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Best Sunscreen Lotionsfor Acne-Prone Oily Skin

Finding a sunscreen for oily and breakout prone skin is much easier when you focus on lightweight and pore friendly formulas. These options provide solid sun protection with comfortable matte finishes that will not add extra shine or trigger new blemishes.

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OilyAcne-ProneLotion

Skin Type

OilyDryCombinationSensitive

Skin Condition

SensitiveAcne-ProneDehydratedEczema-ProneRosaceaPsoriasisHyperpigmentationTextured

Product Format

CreamFluidGelLotion

Filter Type

ChemicalHybrid BalancedHybrid Chemical DominantHybrid Mineral DominantMineral

Brand

AqualogicaBeauty of JoseonCetaphilConscious ChemistDeconstructDERMATOUCHDOT & KEYDr. Sheth'sEltaMDfoxtaleHyphenIPCALa Roche-PosayLa ShieldMinimalistMolecular CompanyNeutrogenaNiveaPersonal TouchRE' EQUILReginald MenSunScoopThe Derma CoTucoWishCare
UV Clear Broad-SpectrumEltaMD

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum

SPF 46PA N/AHybrid BalancedLotion
Weightless · Calming · Breathable
Pros & Cons
Liked
Soothes active breakouts
Won't clog pores
Lightweight breathable finish
Note
Poor UV photostability
May sting eyes
Potential preservative sensitivity
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SunscreenMolecular Company

Sunscreen

SPF 50+PA++++ChemicalLotion
Breathable · Calming · Lightweight
Pros & Cons
Liked
Non-comedogenic formula
Reduces acne inflammation
Lightweight breathable finish
Note
May sting breakouts
Severe eye sting
Potential endocrine disruptor
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SPF 50+ SunscreenCetaphil

SPF 50+ Sunscreen

SPF 50+PA N/AHybrid Chemical DominantLotion
Matte · Lightweight · Drying
Pros & Cons
Liked
Low comedogenicity
Matte dry finish
Strong UV protection
Note
High alcohol content
High irritation risk
Barrier disruption risk
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Vitamin C + E SunscreenDOT & KEY

Vitamin C + E Sunscreen

SPF 50+PA++++Hybrid BalancedLotion
Weightless · Matte · Sensitizing
Pros & Cons
Liked
Matte lightweight finish
Low comedogenicity risk
Rich in niacinamide
Note
High irritation potential
Contains phototoxic citrus
Severe eye stinging
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UV Clear Tinted Broad-SpectrumEltaMD

UV Clear Tinted Broad-Spectrum

SPF 46PA N/AHybrid Mineral DominantLotion
Comedogenic · Lightweight · Unstable
Pros & Cons
Liked
Lightweight fluid texture
Soothes with niacinamide
Leaves no cast
Note
Highly pore clogging
Triggers fungal acne
Poor UV photostability
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All I Need SunscreenHyphen

All I Need Sunscreen

SPF 50PA++++ChemicalLotion
Comedogenic · Lightweight · Sensitizing
Pros & Cons
Liked
Lightweight matte finish
Soothes skin inflammation
Strong barrier repair
Note
Highly pore clogging
High irritation risk
Conflicts with exfoliants
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Sunscreen Body LotionWishCare

Sunscreen Body Lotion

SPF 50PA+++Hybrid Chemical DominantLotion
Comedogenic · Heavy · Greasy
Pros & Cons
Liked
Strong UV protection
Contains soothing niacinamide
No white cast
Note
Highly pore clogging
Greasy dewy finish
Too heavy
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Sun SPF 50 LotionNivea

Sun SPF 50 Lotion

SPF 50PA+++Hybrid Chemical DominantLotion
Comedogenic · Irritating · Drying
Pros & Cons
Liked
High SPF protection
Broad spectrum coverage
Quick dry down
Note
Highly comedogenic
High irritation risk
Contains drying alcohol
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