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+). For a sunny country like India, we recommend very high protection daily (50+).

Some people with oily and acne-prone skin are concerned that sunscreen will worsen their symptoms and avoid sun protection altogether. Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Gel-Cream SPF50+ is a non-comedogenic sunscreen. Its light texture does not clog pores and its carefully selected ingredients Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Licochalcone A and L-Carnitine are suitable for acne and blemish prone skin.

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: As skin affected by acne show a high degree of inflammation, it is particularly prone to hyperpigmentation and excess melanin is produced. 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. Our Eucerin Face Oil Control Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ is specially formulated for acne-prone skin, and 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-pigments. It leaves an immediate dry touch finish and a long-lasting anti-shine effect.

Sunlight, in moderation, provides essential Vitamin D, promoting healthy bones and reducing the risk of depression. However, overexposure to the sun can significantly damage the skin both on the surface and at a cellular level. This damage is often not immediately visible, making us unaware of its full impact until years later when it manifests as premature aging, hyperpigmentation, and, in severe cases, skin cancer.

India's sunny and humid climate means constant exposure to harmful UV rays, even on cloudy days, in the shade, and indoors. With 80% of visible aging attributed to UV rays, wearing sunscreen every day is crucial to prevent the long-term effects of sun damage and maintain healthy, youthful skin.