According to skincare expert Odile Monod, Dr. G Green Mild Up Sun is one of those sunscreens that may dry out over time, especially depending on how fresh your stock is. 

If you’re buying this directly from Korea, chances are you’ll get a fresher batch with a creamy, blendable texture, minimal white cast, and a non-drying finish. But if you're purchasing from third-party retailers, especially those with older stock, you might end up with a much drier, denser formula that’s harder to blend, with more noticeable white cast and a potentially drying feel.

Unfortunately, I got the latter. 

At the time, I had oily yet dehydration-prone skin with some eczema, but my barrier was intact, and I wasn’t wearing any base makeup, just a daily lipstick.

The texture I received was a thick, pasty cream, not impossible to use, but definitely a struggle to spread evenly. I’d rate it medium-high in difficulty to blend. Once blended, it left a moderate white cast that eventually faded after about 15 minutes.

On the plus side, it gave my oily skin a matte, but not flat, finish and delivered impressive oil control. It also provided excellent sun protection as my skin didn’t tan at all during the time I used it. And despite being an older batch, the formula was very gentle, making it suitable for acne-prone and sensitive skin. 

Was it waterproof? No, but it was very water-resistant, so much so that some users say a regular cleanser alone doesn't fully remove it. I personally used micellar water first for proper removal.

Alcohol content? None! 

Would I recommend it? A tentative yes, if you can get your hands on a fresher batch. I genuinely loved how it performed and wore on my skin, but the application process was frustrating enough that I wouldn't rush to repurchase unless I knew I was getting the creamier version.