Biore Aqua Rich for oily skin
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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
- Suitable for oily skin due to alcohol and grapefruit extract which offer astringent and mild seboregulating effects, though the hyaluronic acid primarily offers hydration which is not a primary concern for your oily shine.
- The formula provides moderate moisturizing and sun protection, but these functions do not directly address your main goal of reducing oily shine.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or 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 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 Watery Essence work for oily skin?
Biore Aqua Rich works for oily skin, though other products fit it better because its hydration is not a primary concern for your oily shine. To better manage oiliness while protecting against the sun, this skin type needs ingredients like zinc oxide and niacinamide for oil control and UV protection.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
The alcohol and grapefruit extract in this cream help oily skin by reducing shine, while the rest of the formula is unlikely to cause irritation. However, an oily skin type needs products with ingredients like zinc oxide and niacinamide that specifically control oil and provide better balance.
What does Octinoxate do for oily skin?
Octinoxate protects oily skin from UV damage while being unlikely to disturb natural skin bacteria or trigger breakouts. It provides reliable sun protection without feeling heavy on shine-prone skin.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
What does Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine do for oily skin?
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine helps protect oily skin from UV damage by absorbing sunlight efficiently while remaining very stable in formulas. It is unlikely to feel heavy, though an oily skin type still needs a lightweight, non-greasy sunscreen texture that keeps shine under control.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
Apply this sunscreen as the last step of your morning skincare routine, right after your moisturizer. It is unlikely to cause irritation for your oily skin, though an oily skin routine needs ingredients that control shine and balance oil better.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing spf in the morning over your routine, as it is safe and unlikely to irritate your skin. However, oily skin needs a product that focuses less on heavy moisture and more on controlling shine with ingredients like l-carnitine or seboregulating agents.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing sunscreen every morning as part of your daily routine. It provides safe sun protection and moderate moisture, though oily skin often benefits more from lightweight sunscreens that help control shine.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin because it has a very safe formula with no harsh ingredients that typically cause irritation. However, oily skin needs lightweight sunscreens and oil-controlling ingredients that specifically target and reduce unwanted shine rather than heavy moisturizing agents.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).
What the research says
Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Optimized transfersomes loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate and hyaluronic acid increased cell viability while reducing lipid peroxidation, intracellular ROS, and MMP expression in HaCaT cells, and exhibited higher skin permeation and deposition compared to plain EGCG.
Drug Delivery, 2017Liposomal 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, 2013Para-hydroxycinnamic acid alone or combined with niacinamide significantly mitigates ultraviolet-induced erythema, barrier disruption, and surface inflammatory biomarkers in female panelists compared to placebo and octinoxate.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Replacing 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, 2018Encapsulation 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, 2011The application of a sunscreen formulation containing ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, ethylhexyl salicylate, methyl anthranilate, and octocrylene does not significantly affect critical acne-related species such as Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis, refuting the induction of facial dysbiosis in men.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024Maximal 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
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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