innisfree Daily Mild Sunscreen for combination skin
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Glycerin
Cetearyl Alcohol
Superior
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
One of the best sunscreens for combination skin.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, 2023
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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
- Excellent compatibility with your combination skin, as Glycerin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract provide essential hydration and soothing benefits to manage oily shine without irritation. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine and Ethylhexyl Triazone offer robust UV protection, complementing your skin's needs.
- The formula's gentle nature is further supported by the absence of harsh ingredients, ensuring comfort for your non-sensitive skin.
- This product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to its carefully selected soothing ingredients and absence of prohibited substances.
How to apply
- Apply this sunscreen during your AM routine every single day. Make sure to reapply ⏱ every two hours if you stay outside.
- Apply this sunscreen as the very last step of your morning routine after your moisturizer. Allow your moisturizer to ⏳ sink in for a minute first.
- Smooth an even layer over your face and gently pat it into the skin without harsh rubbing. Be sure to cover all exposed areas thoroughly.
- For the best finish on your combination skin, apply the sunscreen on completely dry skin over your moisturizer. This helps control any oily shine throughout the day.
- Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes. Do a small patch test before your first full application.
People Say
★4.1Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users generally praise this water-based sunscreen for its lightweight, lotion-like texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a white cast, making it ideal for dry to normal skin types seeking a dewy finish. Users with sensitive or oily skin frequently report issues with the strong floral fragrance, potential eye stinging, and a finish that can become too greasy or shiny throughout the day.
Highlights
Lightweight, absorbent Mostly Mentioned
- “quickly absorbed into the skin”
- “very lightweight mild formula”
- “spreads on really nicely”
- “feels like a light moisturizer”
No white cast Often Mentioned
- “minimal white cast”
- “leaves no chalky residue”
- “transparent finish”
- “blends seamlessly”
Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
- “overpowering and unpleasant”
- “strong floral smell”
- “lingered on my skin for hours”
- “smells like chemical flowers”
Good makeup base Sometimes Noted
- “sits well under makeup”
- “suitable for under foundation”
- “doesn't pill”
- “makeup applies smoothly over it”
Moisturizing, dewy Sometimes Noted
- “nicely moisturized”
- “leaves a dewy glow”
- “hydrating without being heavy”
- “makes skin soft”
Eye stinging Sometimes Noted
- “stings my eyes terribly”
- “eyes watered all day”
- “migrates into eyes and burns”
Greasy finish Sometimes Noted
- “incredibly greasy”
- “face looked like an oil slick”
- “too shiny for summer”
- “makeup slid off”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused small red zits”
- “broke me out”
- “clogged my pores”
- “caused comedones”
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Questions and answers
What makes innisfree Daily Mild Sunscreen one of the best fits for combination skin?
This sunscreen is a great fit for your combination skin because Glycerin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract deliver essential hydration and soothing benefits that manage oily shine without causing irritation. It also includes Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine and Ethylhexyl Triazone to offer strong UV protection while keeping your skin comfortable.
Which ingredients make this sunscreen a good fit for combination skin?
Glycerin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract make this sunscreen a great fit for combination skin because they provide essential hydration and soothing benefits to manage oily shine without irritation. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine and Ethylhexyl Triazone also support this fit by offering robust UV protection.
What does Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine do for combination skin?
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine helps protect combination skin from sun damage by absorbing UV rays and keeping other sunscreen ingredients stable in the sun. This ingredient is generally well tolerated, though any sunscreen can occasionally feel a bit heavy on oily areas if not matched to your skin type.
Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2001Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 2026
What does Ethylhexyl Triazone do for combination skin?
Ethylhexyl Triazone absorbs UVB rays to help protect combination skin from sun damage and sunburn. This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation and works well in sunscreens to maintain reliable broad-spectrum protection outdoors.
Where does this sunscreen go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This sunscreen goes as the last step of your morning skincare routine, right after your moisturizer.
Can I use this sunscreen with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this sunscreen in the morning as the final step of your skincare routine after applying your moisturizer, while saving your retinol for the evening routine. This helps protect your skin from UV rays while keeping your combination skin comfortable and safe from irritation.
How often should I use this sunscreen?
This sunscreen is well-suited for your combination skin and is gentle enough to use every morning as the final step of your daytime routine. Glycerin and aloe leaf extract help keep your skin hydrated and calm without feeling heavy or oily.
Can this sunscreen clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This sunscreen is unlikely to cause breakouts for combination skin, as it has a very low risk of clogged pores according to user reviews. The formula includes glycerin and aloe vera to provide soothing hydration without heavy oils that typically trap dirt and oil.
Is this sunscreen fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum). Behenyl alcohol, c20-22 alcohols, and cetearyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A 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, 2017Maximal topical applications of 6% bemotrizinol in a model sunscreen formulation did not result in meaningful systemic exposure in humans.
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, 2023Microencapsulation of ethylhexyl triazone in lipid microparticles significantly reduced its in vivo human stratum corneum penetration by 45.7% compared to the nonencapsulated sunscreen.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2019A topical sunscreen containing octyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, and methylbenzylidene camphor prevented UVB-induced suppression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 expression and mixed-lymphocyte reaction in epidermal cell cultures compared to control sunscreens with comparable SPF lacking octyl triazone.
Toxicology in Vitro, 1994A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012
Ingredients
1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butylene Glycol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, C20-22 Alcohols, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Olivate, Dibutyl Adipate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Fructooligosaccharides, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyisobutene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Pullulan, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Sodium Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopherol, Tromethamine, Water
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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