Matte Sunscreens That Will Keep Your Skin Protected
August 22, 2023![Image of the La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 60, SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50 and the CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 on a graphic yellow background](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/august/22-matte-sunscreens/sunscreens-for-a-non-greasy-finish-hero-sdc-030923.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=529&blr=False&hash=5B44F3EC55691527E5A15E5E288FDB81)
We all know how important it is to wear sunscreen (yes, even on those gloomy winter days), but formulas that look and feel greasy can be a major deterrent to regular application. Nobody wants their sunscreen to leave a shiny residue, especially if your skin is already on the oily side. Below, we found six matte sunscreens that will leave your skin with a matte look and help defend against UV rays, when used as directed.
Our Favorite Matte Sunscreens
CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
This moisturizer-sunscreen hybrid hydrates skin while leaving behind a soft matte finish. Made for normal to oily skin types, it shields skin from UVA and UVB rays without feeling greasy or heavy. The formula is allergy-tested and non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog your pores.
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 60
If you prefer chemical sunscreens over mineral formulas, you’ll love this pick. It’s a chemical sunscreen that sinks in quickly and soaks up excess oil, even under high heat and humidity. It’s formulated with silica and perlite, two mattifying powders that give skin a diffused, velvety finish. The formula is non-comedogenic and ideal for oily and acne-prone skin types.
![La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 60](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/august/22-matte-sunscreens/la-roche-posay-anthelios-clear-skin-oil-free-sunscreen-spf-60-sdc-030923.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=CF0BE7252AB080EC7E6459E904CDA607)
SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50
This matte sunscreen defends skin against UV rays, absorbs excess oil and provides a subtle tint, thanks to translucent color spheres that change to provide a universal tint for all skin tones. Its airy, mousse-y texture feels like next to nothing and dries to a powder-matte finish that looks seamless under makeup.
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Starface Clear as Day SPF 46
According to Starface, this non-greasy gel sunscreen is non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, oil-free and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes. As a bonus, the formula goes on completely clear.
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Bliss Block Star Mineral Daily Sunscreen
As the brand explains, Block Star is a matte mineral sunscreen that blends in easily and gives skin a barely-there tint. Bliss also notes it won’t clog pores.
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Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40
According to Supergoop!, this sunscreen controls shine while evening out skin with a neutral, universal tint. It’s formulated with mineral SPF and antioxidants to help protect against sun damage and free radicals.
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