EltaMD

UV Clear Blemish Prone and Oil Balancing SPF 50.

Sunscreen

About this product

Lightweight hybrid sunscreen with SPF 50, niacinamide, and oil-balancing actives designed for acne-prone and oily skin.

Guru Score

84%

Yay

Early verdict · Few reviews so far

2Gurus

2Yay

0Mixed

0Nay

What the gurus are saying

The 5% niacinamide concentration earns strong praise for controlling oil without clogging pores, hitting that sweet spot that dermatologists say is ideal for regulating sebum while strengthening skin. The lightweight hybrid formula (zinc oxide and octinoxate) blends quickly and works well for anyone using acne treatments who needs sun protection without disrupting their routine. Not many gurus have weighed in yet, so this verdict comes from just a couple of voices so far.

Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take September 2026

Best for

Oily skin Acne-prone skin

Type

SunscreenOil

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What the gurus are saying.

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Dr. Daniel Sugai

720k subs

✓Yay

"Their new UV Clear Oil Blemish acne fighting sunscreen with 5% niacinamide is also a hybrid and one that has impressed me this year."

All 2 takes from Dr. Daniel Sugai

Best Sunscreens of 2026- Dermatologist Picks

"For those who are dealing with acne and you're afraid to put any sunscreen on your face, this newer one by EltaMD, their UV Clear, Blemish Prone, and Oil Balancing SPF 50, also has niacinamide, 5% niacinamide. In fact, I don't like 10% niacinamide serums because I feel like that's too much of a good thing, but 3 to 5% is that perfect balance where you can really regulate that sebum, not produce too much, but also help brighten the skin and help repair the skin barrier. So this one's great for those with oily skin or if you're actually seeing me or your dermatologist for acne treatments. This is a great way to end your routine to protect your skin without clogging your pores. And the texture of this is also just great, it's just lightweight and just blends in so quickly. This one is a hybrid sunscreen and that's how it can get so lightweight, it has zinc oxide and octinoxate."

The Best Morning & Night Skincare Routine for Mature, Dry Skin

"Their new UV Clear Oil Blemish acne fighting sunscreen with 5% niacinamide is also a hybrid and one that has impressed me this year."

The Budget Dermatologist

723k subs

✓Yay

"This is really great for people who have oily, acne prone skin because this also contains 5% niacinamide. Niacinamide can help smooth and refine the pores. It can help acne. Can help prevent excess oiliness on the skin. It has zinc, like I mentioned, antioxidants. It's just a great great sunscreen."

Frequently asked.

What is EltaMD UV Clear Blemish Prone and Oil Balancing SPF 50?

Lightweight hybrid sunscreen with SPF 50, niacinamide, and oil-balancing actives designed for acne-prone and oily skin.

Is EltaMD UV Clear Blemish Prone and Oil Balancing SPF 50 worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.

What is EltaMD UV Clear Blemish Prone and Oil Balancing SPF 50's Guru Score?

EltaMD UV Clear Blemish Prone and Oil Balancing SPF 50 holds a Guru Score of 84%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.