Biore Aqua Rich for oily acne-prone skin
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other sunscreens fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate moisturizing and sun protection for your oily skin due to hyaluronic acid and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, which provide hydration and UV defense. Grapefruit fruit extract also offers mild astringent properties beneficial for oiliness.
- While it addresses general hydration and oiliness, the formula does not specifically target your concerns of acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients and carries no risk of irritation.
How to apply
- Use your moisturizing sunscreen every morning. Reapply throughout the day if you are outside.
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen as the final step of your morning routine after your moisturizer.
- Gently smooth a nickel-sized amount over your face and neck, avoiding harsh rubbing to keep oily areas calm.
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen on clean, dry skin to ensure even coverage and protection.
- Avoid getting the product into your eyes and do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 10.0k+ reviewsThis sunscreen is celebrated for its incredibly lightweight, watery texture that absorbs instantly without a white cast, making it ideal for daily wear. A very large amount of data suggests that users find it an excellent base for makeup and appreciate its non-greasy feel. Some users with sensitive or dry skin note that the high alcohol content can be drying or irritating, and the dewy finish may be too shiny for those with very oily skin.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Feels like nothing on skin”
- “absorbs instantly”
- “water-like consistency”
- “not heavy or sticky”
No white cast Mostly Mentioned
- “Completely invisible”
- “great for dark skin”
- “zero white residue”
- “clear finish”
Excellent makeup base Often Mentioned
- “Acts like a primer”
- “makeup sits beautifully”
- “no pilling under foundation”
- “smooth canvas”
Fast absorption Often Mentioned
- “Dries down quickly”
- “no greasy film”
- “sinks right in”
- “refreshing feel”
Strong alcohol scent Often Mentioned
- “Smells like vodka”
- “strong chemical scent”
- “alcohol smell lingers”
- “overpowering at first”
Stings eyes Sometimes Noted
- “Burns if it gets in eyes”
- “makes eyes water”
- “avoid eye area”
- “stings when sweating”
Too shiny Sometimes Noted
- “Leaves a greasy sheen”
- “too dewy for summer”
- “makes me look oily”
- “need powder to set”
Drying for sensitive skin Rarely Noted
- “Dried out my cheeks”
- “caused irritation”
- “too harsh for sensitive skin”
- “stripped moisture barrier”
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Questions and answers
How well does Biore Aqua Rich work for oily acne-prone skin?
Biore Aqua Rich works moderately well for oily acne-prone skin by providing hydration and sun protection, but it does not specifically target breakouts and blemishes. A better fit for this skin type needs soothing ingredients and components that actively manage excess oil and acne without causing irritation.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, and grapefruit fruit extract provide hydration, UV defense, and mild astringent properties that help manage oiliness. However, this skin type needs a product with soothing ingredients like zinc oxide, niacinamide, centella asiatica, or ceramides that actively address acne and breakouts.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
What does Octinoxate do for oily acne-prone skin?
Octinoxate helps protect oily, acne-prone skin from sun damage without disrupting normal skin bacteria or worsening breakouts. However, because sunscreens of this type can feel heavy, acne-prone skin needs lightweight, oil-free formulas with non-clogging ingredients that control shine and keep pores clear.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
What does Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine do for oily acne-prone skin?
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine provides broad-spectrum sun protection that helps shield oily, acne-prone skin from UV damage without feeling overly heavy. This UV filter supports a safe daily routine when you want to prevent sun-induced inflammation, though oily skin types generally need a lightweight, non-greasy formula that controls shine and won't clog pores.
European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2019Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2025
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This moisturizing spf goes on in the morning as the last step before makeup, after you cleanse, tone, and moisturize. It is safe for your oily skin and is unlikely to cause irritation, but a product for this skin needs to target breakouts and blemishes more specifically.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol, applying retinol first and following with this cream to help keep your skin hydrated while it adjusts. Oily acne-prone skin using retinol also needs blemish-fighting ingredients and oil-balancing agents to fully support breakout concerns.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing spf daily in the morning to keep your oily skin hydrated and protected from the sun. An oily acne-prone skin type needs a product of this type that also includes ingredients to target breakouts and clear blemishes.
Health Science Reports, 2021International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily acne-prone skin, as studies show its sun protection ingredients do not affect acne-related skin bacteria. However, because it does not target blemishes and leaves a shiny finish, an oily acne-prone skin needs a lighter, oil-free formula with ingredients that specifically help clear breakouts and control excess oil.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).
What the research says
Replacing 20% of the chemical UV filter octyl methoxycinnamate with urucum oil in solid lipid nanoparticles maintained the skin protection factor without inducing toxic responses or significant skin penetration in human volunteers.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2018Liposomal encapsulation of octyl methoxycinnamate increases its safety, skin affinity, and in vivo solar photoprotection factor while slowing its release and enhancing retention in the stratum corneum compared to a conventional formulation.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013Encapsulation of ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane in lipid microparticles significantly reduced their in vivo human skin penetration compared to nonencapsulated filters.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2011Maximal topical applications of 6% bemotrizinol in a model sunscreen formulation did not result in meaningful systemic exposure in humans.
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, 2023Oral and dermal administration of Uvinul A plus resulted in three major urinary metabolites accounting for 52% of the oral dose, with a very low estimated daily systemic exposure of 8.1-9.3 μg/d in volunteers not intentionally exposed.
International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health, 2020
Why other sunscreens fit oily acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Grapefruit Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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