Ideal for oily and acne-prone skin
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ protects oily and acne prone skin from sun-induced skin damage with Advanced Spectral Technology and HEVIS light defense for very high UV protection, offering 12-hour oil and shine control plus color pigments for an even and unified skin tone in 2 shades light and medium.
UV Filter system without Octocrylene
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Facial sunscreen for oily and acne-prone skin
UV light is the main cause of sun-induced skin damage, but high-energy visible (HEVIS) light can also induce free radicals that cause further stress to skin.
Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ is a tinted facial sunscreen for oily and acne-prone skin. The Advanced Spectral Technology combines broadband and photostable UVA and UVB filters for very high UV protection with Licochalcone A to neutralize free radicals caused by UV and HEVIS light, and Glycyrrhetinic Acid which supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism.
Color pigments support a more even and unified skin tone, with the choice of a Light or Medium shade. Oil Control technology with L-Carnitine and Lipid-absorbing pigments gives the skin an immediate dry touch finish and long-lasting anti-shine effect for up to 12 hours.
Eucerin Sun Gel-Cream Oil Control SPF 50+ is unperfumed and has an ultra-light, non-greasy texture. Clinical and dermatological studies prove good skin tolerability on sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Clinical and dermatological studies
Clinical and dermatological studies prove very good efficacy and skin tolerability on sensitive and oily and acne-prone skin.
Main findings
A Product in Use (PiU) study was conducted with 80 women with oily and/or acne-prone skin1. They reported the following results after using the product regularly for two weeks:
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After 4 weeks |
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Has an ultra-light texture |
99% |
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Has a long-lasting dry touch effect |
98% |
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Unifies my skin tone |
98% |
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Absorbs within seconds |
96% |
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Provides up to 12 hours of shine control |
90% |
1 Consumer Test with 82 volunteers with oily and/or acne-prone skin, 2 weeks daily use
Properties
Sunscreen as part of your daily routine
Sun protection isn’t just for sun bathers. Light to moderate everyday exposure affects skin too, and blemish-prone skin is particularly susceptible to hyperpigmentation issues which are easily exacerbated by the sun. That’s why it’s important to include sun protection in your daily skincare routine. Find out more in The importance of sun protection in your daily routine.
Use this product if…
You have oily, acne-prone skin and are looking for a very high protection facial sunscreen with a tinted finish:
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ offers very high protection and has been specially formulated for your skin type.
You’re looking for a sun protection product with an ultra-light texture:
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ is ultra-light, non-greasy and non-sticky and absorbs quickly and easily. It is also non-comedogenic.
You’re looking for a sunscreen that prevents your face from developing an oily shine:
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ has up to a 12 hour anti-shine effect. The Oil Control Technology in the formula provides an immediate and long-lasting dry matt finish due to its dry touch texture and sebum-regulating formula.
You want to help prevent sun-induced acne marks:
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Tinted SPF 50+ protects your skin from sun-induced pigmentation.
Try a different product if…
You have oily, acne-prone skin and are looking for a facial sunscreen with a lower SPF than 50+:
Try Eucerin Sun Gel-Cream Oil Control SPF 30.
You have sensitive skin that is dry and are looking for a very high protection product for your face:
Try Eucerin Sun Creme Sensitive Protect SPF 50+.
You have oily skin and are looking for a high or very high sun protection product for your body:
Try Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Dry Touch Sensitive Protect SPF 50 or Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Sensitive Protect SPF 50+.
How it works
It’s not just UV rays that can damage skin. High-energy visible (HEVIS) light can also generate free radicals, cause photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun) and exacerbate the hyperpigmentation issues that oily and acne-prone skin is particularly prone to. Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control tinted SPF 50+ offers Advanced Spectral Technology that goes beyond UV to protect skin from the negative effects of HEVIS light too. The formula also supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism and includes Eucerin’s proven Oil Control Technology which helps to control skin’s sebum and improve the condition and appearance of oily, acne-prone skin.
Advanced Spectral Technology
Superior broadband and photostable UVA/UVB filters1 are combined with Licochalcone A to neutralize free radicals caused by UVA and HEVIS light.
DNA protection
The sunscreen for oily skin also includes Glycyrrhetinic Acid which supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism.
Oil Control Technology
The formula’s sebum-regulating Oil Control Technology combines absorbing microparticles and L-Carnitine, reducing the amount of sebum on the skin. The lipid-absorbing microparticles absorb any remaining excess oils, so skin appears dry and matt.
