SKIN AQUA UV Super Moisture Milk for oily skin
Zinc Oxide
Sodium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Arginine
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other sunscreens fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 benefits for your oily skin due to the presence of Zinc Oxide and Lauroyl Lysine, which help absorb excess sebum and provide mild astringent actions.
- The formula provides excellent sun protection with Zinc Oxide and Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, and general hydration from Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate, though it does not specifically target oily shine.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this moisturizing sunscreen daily in your AM routine. Reapply every two hours when exposed to direct sun.
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen as the final step of your morning routine after your moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer of the moisturizing sunscreen over your face and neck, avoiding harsh rubbing.
- Apply the moisturizing sunscreen onto clean, dry skin for the best protection and even coverage.
- Avoid the immediate eye area and discontinue use if any irritation occurs.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsUsers consistently praise this sunscreen for its cosmetically elegant, milk-like texture that provides high protection without leaving a white cast, making it a favorite for those with dry or sensitive skin due to its alcohol-free and fragrance-free formula. While many love the moisturizing, satin finish, some users with oily skin find it can become greasy throughout the day, and a common complaint across all skin types is the small bottle size relative to the price.
Highlights
No white cast Mostly Mentioned
- “It spreads clear... no white cast on me.”
- “Absolutely no white cast.”
- “Dries completely transparent.”
- “Leaves no white residue... perfect for people of color.”
- “Invisible finish... looks like nothing on my skin.”
Small bottle size Mostly Mentioned
- “Painfully small... 40 mL is so small!”
- “Wish the bottle were larger.”
- “Tiny miniature child... travel size.”
- “Only lasts me a couple of weeks.”
- “Price is a little on the high side... given how small it is.”
Elegant, lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “Very runny yet goes on the skin feeling like squalane oil.”
- “Liquidy and fresh... a delight to use.”
- “Sinks into your face beautifully.”
- “Weightless milky sunscreen blends seamlessly.”
- “Spreads really well... very very lightweight.”
Non-irritating, sensitive safe Often Mentioned
- “One of the only products... my skin can tolerate.”
- “Did not sting my eyes.”
- “Alcohol-free, fragrance-free... great for sensitive skin.”
- “No eye irritation... doesn't burn me.”
- “Safe for fungal acne... gentle formula.”
Moisturizing finish Sometimes Noted
- “Slightly moisturizing without a significant cast.”
- “Leaves a healthy and dewy finish.”
- “Can replace moisturizer in a pinch.”
- “Hydrates + moisturizes dry skin VERY well.”
- “Feels softening... feels hydrating.”
Water & sweat resistant Sometimes Noted
- “Waterproof and sweat-resistant... good for outdoor activities.”
- “Held up acceptably [in mist].”
- “Tenacious and water proof as it is designed for sports.”
- “Stays in place even during water activities.”
Greasy or shiny Sometimes Noted
- “Can look a bit more greasy than glowy.”
- “Becomes significantly more shiny [with re-application].”
- “Too greasy for my face... leaves too much shine.”
- “My skin will get kinda oily after few hours.”
- “Looks and feels wet and shiny [immediately after application].”
Hard to find/price Rarely Noted
- “Hard to find in stores.”
- “Must pay extra for shipping fee.”
- “Price per ml is high.”
- “Availability on online platforms [can be inconsistent].”
Runny consistency Rarely Noted
- “Very runny... liquid milk consistency.”
- “Hard to gauge amount applied.”
- “Spills easily if you aren't careful.”
- “Thin, runny milk-type sunscreen.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Milk work for oily skin?
This product works fairly well for oily skin, helping absorb excess shine while giving reliable sun protection and basic hydration. It is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, though it does not specifically target oily shine. Oily skin needs a product that controls shine while giving lightweight hydration without clogging pores, using ingredients that support the skin barrier.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Controlled Release, 2025
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Zinc Oxide and Lauroyl Lysine help make this cream a good fit for oily skin by soaking up excess oil and offering a mild tightening action. To work even better for oily skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that completely control oily shine without clogging pores while keeping the skin safely hydrated and non-greasy.
What does Zinc Oxide do for oily skin?
Zinc oxide helps calm oily and breakout-prone skin by reducing redness and targeting bacteria that cause blemishes. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may help balance skin oil production.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This moisturizing spf goes in the morning routine as the final step after a cleanser, hydrating toner, and moisturizer. Oily skin also benefits from ingredients like niacinamide and lightweight textures that control shine.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing spf during your morning routine after applying your retinol and moisturizer from the night before, or as your daytime sun protection when using retinol at night. It is safe for your skin with no harsh ingredients that typically cause irritation. Oily skin works best with products that contain oil-absorbing powders and mattifying ingredients to control shine.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizing spf daily in your morning routine as the final step before sun exposure. It is safe for your skin and unlikely to cause irritation, though products for oily skin generally work best when they also actively target and control excess shine.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as it has a safe formula without harsh ingredients that irritate the skin. However, because it does not specifically target oily shine and can sometimes feel greasy, an oily skin type needs lightweight or mattifying ingredients that actively control excess oil and shine.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Biomimetic hyaluronic acid-stabilized zinc oxide nanoparticles selectively inhibited C. acnes, outperformed erythromycin in preclinical acne models, and safely reduced acne lesions and redness in a clinical trial.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2025Topical 0.5% hyaluronic-ZnO nanogel applied twice daily reduced inflammatory-lesion counts by 58% at week four in human subjects compared to baseline without causing erythema.
Biomedicines, 2025A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A Tris/Arg-formulated cleanser significantly decreased noninflammatory and inflammatory acne and pore size with keratotic plugs compared to an AEC/AC cleanser in male Thai subjects with mild to moderate acne over 4 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Nels cream achieved a similar reduction in inflammatory and noninflammatory lesion counts compared to 5% benzoyl peroxide in acne vulgaris patients, but caused significantly fewer side-effects such as peeling and dryness.
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, 2000Topically applied coated and uncoated zinc oxide nanoparticles under flexing and massage are retained in the stratum corneum with no significant penetration into the viable epidermis and no cellular toxicity in human skin.
Nanomedicine, 2016Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 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 skin better
Topical application of tocopherol succinate ethosomal gel decreased erythema, melanin, and sebum levels while improving moisture content and skin elasticity in 34 human women.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Zinc Oxide, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Lauroyl Lysine, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Arginine, Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Hydrated Silica, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Acrylates Copolymer, Edta, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
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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