Our Favorite Sunscreens for Oily Skin

May 31, 2021
By: Diana Crisan | Makeup.com by L'Oréal
5 Sunscreens Perfect for Oily Skin
When your skin feels oily, it might be tempting to skip out on sunscreen because some formulas can feel thick or greasy. We probs don’t need to tell you that’s a bad idea though. The good news is that finding the right sunscreen for your oily skin type is possible — all you need is a mattifying, fast-absorbing option that will blend well under your makeup. Ahead, we’ve rounded up the very best sunscreens that fit the bill: your skin will look and feel grease-free, matte and, most importantly, protected. 
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Garnier SkinActive Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting Serum Cream with SPF 30

Oily skin types, rejoice! This SPF 30 sunscreen is a lightweight, gel formula that will protect and prep your skin for makeup in one step. It has a combination of vitamin B3 and cannabis sativa seed oil to soothe acne-prone skin.


cerave spf 50 lotion
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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 50 Face Lotion 

For a mineral option, try the SPF 50 face lotion with niacinamide and ceramides. This one helps lock in moisture all day and is non-comedogenic, so it won’t clog your pores. It’s gentle and suitable for sensitive skin.
skinceuticals sunscreen
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SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50

A mattifying sunscreen is a lifesaver for those with oily skin. This broad-spectrum physical option has a weightless mousse texture that dries down to a powder finish for a smooth matte finish.
kiehls super fluid sunscreen
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Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Defense SPF 50+

This silky and oil-free formula won’t appear greasy on the skin — instead, it sinks in quickly and offers lightweight, matte finish. It also contains vitamin E to help prevent free-radical damage and skin aging.


biossance mineral sunscreen
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Biossance Squalane + Zinc Mineral Sunscreen

If you struggle with oily skin and redness, this mineral sunscreen is a must-try. It has squalane and zinc to hydrate and calm the skin, plus SPF 30 to protect against UVA and UVB rays. This one absorbs as fast as lightning, and you’ll be left with a soft, mattified complexion.


native fragrance free sunscreen
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Native Unscented Sunscreen with SPF 30 

For a gentle formula that leaves behind no greasy residue, try this option from Native. It has a combination of sunflower seed oil, vitamin E and glycerin to gently hydrate and soothe the skin. The fragrance-free formula will also help keep irritation at bay.


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