Reddit mentions of Neutrogena Clear Face Liquid Lotion Sunscreen for Acne-Prone Skin, Broad Spectrum SPF 55 with Helioplex Technology, Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free & Non-Comedogenic, 3 fl. oz

I used this Neutrogena face sunscreen and it DESTROYED my skin for nearly a year before I figured out which of my products was causing the problem. I gave it to my (much less acne-prone) friend, and she had no issues. Everybody’s different.

I really like this stuff. I'm pretty darn oily, especially in my t-zone, and also fair as fuck, so it's been a lifelong struggle to find something to wear everyday with spf that won't make me look like an oil slick. For years I've been trying different face moisturizers that have spf added, with 45 being the highest I've ever been able to find. And they'd usually still make me greasy looking, although not as bad as regular sunscreen. But this stuff actually dries really smoothly, my skin feels better after using it. Doesn't leave me greasy. I just put it on a little while after my regular (non-spf) moisturizer. Let it dry, then apply makeup if I'm wearing it. Haven't had any issues with breakouts, although ymmv, but it's ~$10 pretty much everywhere (Target, Walmart, Walgreens, CVS). Worth a try.

First, sorry to hear about your diagnosis!


I was going to recommend a similar product to ignoretheyam.


From the wiki: Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid-Lotion Sunscreen SPF 55 - a Holy Grail sunscreen with no white cast.

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I'd give Vanicream a try, but I'm definitely biased :) I had a hard time finding a sunscreen too, everything just sucked. I finally bit the bullet and bought EltaMD UV Clear, so far it's fantastic but I definitely wish it was cheaper. Neutrogena has a "Clear Face" line that I think would be worth looking into, I think it's alcohol and fragrance free.

Hello folks! I was hoping for some help on my routine. My skin is okay, but I struggle with hormonal acne, am 28 years old, and generally feel greasy at the end of the day. I don't wear makeup because it makes my acne worse, so I don't have to worry about that. I have combination skin (chin and jawline dry, oily everywhere else).

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Morning:

Cleanser: Trader Joe's All-In-One

Toner: Witch Hazel

Serum: Birch Juice Hydro Essence Skin

Vitamin C Serum

Moisturizer: Trader Joe's Nourish Oil-Free

Sunscreen: Neutrogena Clear Face

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Evening:

Cleanser: Trader Joe's All-In-One

Mask (2x per week): Aztec Secret (used with ACV)

Toner: Witch Hazel

Serum: Birch Juice Hydro Essence Skin

Retinal: The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

Sheet mask (2x week when I use a mask): Whatever is hydrating at CVS

Moisturizer: Trader Joe's Nourish Oil-Free

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I have done my absolute best to try to figure out if this is an okay group of products, but skincare is as incomprehensible as finances to me so some help would be appreciated!

Hi guys. I have combination skin. I suffer from occasional acne breakouts. But in general, my skin texture is not smooth. I think I have large pores too. I wanted your opinion on this Tea tree Oil Face Creammoisturizer. My current face routine includes:

1. Cleanser
   
2. Exfoliator
   
3. Toner
   
4. Serum
   
5. Moisturizer (switching to a new one)
   
6. Sunscreen
   
   Any comment on other products is appreciated too. Thanks!

I've been using Neutrogena Clear Face and it has been good so far!

So I use this sunscreen that's specifically for use on the face and works well with acne. Feels just like a lotion. It feels a touch funky as it's drying, but I think that might be because of my exfoliate lol. It's perfect after it dries, though. I don't even remember I'm wearing it.
Edit: Yes, it's Neutrogena. No, it's better than the one you posted. My mom uses that Ultra-Sheer-Dry-Touch stuff but I'm not a fan

Located in CA, US. Oily skin, moderate acne issues. I've been lurking this sub for a few months and would love any tips on my routine. Sometimes I am not sure when to use each project / in what order! Any and all suggestions are welcome!

Morning:
Wash face with warm water
Wash with La Roche-Posay Effaclar Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin Purifying Foaming Gel Face Wash
Apply Stri-Dex Medicated Pads, Sensitive
Sometimes I apply Cetaphil Dermacontrol Moisturizer SPF 30 but sometimes I forget (I know I know)

Evening:
Same routine, except once my face is dry and right before bed, I will apply Claire-ity Skincare 25% Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E to the areas on my face with acne scars. Mostly on my cheeks, a few on my forehead, and some on my chin.

