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Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin in Summer: Top Brands to Try in 2025 Description

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With warmer weather upon us, brighter days mean additional sun exposure. Sunscreen is now an absolute necessary skincare product for oily skin, as whether it's your daily walk to work, having brunch with friends, or just working under fluorescent lights all day, we need to be wearing a daily sunscreen with SPF 50 to protect our skin from tanning, dullness and damage.


Some sunscreens will not work with oily or acne-prone skin, and those that are thick in formula tend to have an oily finish and be pore-clogging. Luckily, brands such as Dot & Key, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Minimalist, Neutrogena, and Beauty of Joseon have created much better formulas surrounding their lightweight, dermatologically tested sunscreen formulas, and in the meantime, we just have to deal with a sticky finish for some serious sun protection.


Let’s look at the top sunscreen brands available in India for oily skin and what makes them perfect for summer.


Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin (2025 Picks)


S.No.

Top Products

Feature

Rating

01

DOT & KEY Strawberry Dew Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 

Tinted 

4.6/5

02

The Derma co. 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Ultra Light Gel With UVA & B Protection

Hydrating Feel

4.5/5

03

Aqualogica Glow+ Dewy SPF 50 PA+++ Sunscreen With UVA/B 

Blue Light Protection

4.5/5

04

Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Multivitamin Sunscreen

Broad-spectrum

4.4/5

05

Neutrogena UltraSheer Dry Touch Sunblock – Sunscreen SPF 50+

Non-Sticky Touch

4.5/5

06

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun – Rice & Probiotics Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ 50 ml

Rice Water 

4.7/5


DOT & KEY Strawberry Dew Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 

Dot & Key: Natural Skincare That’s Fun

With a makeup-meets-skincare twist, Dot & Key's tinted sunscreen has made quite the fanfare (you can see it doesn't have any chalky finish whatsoever!). With niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and strawberry extracts, this sunscreen protects skin against SPF 50+ PA++++, adds hydration, and helps fight dullness. This is a good product for those no-makeup make-up days since this gives sheer colour with a very oil-free finish; it's perfect to wear as an everyday tinted sunscreen.

Why use it?

Lightweight & buildable

Works on all skin tones.

No oil and no clogging

Has UVA/UVB protection & skincare benefits.

The Derma co. 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Ultra Light Gel With UVA & B Protection

The Derma Co: Science-Backed Skincare

This gel-based aqua sunscreen from The Derma Co is very suitable for humid Indian conditions. It is complaint-free, fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested, and dermatologically approved, leaving no room for regrets. With hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, it provides a deep moisturising action, so you don't feel greasy or anything on your skin. It is particularly effective for sensitive skin, including those prone to acne.

What makes it stand out? 

Non-comedogenic formulation 

No white cast 

Can be reapplied daily 

Calms and protects the skin barrier.

Aqualogica Glow+ Dewy SPF 50 PA+++ Sunscreen With UVA/B 

Aqualogica: Hydrating Sun Protection

If you want a sunscreen with protection from the sun and a healthy misty glow, then this is the one for you. This sunscreen is full of vitamin C and papaya extracts that brighten the skin while also providing blue light protection for anyone who works on a screen!

Why choose it?

Hydrating but light for oily skin

Great for wearing under make-up.

Water-based offer a nice texture

Safe for sensitive skin

Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Multi Vitamin Sunscreen

Minimalist: Simple Skincare That Works

This sunscreen is designed for ease of use and effectiveness, giving broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection using 4 high-performing filters and a range of vitamins such as A, B3, B5, E and F. That means it goes on matte and absorbs quickly, making it a great choice for oily or combination skin types.

Why is it a good choice? 

Minimal, clean formulation

Quick-drying with no sticky tactile

Travel-safe packaging

Great for both women and men

Neutrogena UltraSheer Dry Touch Sunblock – Sunscreen SPF 50+

Neutrogena: Globally Trusted Skincare Brand

A long-standing favourite, the Neutrogena UltraSheer SPF 50+ is acclaimed around the world for its Helioplex technology, which provides very effective UVA and UVB protection. It has a dry-touch finish which is perfect for oily and acne-prone skin that might react crazy to heavier creams.

Why choose it? 

Lightweight and breathable 

Goes on clear, no white cast 

Controls shine for hours 

Dermatologist trusted

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun – Rice & Probiotics Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ 50 ml

Beauty of Joseon: Korean Tradition Meets Modern Skincare

Famous for harmonising classic Korean ingredients fused with modern formulations, this cream sunscreen is creamy but not greasy and is formulated with rice extract and probiotics to protect and nourish the skin while using sun protection. It's a great choice for anyone looking for skincare with SPF and is gentle enough for daily use with foundation.

Why do we like this sunscreen?

No irritation or scent

Brightening & soothing for the skin

Feels lovely underneath base products

International cult product

Last Words: Don't Forget Sunscreen—No Matter What!

No matter what your skin type is, sunscreen should be a staple in your daily skin care routine – especially in a country like India. Whether you're looking for hydrating, matte, or tinted, great sunscreen brands for oily skin have both K-beauty advancements and dermatologist-approved gel formulas. 

Choose a solid formula, like Dot & Key, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, or Neutrogena, and offer your skin all the protection it deserves—even if it's not greasy.


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