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Best Sunscreensfor 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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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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Gel Sunscreen for Oily SkinDeconstruct

Gel Sunscreen for Oily Skin

SPF 50PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantGel
Matte · Lightweight · Protective
Pros & Cons
Liked
Absorbs excess oil
Lightweight gel texture
High UV protection
Note
Fungal acne triggers
Not water resistant
Contains propylene glycol
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Acne UV SPF 50 GelIPCA

Acne UV SPF 50 Gel

SPF 50+PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantGel
Mattifying · Noncomedogenic · Breathable
Pros & Cons
Liked
Highly matte finish
Zero pore clogging
Safe with actives
Note
Fragrance may irritate
Requires double cleansing
Contains endocrine disruptors
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Light Fluid SPF 50 SunscreenMinimalist

Light Fluid SPF 50 Sunscreen

SPF 50PA++++ChemicalFluid
Matte · Lightweight · Breathable
Pros & Cons
Liked
Matte dry finish
Low comedogenicity risk
Lightweight breathable feel
Note
Lacks soothing agents
Contains endocrine disruptors
Moderate malassezia risk
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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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Watermelon Cooling SunscreenDOT & KEY

Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen

SPF 50+PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantCream
Lightweight · Mattifying · Irritating
Pros & Cons
Liked
Absorbs excess oil
Lightweight matte finish
High UV protection
Note
High irritation risk
Fungal acne trigger
Severe eye sting
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Glow sunscreenfoxtale

Glow sunscreen

SPF 50PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantCream
Comedogenic · Protective · Breathable
Pros & Cons
Liked
Excellent UV protection
Contains soothing niacinamide
Breathable natural finish
Note
Moderately comedogenic
Feeds fungal acne
Potential skin irritation
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Ultra Sheer Dry Touch SunscreenNeutrogena

Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen

SPF 50+PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantCream
Mattifying · Comedogenic · Protective
Pros & Cons
Liked
Matte dry finish
Controls excess shine
High UV protection
Note
Pore clogging risk
High irritation potential
Contains synthetic fragrance
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SPF 50 SunscreenMinimalist

SPF 50 Sunscreen

SPF 50PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantCream
Matte · Lightweight · Sensitizing
Pros & Cons
Liked
Matte dry finish
Low comedogenicity
Soothes skin inflammation
Note
High irritation risk
Conflicts with actives
Fungal acne triggers
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