Sunscreen for oily skin
22 Apr 2009 09:05 AM |
Posted by Editor
Q) “I would like to know which is the best for oily skin: a make-up primer that contains an SPF or a normal sunscreen?” – Amrita, VIC
A) "This really depends on your environment and how long you spend outdoors. If you are in an outdoor environment I would always recommend applying sunscreen regularly, no matter what skin type you are. Look for sunscreens that have ‘non-oily’ written on the packaging if you have a concern with oil control. A primer that has sun protection may be enough for a very short period of time outdoors (that length of time will vary from person to person), however a primer that includes a sunscreen will help not only with the adhesion of foundation but also with needs such as oil control; whereas a sunscreen has been formulated specifically to protect skin from the damaging effects of the sun."
– Nicola Burford, freelance make-up artist
Non-oily sunscreens:
Dermalogica Daylight Defense System Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20
Bloom Daily Shield Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30+
Ella Bache Everyday 30+ Protection
Olay Complete UV Protection Moisture Lotion SPF 15 in Combination/Oily
Primers with SPF:
BECCA Mineral SPF Primer
ELES Mineral Makeup Retexturizing Face Primer SPF 20
Pola Silfique Under Makeup Base SPF 15
Clinique Super City Block SPF 30+
Red Earth UV-Protection Makeup Base
Maybelline New York Mineral Power Liquid Foundation
Member Comments
(72)
Posted by:
Princess Pink
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Oh this is great, I've been searching for a great non-oily sunscreen! Now I have a few new ones to try, I really like the sound of the Bloom one...
xx
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 9:18am)
Posted by:
Elle09
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I'm always looking for the best type of sunscreen for the face! I really like some of these suggestions! Thanks so much! I've just added this to My Favourites Page! xoxo
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 9:30am)
Posted by:
Alicerose
(Australia)
I know its bad, but i dont reguglary wear sun screen for that exact reason its wayy to oily for my skin!
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 10:16am)
Posted by:
MishMoshy
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I would definitely recommend Bloom's sunscreen, it's perfect - not oily at all! I've never even thought about primers with SPF, so thanks for the heads up =)
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 10:58am)
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Woo_Hoo
(Australia)
Thanks for the brilliant question Amrita. BH have given some great advise and recommendations and I will be saving this article to my favourites as I have oily skin too.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 11:23am)
Posted by:
Blissful Beauty
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Sunscreen is a must for me. I'll be sure to be on the look out to trial some of these suggestions. I didn't know they made primers with SPF! My holy grail product provides coverage, high SPF and oil control all in one. 100% Mineral Makeup with SPF is the best I have found so far.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 1:56pm)
Posted by:
dancr
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I have a primer at home however it doesn't contain SPF. I will have to check these out.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 2:33pm)
Posted by:
Zenna.Xx
(Australia)
Oh this is great, I've been searching for a great non-oily sunscreen! Now I have a few new ones to try, I really like the sound of the Bloom one...
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 4:03pm)
Posted by:
HMad
(Member since 2007, Australia)
I 'm always on the lookout for new products with SPF - my skin isn't oily but it can get that way with some sunscreens. Thanks bh!
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 4:08pm)
Posted by:
Berkydan
(Australia)
I recommend Shiseido's sunscreen. AMAZING. My skin is actually BETTER from using it. If I have a pimple or red mark it is reduced when I wash my face after wearing the sunscreen. The price tag is a bit much but it lasts for months and months.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 4:10pm)
Posted by:
Sweetlolliepop64
(Australia)
this is great as i have combination to oily skin...so thanx heaps.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 4:37pm)
Posted by:
Kaity007
(Australia)
this is great!
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 5:02pm)
Posted by:
annibaby
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Great to know that they are sunscreens that are suitable for oily/combo skin.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 5:37pm)
Posted by:
sugarx
(Member since 2008, Australia)
i recommend Mecca Cosmetica!!! they have such lovely service and the product is FAB!!!
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 5:53pm)
Posted by:
JL
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I have MAJOR problems with sunscreen. I'm just flat out allergic to anything with avobenzone or other chemicals in them. The only one I've found I don't have a problem with is Invisible zinc
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 6:02pm)
Posted by:
Bobbin01
(Member since 2008, Australia)
got the red earth UV primer last week and its great! definitely recommend if you want an alternative to a heavy sunscreen
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 6:35pm)
Posted by:
Katie_B
(Member since 2007, Australia)
I've got an oily T-zone & I'm really liking the sun sense anti-aging moisturiser at the moment. It looks a little shiny on the skin at first, but once it is rubbed in & the excess is blotted it is really good.
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 7:50pm)
Posted by:
Mv09
(Australia)
im the other way round, my skin lacks shine, so i use sunscreen to get that shine on my face!
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 9:05pm)
Posted by:
emmy1989
(Australia)
oo, what a fabulous question! for many years I have avioded wearing sunscreen because it left my blemish prone skin feeling shiney, gooey and heavy BUT recently my skin has cleared up HUZZAH!! so i have finally decided to treat my skin the way it deserves and to wear a good spf daily - and this list seems like a wonderful place to start :)
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 10:47pm)
Posted by:
Vanity Fair23
(Australia)
If I had very oily skin I would definitely use a powdered mineral foundation with built in SPF (I think Maybelline's is spf 18), that way I wouldn't have to worry about it clogging out pores and breaks out. I have skin that can be bit oily and normal moisturisers with SPF are fine for me
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April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 11:11pm)
Posted by:
Poezy
(Australia)
i cant stand using sunscreen on my face unless its a moisturiser with spf in it...
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April 23, 2009 (Apr 23, 2009 12:44am)
Posted by:
Stay C
(Australia)
Great article, I don't wear sunscreen very often because I work nights and don't get out in the son too much but hopefully that will all be changing soon so this article is brilliant. It's been a while but I used to play tennis during the day and always wore sunscreen and always found it greasy so I'll be trying a few of these, thanks BH.
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April 23, 2009 (Apr 23, 2009 7:51am)
Posted by:
Bandaiblossom
(Australia)
I think I'm gonna go for the.. Olay - for my brother...
:)
Not really into SPF primers... I don't use foundation much, so that's okay, I guess!
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April 23, 2009 (Apr 23, 2009 9:46am)
Posted by:
pinacolada
(Australia)
Thank you! I'm always on the hunt for a good oil free sunscreen - I need to apply it more often though!
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April 23, 2009 (Apr 23, 2009 10:48am)
Posted by:
beautystar
(Member since 2007, Australia)
i use the shieshedo face block and it is brilliant - its not greasy at all and has a matte finish
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April 23, 2009 (Apr 23, 2009 11:35am)
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Posted by: Princess Pink (Member since 2008, Australia)
Oh this is great, I've been searching for a great non-oily sunscreen! Now I have a few new ones to try, I really like the sound of the Bloom one...
xx
Posted on: April 22, 2009 (Apr 22, 2009 9:18am)