It’s a delicate balance, and one many struggle with. But of course, dealing with acne isn’t the only thing you should be mindful of: While breakouts may be top of mind, you also need to help your skin long term by protecting it from UV damage. This naturally brings us to the concern at hand: So many people complain that SPF causes them to break out and look more oily and causes irritation. And while some formulas likely still have these issues, so many of the new facial sunscreens are light-as-air, silky smooth, and noncomedogenic. Not to mention, several incorporate anti-inflammatory ingredients, which can help with breakouts too. Here, our favorites: Our high standards also come from testing products—many, many products. Our editors and writers rigorously test and research the products featured in our roundups to offer you the best, most informed recommendations. When we write reviews, you can trust we spend quality time with the formulas: We don’t simply rave about products we’ve slathered on the back of our hand. We endorse products we’ve tried and loved. Learn more about our testing process and clean beauty standards here.
