The 'silky' cult SPF that is 'the best for Scottish skin' now just £10 in major Boots deal

Daily Record

01-07-2025

This J-beauty sunscreen is so popular that it is said to sell "one every 15 seconds."
If there's one SPF that has gained a cult-like reputation, it's the Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence Sunscreen SPF 50. A bestseller in Japan, it's said to be a must for summer skincare.
With parts of the UK set to enjoy another heatwave this week, with temperatures soaring to highs of 35C, there has never been a more appropriate time to invest in this sunscreen that is said to "sell one every 15 seconds."
Fortunately, it can be bought for less in Boots' £10 Tuesday sale that went live this morning, July 1. Worth £15.99 for a 50ml, it means that beauty fans can bag the J-beauty summer must-have with a £5.99 saving, but the discount is only available today.
What sets Biore's sunscreen apart from others is its light water-based formula. Infused with hyaluronic acid and micro-defence technology, it is said to "absorb instantly", leaving none of that heaviness that can often make our pores feel clogged.
Not only will it provide a "hydrated glow", but its high UV protection of SPF50 will ensure skin is kept shielded against any damage or premature ageing that can be caused by exposure to the sun.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence Sunscreen SPF 50, 50ml
£15.99
£10
Boots
Buy here
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Designed to be suitable for all skin tones, another selling point for many beauty buffs is the fact that it "leaves no white cast" and its hydrating base that make it "a great base for makeup."
A suitable alternative from a beloved K-beauty brand is the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice + B5 SPF50+ (50ml), with the hydrating SPF fluid costing just £12.40 at Lookfantastic.
Meanwhile, Neutrogena's Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Hydrating Face Lotion with SPF 25 (50ml), has been infused with hyaluronic acid for a hydrating effect and it costs just £8.69 on Amazon.
With its bestselling status and limited discount, we can see why shoppers might be keen to bag the Biore Water Essence Sunscreen from Boots, as it has earned glowing reviews and a 4.2 rating, with praise for its "silky" texture that is also said to be "the best" for the paler skin often associated with we Scots.
One delighted customer wrote: "Best sunscreen for my pale Scottish skin. Bought this many years ago and it is a constant in my daily skincare, even got my friends using it too."
A second shopper wrote: "Silky, Lightweight, and Not Greasy! I've been using this for the past year and it works. It even has a pleasant citrusy smell."
Someone else raved: "This is one of the few SPFs that doesn't break me out or make my skin shiny and greasy. Layers well under make up, is hydrating and cooling, feels great on the skin. Will be repurchasing!"
Beauty deal of the week
Looking to get that salon blowdry from home? Then look no further than Amazon's limited deal on the Remington Ionic Dry Hair Dryer.
Worth £56.99, the online delivery giant is offering this styling tool for just £19.99, reducing it by a staggering 65 percent and £37 overall.
Offering a stylish, sleek black design, it uses a power 2200W motor that delivers fast, efficient styling, with three heat and two speed settings having shoppers saying that it provides "super versatile" styling options.
Another key feature beauty buffs will love is the ionic conditioning that provides multiple benefits such as a faster drying time, all while leaving hair smoother, shinier and less damaged.
It also comes complete with a concentrator attachment that can help achieve that smooth, sleek effect, while the diffuser will be suitable for anyone looking to enhance their curls.
With praise for its "fast drying" ability that also leaves hair "frizz free", it's understandable why it averages a 4.6 rating, as one shopper said: "Absolutely love this Remington hair dryer! The 2200W power ensures fast drying, and the ionic conditioning leaves my hair smooth and frizz-free.
"The multiple heat and speed settings make it super versatile, and the cool shot locks in my style. The included diffuser and concentrator are perfect for different styling needs. Highly recommend for professional-quality results at home!"
Shop Amazon's limited 65 per cent off deal on the Remington Ionic Dry Hair Dryer now.
One shopper did find that it caused slight irritation around the eye area, leaving a four-star review that read: "Irritated my eyes. It seems ok but I couldn't use it."
While some shoppers have admitted it is slightly different to the Japanese version, it's still otherwise a beloved addition to the UK sunscreen market.
As one other delighted customer wrote: "Love it! Having nearly ran out of the many tubes I got from my Japan trip I was so happy to see this now stocked here. Not exactly like the Japanese version but so far I'm happy with it."
Get hydrated and protected skin with the Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence Sunscreen SPF 50 (50ml) in the Boots £10 Tuesday sale exclusively online now.