What to look for in the best sunscreen moisturizer for combination skin

Finding a sunscreen moisturizer that works for combination skin can help balance hydration while protecting against UV damage.

1. Oil-Free or Lightweight Formulas

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Combination skin often has both oily and dry areas, so opt for oil-free or lightweight moisturizers that hydrate without clogging pores or feeling greasy.

2. Broad Spectrum Protection

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Ensure the product offers broad spectrum SPF protection (UVA and UVB) with an SPF of at least SPF30 to shield your skin from sun damage.

3. Non-Comedogenic Ingredients

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Look for non-comedogenic formulas that won’t block pores, helping to prevent breakouts in oil-prone zones while still moisturizing drier areas.

4. Matte or Semi-Matte Finish

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A matte or semi-matte finish helps control shine throughout the day, making it ideal for combination skin types who want a balanced look.

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    Glowscreen SPF 40

    Supergoop!

    2,685 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Prime and protect your skin with this multitasking SPF 40 that leaves your skin glowing. 
  2. 2
    Better Screen UV Serum SPF 50+

    Kiehl's Since 1851

    2,581 REVIEWS
    A lightweight sunscreen serum with Collagen Peptide that helps protect against sun damage and helps visibly correct early signs of aging.
  3. 3
    Play Everyday Lotion With Sunflower Extract SPF 50
    2,179 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Our original broad spectrum SPF 50 lotion for face and body. 
  4. 4
    UV Daily Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
    585 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Serious UV protection and superior hydration join forces in this sheer facial sunscreen.
  5. 5
    Unseen Sunscreen SPF 50

    Supergoop!

    505 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    The iconic 100% invisible, weightless, scentless sunscreen that's non-irritating and doubles as a primer.
  6. 6
    UV Daily Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
    314 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Give your skin the hydration it craves and the UV protection it needs with this moisturizing sunscreen.
  7. 7
    Daily Brightening UV Defense SPF 30
    256 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Dual-action daily hydrating sunscreen
  8. 8
    Crystal SPF 50 Sunscreen Gel
    191 REVIEWS
    Vacation® Crystal SPF 50 Sunscreen Gel is an invisible face sunscreen, perfected.
  9. 9
    Shake Shake SPF 50 Mineral Milk
    175 REVIEWS
    Vacation® Shake Shake SPF 50 Mineral Milk is the mineral face sunscreen you’ve been waiting for.
  10. 10
    Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF 50
    175 REVIEWS
    A next-gen daily SPF that’s universal & undetectable with a refreshing, cooling feel—it’s our most powerful protection in our simplest formula ever.

What to look for in the best sunscreen moisturizer for combination skin

Finding a sunscreen moisturizer that works for combination skin can help balance hydration while protecting against UV damage.

1. Oil-Free or Lightweight Formulas

Citrus catapult arrow

Combination skin often has both oily and dry areas, so opt for oil-free or lightweight moisturizers that hydrate without clogging pores or feeling greasy.

2. Broad Spectrum Protection

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Ensure the product offers broad spectrum SPF protection (UVA and UVB) with an SPF of at least SPF30 to shield your skin from sun damage.

3. Non-Comedogenic Ingredients

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Look for non-comedogenic formulas that won’t block pores, helping to prevent breakouts in oil-prone zones while still moisturizing drier areas.

4. Matte or Semi-Matte Finish

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A matte or semi-matte finish helps control shine throughout the day, making it ideal for combination skin types who want a balanced look.