If you’ve got an oily face, and a greasy T-zone is your worst nightmare, you need a mattifying, non-pore clogging sunscreen that not just protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays, but also prevent an oil slick on your face.
Scroll lower to know the best daily sunscreens for your oily skin (and body).
Best Sunscreen for Oily Skin in India
We've finally crossed paths with a bottle of sunscreen that literally checks all the boxes. Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and especially suited for supremely oily skin, this taskmaster by Ponds is one of the best sunscreen in India specially crafted with break-through technology and helps protect against the five skin problems caused due to excessive sun exposure.
If you’re tired of the usual drugstore sunscreens leaving your face looking ghostlier than Casper, then this mineral sunscreen is a good bet since it doesn’t leave a white cast. Instead, infused with Sunflower oil extracts this face moisturizer with SPF benefits is quickly absorbed by the skin.
Now, if you’re the outdoorsy kind moving from pillar to post, you’d better get UVA/UVB protected by the best sunblock for your face. With a unique technology that combines extreme fluidity with a very dry touch, you’ll be receiving optimal sun protection while combatting premature skin ageing.
This gel-based formula is ideal for combination to oily skin. Plus, packed with mineral rich Seaweed from the cold coast of Ireland, this face sunscreen for oily skin is hydrating yet extremely lightweight. The result, a completely matte complexion, that couples as a great makeup base.
From tanning to sunburn, and even the worst-case scenario - melanoma, when it comes to your skin, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Another mineral-sunscreen, this one is too boasts of being weightless. Plus, non-comedogenic and fragrance-free it’s the best sunscreen for an oily face.
If dermats had their way, they’d persuade us to use a good sunblock every day (and for good reason!). Featuring next in our top ten list of best sunscreens for oily skin is this daily sunscreen that leaves your skin looking shine-free. With Birch, Hops, and Mallow extract, it leaves your face completely matte.
When it comes to oily skin, a broad-spectrum gel SPF is ideal. Formulated by dermatologists keeping in mind humid Indian weather, this easily-absorbed sunscreen protects from up to 97% sun damage. Apply a coin-sized amount to your face as a little goes a long way and simply watch it blend in to protect.
Enjoy a 360 degree protection with the Dermafique Soleil Defense Gel Creme Full Light SPF 30 that protects skin against UVA, UVB, Visible Light and Infrared Rays. Moreover, the gel based formula melts into the skin without clogging pores and is charged with SPF 30 that prevents tanning, photo-aging and pigmentation. PS: It's suitable for all skin types and is comfortable to wear under makeup.
Lastly, if you want your ditch the usual daily moisturizer for dual-actioned SPF protection, this is the perfect gel-based sunscreen for oily acne prone skin. Packed with botanical extracts, it’s an all-natural sunscreen with soothing Aloe Vera that takes on the task of moisturizing too. We’re calling this the best sunblock of all.