I gave the Innisfree Intensive Long-Lasting Sunscreen EX a solid two-week trial run, and while it wasn’t the worst sunscreen I’ve ever used, it definitely won’t be earning a spot in my regular rotation.

Let’s start with the basics. I have combination, acne-prone skin, and I live in a hot and humid climate. My skincare routine leans functional, nothing too fancy, just essentials like squalane, vitamin C, salicylic acid, and adapalene. So, I needed a sunscreen that could keep up with my active, breakout-prone skin without causing drama.

My Experience 

Right off the bat, the white cast was a challenge. I have brown skin, and even after really rubbing it in, the cast stuck around, not ideal for a supposedly natural finish-product. I also tested it while running, and after about 30 minutes, white streaks started sliding down my face with sweat. Not cute.

Despite claiming long-lasting wear, it dried out the skin around my mouth and nose already my drier spots but somehow still looked greasy overall. Worst of all as it broke me out. So, overall, it felt like the worst of both worlds: drying and greasy, and not acne-friendly.

But Here's the Twist...

I passed it on to my sister, who has normal, less reactive skin and a lighter skin tone, and she loved it. She had no issues with white cast, no breakouts, and even used it while running without any weird streaking. In fact, it’s now her go-to sport sunscreen. She’s been using the same bottle for about three months, applying it 2–4 times a week, and it’s still going strong.

A Few Quick Notes

It is fragranced, but honestly, it smells pretty nice and isn’t overpowering. It cost me around $13 USD for a 60mL bottle, not too bad for a mid-range K-beauty sunscreen. I ran it through a comedogenic ingredients checker, and unfortunately, it does contain a few red-flag ingredients for acne-prone skin. Something to keep in mind.

In general, if you have acne-prone or deeper skin, this one may be more trouble than it’s worth. The white cast, potential breakouts, and inconsistent finish (dry in spots, greasy in others) make it a bit of a gamble. That said, if your skin is normal and less reactive, it might actually work really well, especially for sports or outdoor activities.

I wouldn’t repurchase this but would I recommend it for someone with non-sensitive, lighter-toned skin looking for an affordable sport-friendly SPF? Maybe.