KraveBeauty Beet The Sun for oily acne-prone skin
Beta Vulgaris
Sodium Hyaluronate
Vitamin E
Bisabolol
Willow Bark ExtractAverage
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other sunscreens fit it better.
- Materials Science & Engineering. C, Materials for Biological Applications, 2017
- International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026
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 exfoliation and anti-inflammatory benefits suitable for your oily skin, with willow bark extract and bisabolol addressing oiliness and potential irritation.
- While it provides excellent sun protection with a blend of UV filters and hydration from sodium hyaluronate, it does not specifically target your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The product is safe for your skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and is formulated without common irritants.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 5.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this sunscreen for its lightweight, fluid texture that absorbs easily without leaving a white cast, making it a favorite for those with sensitive or dry skin seeking a hydrating, dewy finish. Individuals with oily skin often find the finish too shiny or greasy, and some users report eye irritation or pilling when layered with certain products.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs quickly”
- “feels like moisturizer”
- “fluid consistency”
- “not heavy”
No white cast Mostly Mentioned
- “transparent on dark skin”
- “invisible finish”
- “clear application”
- “no chalky residue”
Hydrating finish Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin dewy”
- “moisturizing for dry skin”
- “glowy look”
- “skips moisturizer step”
Non-irritating Sometimes Noted
- “gentle on sensitive skin”
- “no breakouts”
- “soothing beet extract”
- “good for acne-prone”
Pleasant application Sometimes Noted
- “easy to spread”
- “convenient pump/tube”
- “no strong fragrance”
- “layers well under makeup”
Greasy/shiny finish Sometimes Noted
- “too oily for summer”
- “looks sweaty”
- “not for oily skin”
- “excessive glow”
Availability/Price Rarely Noted
- “hard to find in stores”
- “shipping costs high”
- “small bottle size”
- “often out of stock”
Eye stinging Rarely Noted
- “burns eyes if sweating”
- “tears up sensitive eyes”
- “stings upon application”
Not waterproof Rarely Noted
- “runs when sweating”
- “not for sports”
- “requires frequent reapplication”
- “washes off easily”
Pilling issues Rarely Noted
- “pills near hairline”
- “balls up over serums”
- “flakes with reapplication”
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Questions and answers
How well does KraveBeauty Beet The Sun work for oily acne-prone skin?
This product works decently for your oily acne-prone skin because it offers gentle sun protection and helps calm irritation, but it does not specifically target breakouts. An ideal product for this skin type needs lightweight hydration alongside active ingredients like niacinamide or centella asiatica to manage blemishes without feeling heavy.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Willow bark extract and bisabolol help make this cream a good fit for oily skin by addressing oiliness and potential irritation. However, a product of this type needs ingredients like niacinamide, centella asiatica, probiotics, or rice extracts to actively target blemishes and balance oil levels without heaviness.
What does Beet Root Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
Beet Root Extract helps keep oily acne-prone skin fresh and balanced by providing gentle hydration without a heavy feel. It is unlikely to clog pores and may help calm angry breakouts while keeping your face feeling smooth.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This product goes in the morning routine as the final step after your moisturizer. Because it does not specifically target acne, an oily and acne-prone skin type needs a dedicated blemish-fighting treatment or a product with ingredients like niacinamide and salicylic acid to keep breakouts clear.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing spf during the day and apply your retinol at night. This sunscreen provides good hydration and sun protection, but a product for oily and acne-prone skin also needs ingredients that actively target breakouts.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing SPF every morning as the last step of your daytime routine. It provides reliable sun protection and light hydration, but an oily acne-prone skin needs products with blemish-fighting ingredients to truly clear breakouts.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because it contains no harsh ingredients and is formulated without common irritants. However, a product of this type for oily acne-prone skin needs ingredients that directly target blemishes and breakouts along with oil control.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Co-culturing mesenchymal stem cells and human keratinocytes on nylon66 electrospun scaffolds loaded with Beta vulgaris extract enhanced cell proliferation and promoted epithelial differentiation compared to mono-cell culturing.
Materials Science & Engineering. C, Materials for Biological Applications, 2017An aqueous extract of Beta vulgaris reduced lipid accumulation and reactive oxygen species in human HaCaT keratinocyte cells treated with palmitic/oleic acids or hydrogen peroxide.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026Topical 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 an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Application of an alpha-bisabolol-containing cream produced a significant skin-lightening effect in pigmented skin compared to a vehicle control in the majority of female subjects after 8 weeks.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010The combination of allantoin, bisabolol, D-panthenol and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate reduces UVB-induced PGE2, inflammatory cytokines, and mitochondrial superoxide in human epidermal keratinocytes.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil.
Nanomaterials, 2022A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010
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, 2023Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
Ingredients
Homosalate, Octisalate, Avobenzone, Octocrylene, Water, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, 2-Hexanediol, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Bisabolol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Clove Bud Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Willow Bark Extract, Sodium Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Solidago Virgaurea Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum
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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