Matte Sunscreens That Will Keep Your Skin Protected

August 22, 2023
Ariel Wodarcyk
By: Ariel Wodarcyk | skincare.com by L'Oréal
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

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. 

CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

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

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. 

SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50

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.

Starface Clear as Day SPF 46

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.

Bliss Block Star Mineral Daily Sunscreen

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. 

Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40
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