Occasionally (weekly) before the evening routine, I'll use either of these masks. I like them both:


Pure Body Naturals Dead Sea Mud Mask

LUSH Mask of Magnaminty

A few notes:
I don't wear makeup and I will add extra sunscreen when I exercise, which is about 5 days a week. I mostly use something like this Neutrogena Clear Face Liquid Lotion Sunscreen For Acne-Prone Skin for my face.

Products:

Cerave hydrating cleanser

Serious skin care cleanser (Much harsher cleanser, but skin has gotten used to it. I use it if my skin hasn't been feeling dry lately because I feel like it's better at clearing up my acne which I've never gotten rid of)

serious skin care repairz-it

Serious skin care clearz-it (Spot treatment)

Neutrogena clear face Sunscreen spf 55

Stridex in the red box

Garden of wisdom fruit acid 10%
exfo pads

In case the prices of the serious skin care stuff makes you cringe, I get it about 12x cheaper. It's the best stuff I've found so far for my skin. The moisturizer isn't always moisturizing enough, and I have to reapply it an extra time that day. My skin still hasn't cleared up, but every other moisturizer I've tried has definitely caused me to break out or just made my skin even more dry.

Morning:

Cleanse

Moisturize, wait to dry

Sunscreen

Night time:

Cleanse

Stridex in Red box, wait to dry

Garden of Wisdom exfo pad, wait to dry

Moisturize

Spot treat


If I were to add in a wash after a workout, I would just use cleanser + moisturizer or just water and moisturizer.

Does anybody have input on LilyAna Naturals Face Cream or this Neutrogena-Liquid-Sunscreen? I'm looking to replace my 2-in-1 moisturizer/sunscreen which is only 15 SPF.

There are a variety of ingredients, methods, and products that could potentially help you. The problem is everyone is different, so it will have to be a careful trial and error (and patience over a period of time) before you can pinpoint the right solution for you and what the original cause was.

If you're going to try products, I highly recommend you buy small sample sizes if possible and try them out one or two at a time. Be careful and start small, especially with active ingredients. They're quite potent, which means they give powerful positive results, but you can also risk overusing them or using them in a dangerous combination. So do your research about correct application and be careful.

• BHA (salicylic acid), such as Paula's Choice or Stridex. A very popular ingredient with a great track record in preventing/clearing acne, clearing acne scars, and generally improving texture, tone, and color. I would recommend getting sample sizes of these to start.
  
• Azelaic acid is another great way to tackle both acne and scars. Paula's Choice has a great azelaic acid + salicylic acid combo that I highly recommend.
  
• Vitamin C. Can help greatly with acne scars. Paula's Choice, The Ordinary.
  
• Sulphur is known to be antibacterial and a mask containing sulphur can help suppress breakouts. But most likely will not help with scarring. Sunday Riley Saturn mask helped a few people I know with cystic breakouts.
  
• Differin. Contains adapalene which is known to clear and prevent acne. Be really careful and don't use with exfoliants.
  
• Benzoyl peroxide. Pretty commonly used to clear and prevent acne, but it has the unfortunate affect of bleaching clothes/pillows/etc and can be pretty strong. Paula's Choice.
  
• Aquaphor/vaseline/hyaluronic acid. It's possible your moisture barrier is not doing so well right now. Counterintuitively, being too dry can exacerbate acne. Also, if you're using exfoliants or other active ingredients, you'll want to make sure to stay hydrated and moisturized. Aquaphor, HA. Also recommend this Hado Labo HA cleanser and oil cleanser for a very hydrating double cleanse.
  
• Sunscreen. You don't mention it but you should be wearing a daily sunscreen that's non-comedogenic, especially if you are trying any of the products above. La-Roche Posay, Elta MD, Neutrogena.
  
  The list goes on and on but you can start your research here.
  
  To eliminate causes, pay attention to when you have breakouts. Make sure the products you're currently using are a good pH and aren't breaking you out to begin with. Don't eat dairy for a long while until you know it doesn't cause the breakouts.
  
  Hormonal acne is most often clustered on chin and jawline, is often cystic, and often flares up once a month (aka period). If that describes you, you might want to talk to a doctor or dermatologist about whether it's hormonal or not, because there are treatments for that, such as birth control or spearmint tea.

I live in the USA, but I found these on European websites, so maybe you can find it where you live.

Cotz tinted sunscreen
This stuff is amazing! It has zinc in it which is one of the best ingredients as far as sun protection goes.

I also love Neutrogena Clear Skin sunscreen
This doesn't appear white on me once I rub it in and has a wonderful finish.

Also, I recommend putting sunscreen on the back of your hands as well as neck,chest to protect from prematuring aging due to sun exposure.