Short guide — choosing and using sunscreen if you have oily or acne‑prone skin.

What to look for

• Oil‑free / non‑comedogenic formulation (less likely to clog pores). (verywellhealth.com)
• Lightweight texture: gel, fluid, water‑based, or “dry‑touch”/mattifying formulas feel best on oily skin. (augusteskin.com)
• Broad‑spectrum SPF 30 or higher for daily face use (SPF 30 minimum; SPF 50 if you want extra margin). Reapply every ~2 hours if you’re outdoors, or after sweating/swimming. (verywellhealth.com)
• Ingredients that help control shine or soothe oily/acneic skin: zinc oxide or silica (mattifying), niacinamide (calms, can reduce oiliness), oil‑absorbing polymers. Avoid heavy oils and fragrances if you’re breakout‑prone. (Vogue.com)

Texture/types that work well

• Gel or water‑based sunscreens: fast‑absorbing, non‑greasy. (augusteskin.com)
• “Dry‑touch” or matte‑finish chemical or hybrid formulas: give a powdery/matte feel. (skinrescuehub.com)
• Mineral sunscreens with micronized zinc/titanium can be good if they’re formulated to be lightweight (some leave a white cast; tinted mineral versions avoid that). (Self.com)

Practical application tips

• If your moisturizer is heavy, skip it and use a moisturizing sunscreen instead (many facial SPFs double as a light moisturizer). (verywellhealth.com)
• Let sunscreen absorb (~1–2 minutes) then set with a light translucent powder where you get shiny (T‑zone) if needed. (Vogue.com)
• For makeup: use sunscreen first, then primer/foundation. Consider a light silicone‑free primer if you’re concerned about pore‑clogging. (glamour.com)

Product examples (well‑reviewed for oily/acne‑prone skin)

• EltaMD UV Clear (lightweight, niacinamide, dermatologist favorite). (Self.com)
• Supergoop! Unseen (clear, gel‑like, weightless, matte finish). (fluidmediallc.com)
• La Roche‑Posay Anthelios (dry‑touch / oil‑control variants available). (augusteskin.com)
• Neutrogena Clear Face / Ultra Sheer Dry Touch (drugstore, oil‑free/matte options). (fluidmediallc.com)
• Eucerin Sun / Eucerin Oil Control or Sun Clear Skin (budget picks for oil control). (prevention.com)

If you want, I can:

• Suggest 3 specific products to try based on your budget (drugstore, mid, splurge).
• Help pick a tinted vs. untinted option (useful if you want to replace foundation).

Which would you prefer?