1 - Meeting the high standards for UVA and UVB protection defined by Cosmetics Europe. The levels of UVA protection are higher than the EU requirement.
Ingredients List
How do I know which SPF to use?
Sunscreens are available in four different levels of protection: low (factor 6 to 10), medium (15 to 25), high (30 to 50) and very high (50+). The higher the protection factor the better your skin is protected, but it’s important to apply the product thoroughly (be careful not to miss any bits) and to reapply it generously every two hours.
Can sunscreen clog my pores and lead to breakouts?
Some people with oily and acne-prone skin are concerned that sunscreen will worsen their symptoms and avoid sun protection altogether. Specially formulated products such as Eucerin Sun Gel-Cream Oil Control SPF 50+ are designed to manage oily and acne-prone skin conditions. The ultra-light formula has a sebum-regulating Oil Control technology with L-Carnitine and absorbing micro-particles.
My skin is acne-prone. Do I need special suncare?
Yes. Effective sun protection is essential for all skin types and it’s particularly important for acne-prone skin for a number of reasons:
• To protect against hyperpigmentation: When skin tissue is injured − as is the case with blemishes and acne − an excessive amount of melanin (skin pigment) can accumulate in one area. This surplus melanin remains after the spot has healed leaving a pigmentation mark. These pigmentation marks are particularly susceptible to the sun and the right sun protection will help to prevent them from darkening and becoming more noticeable.
• To prevent skin from drying out: Oily skin still needs moisture. Over exposure to the sun causes it to dry out and the sebaceous glands (which products the sebum that gives skin the oil it needs) go into overdrive. This excess sebum is one of the key stages in the development of blemishes. When skin dries out its external layers harden and this can get in the way of the natural skin-shedding process. Dead skin can build up, block pores and exacerbate acne.
It’s also important to be aware that some acne medication and skin peels can make skin more sensitive to the sun and more susceptible to sun-induced skin damage. Products specially formulated for acne-prone skin, such as Eucerin Sun Gel-Cream Oil Control SPF 50+, will give it the protection it needs. Our product is also ‘non-comedogenic’, which means it doesn’t contain ingredients that might block pores and trigger blemishes.
The ultra-light formula has a sebum-regulating Oil Control technology with L-Carnitine and absorbing micro-particles. It leaves an immediate dry touch finish and a long-lasting anti-shine effect of up to 12 hours.
Why do I need to integrate sun face care into my daily routine?
Facial skin is more sensitive to UVA/UVB radiation and HEVIS light than skin on the rest of the body as it is exposed to sun all year round. Sun protection can help you avoid the cellular DNA damage caused by UV, photoaging (premature aging caused by the sun) and hyperpigmentation. It is important to protect facial skin whenever it is exposed to the sun.
What is the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
UVA rays penetrate the deeper layers of skin. They stimulate the production of free radicals that cause oxidative stress and can lead to indirect DNA damage. UVA rays are most commonly associated with photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun). They can also trigger sun allergies such as Polymorphous Light Eruption (PLE). UVB rays can also provoke allergies, but to a lesser degree.
UVB rays provide the energy your skin needs to make Vitamin D and stimulate the production of melanin which is responsible for tanning. They don’t travel as deeply as UVA rays, penetrating only the outermost layers of skin, but they cause more immediate damage such as sunburn. UVB rays are directly absorbed by cellular DNA which can lead to skin diseases such as actinic keratosis and skin cancer.
Both types of UV rays can induce hyperpigmentation and may contribute to conditions such as sun spots (also known as age spots) and melasma.
What is high-energy visible light and why does my skin need to be protected from it?
The sunlight spectrum consists of UV, visible and infrared light. Visible sunlight can be detected by the human eye, while the others remain invisible. Part of this visible spectrum has a high energy level and is known as high-energy visible light. It is also referred to as HEVIS light, HEV Light, HEVL and sometimes ‘blue light’ or ‘blue violet light’
Like UVA rays, HEVIS light penetrates the deeper layers of skin (the dermis) and can generate free radicals. These free radicals are one of the main causes of photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun). They interfere with skin cells and break down the collagen and elastin that gives our skin its plump, youthful appearance. HEVIS light has also been linked to uneven skin pigmentation and melasma.
Many modern sunscreens offer effective protection against UVA and UVB rays, but we recommend that you look out for products that also defend against the negative effects of HEVIS light. These products will give your skin reliable protection from photoaging and, in the long run, can also help to combat visible signs of skin aging such as wrinkles.
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