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Best sunscreens and spf moisturizers for oily acne-prone skin

Rated by Lovi 路 Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes 路 How the Fit score works

What makes a good sunscreen for oily acne-prone skin

Sunscreen products with zinc oxide and niacinamide help control oil and reduce breakouts on oily acne-prone skin. Protective steps with avobenzone and homosalate defend against UV rays while keeping shine down.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2014

Products are ranked for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For a ranking based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

Lovi's ranking

Why we picked these. Zinc Oxide, Niacinamide, and Centella Asiatica Extract soothe inflammation and control excess oil to keep your skin clear and shine-free.

  1. 1
    CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 SuperiorAmazonCA$20.96

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays while its ceramides and hyaluronic acid help hydrate and strengthen your oily skin barrier.

  2. 2
    La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60 SuperiorAmazonCA$35.95

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays with a matte finish, ideal for your oily skin, thanks to ingredients like silica and octocrylene which help control shine and provide broad-spectrum protection.

  3. 3
    innisfree Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SuperiorAmazonCA$24.50

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays and is particularly beneficial for your oily skin, thanks to ingredients like Niacinamide which helps control oil and inflammation, while Sodium Hyaluronate provides essential hydration without greasiness.

  4. 4
    Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen SuperiorAmazonCA$27.34

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays and is an excellent choice for your oily skin, thanks to Zinc Oxide which helps control oil production, while multiple forms of Hyaluronic Acid ensure your skin stays hydrated without feeling greasy.

  5. 5
    innisfree Daily Mild Sunscreen SuperiorAmazonCA$24.50
  6. 6
    SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus SuperiorAmazonCA$27.25
  7. 7
    d'Alba UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 SuperiorAmazonCA$38.00
  8. 8
    Neutrogena Clear Face Liquid Lotion Sunscreen SuperiorAmazonCA$17.97
  9. 9
    d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen SuperiorAmazonCA$38.00
  10. 10
    Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 SuperiorAmazonCA$17.97
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    Laneige Radian-C Sun Cream HighAmazonCA$47.50
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    La Roche-Posay Anthelios AOX Daily Antioxidant Serum with Sunscreen SPF 50 HighAmazonCA$34.20
Where it goes in the routine: the full routine for oily acne-prone skin

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Behind this ranking

Lovi ranks every product by its fit score, calculated 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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sof铆a Perea P茅rez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sof铆a Perea P茅rez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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