Did you know that if you have acne-prone skin, you should still use sunscreen? Here’s how to choose sunscreen for acne-prone skin!

Who here still often avoids sunscreen because they are afraid of the appearance of acne or its worsening? In fact, not using sunscreen can make your skin more prone to breakouts, you know! This is because UV rays can trigger inflammation, worsen acne scars, and even cause uneven skin texture. But indeed, not all sunscreens are suitable for acne-prone skin because if you choose the wrong product, it can lead to clogged pores and cause more acne. So, to stop making the wrong choice, here are three important things you should pay attention to when choosing sunscreen for acne-prone skin!

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Choose one with a light texture

The main key for acne-prone skin is that less is more. You should therefore avoid sunscreens whose texture is too thick or greasy as they can clog your pores. Choose a sunscreen with a light texture, fast absorption and a matte finish but still hydrating. A formula like this helps your skin continue to “breathe” even if you do lots of activities, especially outdoors.

Look for products with soothing benefits

Acne-prone skin usually gets difficult easily. If you feel a little heat, redness will appear immediately, a little stress will immediately flare up. It is therefore very important to choose a sunscreen that contains ingredients that can soothe the skin. You can choose a sunscreen that contains calming agents such as Centella Asiatica and Allantoin which can help relieve redness while keeping the skin barrier strong.

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Choose a dermatologically tested sunscreen

For acne-prone skin, make sure the sunscreen you choose has been dermatologically tested and has non-comedogenic and non-acne claims. This means the product has been tested and is sure not to clog pores or trigger new acne. Safe sunscreens have generally undergone in vivo testing and are free of irritating ingredients such as high alcohol content or excess fragrance. So, it is also gentler when applied to acne-prone skin.

Recommended sunscreen that is suitable for acne-prone skin!

Among the above series of tips, there is a sunscreen that owners of acne-prone skin can rely on. Yes, it’s Scarlett Acne Peace SPF 35 PA++++ Daily Sunscreen! With a combination of Azeclair™, Purefix-DC™, Centella Asiatica and Allantoin, this sunscreen not only protects skin from the sun, but also treats acne-prone skin, helps fight acne, controls oil on the skin and helps calm skin that appears red. The texture is light and absorbs quickly. Plus, it’s comfortable to wear under makeup, you know.

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Most importantly, this sunscreen is non-comedogenic, non-acnegenic, and dermatologically tested. So it’s really safe for those of you who are still afraid to try new products, especially if your skin condition is not good. The price remains affordable, around 40 thousand!

Here is a series of tips you can follow when choosing sunscreen for acne-prone skin. Very simple, right?