, 4–8 business days
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Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
£14.35 delivered
£10.50 + £3.85 delivery · free over £50
Ships from overseas6–15 business days · Express £5.39, 4–8 business days
Ships from UK · £19.80 delivered at MOIDA£15.90 + £3.90 delivery · free over £30 · 2–5 working days
Compare all prices| Price (from) | £7.80 | £10.50 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sunscreens | Sunscreens |
| Key ingredient | Retinol + Vitamin C | Rice Extract + Probiotics |
| Best for | oily, combination, normal | oily, combination, normal |
| Targets | hydration, barrier | protection, hydration, glow |
| Size | 40ml | 50ml |
Which should you choose?
APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen centres on Retinol + Vitamin C, while Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ leads with Rice Extract + Probiotics. Both work for oily, combination, normal skin, so it often comes down to texture, price and the active you want to prioritise. On price, APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen is currently the better value — but prices change daily, so check both below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen and Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+?
Both are Korean sunscreens. APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen is built around Retinol + Vitamin C, while Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ leads with Rice Extract + Probiotics. Both suit oily, combination, normal skin.
Which is cheaper, APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen or Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+?
APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen is currently the cheaper of the two at around £7.80. We check both prices daily across the UK retailers we compare, and each one shows when it was last checked.
Can I use APLB Retinol Vitamin C Vitamin E Sunscreen and Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ together?
In most routines you can layer different product types, but two products of the same step (e.g. two sunscreens) are usually used as alternatives rather than together. Patch-test new actives and introduce one at a time.
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