Sunscreen for Acne
Finding a sunscreen that won’t cause acne breakouts is something every person should consider during the summer. Since people have different skin types, it isn’t surprising that there are those who find themselves responding negatively to various products. Unfortunately, there isn’t a concrete way of finding a sunscreen without applying the item on the skin. Instead, the process is a trial and error system that should be done properly to minimize the side effects.
For those bent on finding that perfect sunscreen for acne prone skin, here are some tips on how this can be done.
Oily Skin
People with oily skin should opt for a sunscreen liberally combined with powder. This would absorb the oil even while protecting the skin from the harsh rays of the sun and you’ll still maintain your summer glow. Suggestion: Peter Thomas Roth: Instant Mineral Powder SPF 45, $30
Dry Skin
Look for emollient moisturizers like glycerin and aloe in the case of dry or very dry skin. The amount of material applied should depend on the dryness of the skin. Suggestion: La Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizer, $31.50
Sensitive Skin
Those with skins prone to reddening or even pimples should opt for gentler sunscreens. Check out the back of the bottle and look for the ingredient titanium oxide or even zinc oxide. Either of the two should be the major ingredient in the sunscreen for it to be ideal for the sensitive skin. Some people opt for the natural method, usually applying essential oil on the skin before topping it off with sunscreen. This serves as a barrier to prevent breakouts. Suggestion: Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunblock SPF 30, $8.99
Individuals with fairly regular skin can choose something that doesn’t feel heavy on the body. Ideally, it should be light, allowing the skin to breathe through the pores even while protecting the body. One thing most people look into is the SPF of the product, the higher the number, the bigger the protection. However, one should also note that higher SPF’s tend to cause more irritation for the skin.
It might also pay to check the label for an ingredient called PABA. Although not all people are susceptible to the material, most individuals are. Hence, those with sensitive skin should just skip products that contain this substance. Try asking a dermatologist for advice regarding the best possible sunscreen products in the market. Asking a friend or someone with the same skin type would also be a good idea when bent on finding a sunscreen for acne-prone skin.
When on the path of finding that perfect sunscreen, it would be advisable that an individual apply only a small amount of the material on the skin. Try leaving it there for a whole day and see if the skin starts to react negatively to the substance. This should allow users to estimate the usability of the sunscreen for their skin type.
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Diana, this article couldn’t come at a better time. I was just considering buying a sunscreen lotion, but didn’t know which one to get for my sensitive, slightly oily skin.
Until now I was using a simple sunscreen spray. I have two of them and noticed that the one with higher SPF is much more oilier, greasier, and made me breakout a little, especially on the chin
The other one has a SPF of 15. It doesn’t make me breakout, but it doesn’t have enough protection.
Never considered a powder sunscreen. Have you used any of the products you mentioned? any opinion about them?
Hi Romy, I recommended Peter Roth Thomas powder sunscreen because I personally use it for my oily skin. It’s lightweight, very easy to apply, and doesn’t breakout my skin.
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