# As Global Heatwaves Intensify, Kolmar Korea Brings Cooling Innovation to Sunscreen

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- Published: 2026-09-08T19:30:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

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 ◦ **Kolmar Korea advances K-sun care with non-menthol cooling ingredients, water-
   drop technology, and a high-moisture Jelly Sun Stick**
 ◦ **New cooling formulations lower skin temperature by approximately 4–6°C while
   delivering robust UV protection**

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — [Kolmar Korea](https://www.kolmar.co.kr/eng/),
a driving force behind the global rise of K-beauty sunscreens, is capturing industry
attention for its advanced sun care technologies that seamlessly combine UV protection
with cooling benefits. As record-breaking heatwaves and rising temperatures intensify
worldwide, consumer demand for "cooling sunscreens" is surging, prompting Kolmar
Korea to expand its sun care portfolio with proprietary technologies designed to
overcome the limitations of conventional cooling cosmetics.

 [⌊A Kolmar Korea researcher applies a cooling sun stick to one side of the face to observe differences in skin temperature.⌉](https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1983228/20260908013936EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2934548&p=medium600)

A Kolmar Korea researcher applies a cooling sun stick to one side of the face to
observe differences in skin temperature.

Traditional cooling cosmetics have typically relied on volatile ingredients that
lower skin temperature through evaporation, or menthol-based ingredients that chemically
stimulate the skin’s cold-sensing receptor, TRPM8 (Transient Receptor Potential 
Melastatin 8), to create a sensation of coolness. However, volatile ingredients 
often provide only short-lived effects and can cause skin dryness or damage, while
menthol frequently triggers irritation, stinging, or discomfort.

To address these shortcomings, Kolmar Korea has developed a novel non-menthol cooling
ingredient derived from a precisely formulated blend of multiple botanical extracts.
This ingredient delivers an immediate, long-lasting cooling sensation while minimizing
skin irritation, and further enhances performance through synergy with other cooling
agents.

Beyond its cooling properties, the ingredient offers soothing and elasticity-enhancing
benefits while supporting the recovery of UV-damaged skin, making it highly versatile
for a wide range of skincare and sun care applications. Utilizing this technology,
Kolmar Korea has completed the development of a "Cooling Sun Essence" engineered
to combat both heat-induced aging and photoaging.

Kolmar Korea is also pioneering cooling technologies driven by internal water particles
rather than chemical cooling agents. A prime example is its proprietary "water-drop"
technology, in which the particle structure breaks down upon contact with the skin,
releasing moisture in the form of micro-droplets.

Most conventional water-drop formulations have long faced structural stability challenges
in sunscreens. Over time, ingredients can separate, and microscopic cracks can form
in the UV-protective film, significantly degrading sunscreen efficacy.

To solve this issue, Kolmar Korea engineered a formulation utilizing a clay-based
material composed of thin, interlocking layers. The particles are designed to collapse
and release moisture only when friction is applied, allowing the UV-protective film
to spread evenly across the skin.

Upon application, this formulation reduces skin temperature by approximately 4 degrees
Celsius (7.2 degrees Fahrenheit) and suppresses roughly 90% of subsequent heat-induced
temperature increases.

Kolmar Korea has similarly overcome the traditional limitations of stick formats
by significantly increasing water content to maximize the cooling effect. A standout
innovation is its "Jelly Sun Stick," developed using a naturally derived seaweed
ingredient.

Unlike conventional stick cosmetics, the Jelly Sun Stick features a water-based 
surface layer that immediately refreshes and cools the skin upon contact. By minimizing
oil content, the formulation achieves a resilient, jelly-like elasticity while maintaining
the structural stability required for a solid stick format.

Products incorporating this technology deliver powerful UV protection while lowering
skin temperature by approximately 6 degrees Celsius (10.8 degrees Fahrenheit) instantly
upon application.

"Demand is surging for products that offer dual benefits of UV protection and cooling
as extreme heat becomes the global norm," a Kolmar Korea representative stated. "
Building on the proven global competitiveness of K-sun care, we will continue to
pioneer diverse functionalities and expand the boundaries of the sun care category."

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