EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 for Clearer, Less Shiny Skin
EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 is a lightweight hybrid sunscreen created specifically for oily, combination and acne-prone skin. The breathable, non-greasy formula combines broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection with 5% niacinamide and Zinc-AOX Pro Technology to protect skin while addressing the visible concerns that can make daily sunscreen challenging for blemish-prone complexions.
Unlike a basic sunscreen that focuses only on UV defense, this formula is designed to help improve the appearance of blemishes, excess oil, shine, and enlarged-looking pores. In a 12-week clinical study involving 43 subjects, visible blemishes decreased by 65%, visible excess oil and shine decreased by 61%, and visible pore size decreased by 25%.
The quick-absorbing formula leaves a transparent, natural-looking finish and can be worn comfortably alone or under makeup. It is non-comedogenic, non-acnegenic, fragrance-free, and suitable for sensitive skin.
Why You'll Like It
- Provides broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection against UVA and UVB exposure
- Helps reduce the appearance of visible blemishes
- Helps control the look of excess oil and unwanted shine
- Helps minimize the appearance of enlarged pores
- Contains 5% niacinamide to support a clearer, healthier-looking complexion
- Features antioxidant-rich Zinc-AOX Pro Technology for added environmental defense
Who Is It For
- Oily skin seeking daily SPF without a heavy or greasy feel
- Acne-prone and blemish-prone complexions
- Combination skin that becomes shiny throughout the day
- Sensitive skin seeking a lightweight, fragrance-free daily sunscreen
- Anyone wanting sun protection with additional oil-balancing and complexion-refining benefits
For skin that needs serious daily sun protection without sacrificing a clearer, more balanced appearance, EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 combines high-level SPF with meaningful skincare benefits in one easy morning step.
Benefits
- Provides broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection for everyday UVA and UVB defense
- Helps visibly reduce blemishes for a clearer-looking complexion
- Helps reduce excess oil and shine, making it especially well suited for oily and combination skin
- Helps minimize the visible appearance of enlarged pores
- Uses 5% niacinamide to support clearer, more refined-looking skin
- Provides antioxidant support through Zinc-AOX Pro Technology
- Helps defend skin from environmental stressors including UV exposure, blue light, HEVL, smog, and diesel exhaust
- Offers a lightweight, breathable, non-greasy finish that wears comfortably alone or under makeup
For combination or oily skin, EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 offers protection without the heavy finish that can make sunscreen difficult to wear every day. The transparent, non-greasy texture absorbs quickly and layers well beneath makeup while Zinc-AOX Pro Technology adds antioxidant environmental defense.
This oily-skin sunscreen is part of the EltaMD skincare collection, a professional sun care line known for combining advanced UV protection with skin-focused formulas designed to make daily sunscreen easier to wear consistently.
How to Use
- Apply liberally to the face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure.
- Use as the final step of your morning skincare routine before makeup.
- Reapply at least every 2 hours to maintain sun protection.
Consistent daily application makes this multitasking SPF an easy way to protect skin while supporting a clearer, more balanced-looking complexion.
Ingredients
Key Ingredients:
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11% Zinc Oxide: A mineral UV filter that provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection and forms the foundation of the formula's daily sun defense.
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3.5% Octinoxate: A lightweight UVB-absorbing sunscreen filter used alongside zinc oxide to create the formula's hybrid SPF 50 protection.
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5% Niacinamide: A high-purity form of vitamin B3 included to help reduce the appearance of blemishes and support a healthier-looking overall complexion.
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Zinc-AOX Pro Technology: EltaMD's antioxidant technology combines four antioxidants with zinc oxide to support photostability and broaden the formula's defense against UV exposure and environmental stressors including blue light, HEVL, smog and diesel exhaust.
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Bisabolol: A skin-conditioning ingredient included within the formula to support skin comfort.
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Sodium Hyaluronate: A form of hyaluronic acid that helps attract and retain moisture within the skin.
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Vitamin E: Tocopheryl acetate and tocopherol provide antioxidant support within the formula.
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Botanical Extracts: Pongamia pinnata seed extract and ginger root extract contribute plant-derived components to the formula's antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient profile.
Full Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 11%, Octinoxate 3.5%. Inactive Ingredients: Water, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polyisobutene, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carnosine, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract.
Ingredients may change. Please check the packaging for the most current list.
By pairing hybrid SPF 50 protection with niacinamide, antioxidants, and supportive skincare ingredients, this formula takes a more comprehensive approach to protecting blemish-prone and oil-prone skin each day.
FAQ
Who should use EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50?
This sunscreen is specifically designed for oily, acne-prone, and combination skin. It is especially useful for someone who wants high-level daily UV protection but is also concerned about visible blemishes, enlarged-looking pores, excess oil, or shine.
Does EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 help with blemishes?
Yes. EltaMD specifically formulated and tested this sunscreen for acne-prone skin. In a 12-week clinical study with 43 subjects, the appearance of visible blemishes was reduced by 65% with consistent use.
Does this sunscreen help control oily skin and shine?
Yes. Oil balancing is one of the key differentiators of this UV Clear formula. EltaMD reports a 61% reduction in visible excess oil and shine after 12 weeks in its clinical study.
Can EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 help minimize visible pores?
The formula is clinically shown to improve the appearance of pores. EltaMD reports a 25% reduction in visible pore size after 12 weeks of use in its 43-subject clinical study.
Is EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. EltaMD identifies the formula as suitable for sensitive skin. It is also fragrance-free, non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic, which makes its overall formulation especially relevant for skin that is both blemish-prone and easily sensitized.
Will EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 clog pores?
EltaMD states that the sunscreen is non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic. It was specifically developed and tested with acne-prone skin in mind, rather than simply adapting a general-purpose sunscreen for this skin type.
Can I wear EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 under makeup?
Yes. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly and leaves a transparent, natural-looking finish. EltaMD specifically notes that it wears well both alone and underneath makeup.
What is Zinc-AOX Pro Technology?
Zinc-AOX Pro Technology combines zinc oxide with a blend of four antioxidants. The system is designed to support photostability while helping protect skin from environmental stressors including UV rays, blue light, HEVL, smog and diesel exhaust.
When should I apply EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50?
Apply it liberally to the face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure. For continued protection, reapply at least every 2 hours.
Is EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 fragrance-free?
Yes. EltaMD verifies that this formula is fragrance-free. This complements its positioning for sensitive, oily, and blemish-prone skin.
What is the difference between EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 and UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46?
Both are lightweight hybrid sunscreens with 5% niacinamide designed for acne-prone skin, but they have different areas of emphasis. UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing SPF 50 is specifically formulated for oily, blemish-prone skin and is clinically shown to help reduce visible blemishes, excess oil, shine, and pore size, while UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 is a longtime favorite for acne-prone skin that focuses more on calming the complexion and improving the appearance of discoloration and uneven skin tone. Choose SPF 50 if oil control, shine, and visible pores are top concerns; choose SPF 46 if discoloration and overall tone are greater priorities.
With SPF 50 protection, clinically measured improvements in visible oil, blemishes and pores, and a lightweight finish made for daily wear, this UV Clear formula offers more than basic sunscreen for skin that is difficult to balance.
