Sunblock for oily and sensitive skin

Dealing with Shine and Stinging: The Real Struggle with Sunblock

Your skin feels greasy before noon and burns after five minutes in the sun. Finding a sunblock that doesn't make you break out or sting is frustrating. Most formulas either clog pores or leave your face shiny and irritated.

Why Oily and Sensitive Skin Reacts this Way

Here’s the science: oily skin produces excess sebum, which can trap sweat and sunscreen, leading to blocked pores. Sensitive skin, meanwhile, gets inflamed easily from fragrances, alcohols, or harsh chemicals commonly found in sunblock. The wrong formula can actually make both problems worse.

Choosing Sunblock That Won't Let You Down

Check for Lightweight, Non-Comedogenic Ingredients

Look for sunscreens labeled “oil-free” and “non-comedogenic.” These are designed not to block pores or add shine. Gel or fluid textures work best—they absorb quickly, leaving a matte finish instead of a greasy layer.

Mineral vs. Chemical Filters

Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are physical blockers. They sit on the skin’s surface and rarely cause reactions. Chemical filters, while effective, can sometimes irritate sensitive skin or worsen oiliness. If you’ve ever felt a burning sensation after applying sunscreen, it’s likely from ingredients like oxybenzone or avobenzone.

Fragrance-Free and Alcohol-Free Choices

• Fragrance can trigger redness or rashes.
• Alcohol dries out skin, making sensitivity worse and sometimes stimulating more oil production.

Common Mistakes That Make Things Worse

• Skipping sunscreen because “it always breaks me out”—UV damage is still happening, even on cloudy days.
• Using mattifying make-up on top of greasy sunblock—this leads to cakey, uneven coverage and more breakouts.
• Applying too little—most people use less than half the necessary amount. For your face, a nickel-sized dollop is about right.

How Arish BIO-NATURAL Saves You From Greasy, Irritated Skin

Arish BIO-NATURAL offers lightweight, fragrance-free sunblocks with mineral filters made for oily and sensitive skin. Our formulas provide a matte finish, won’t clog pores, and skip harsh chemicals. You can even scan your skin with our AI Skin Analyser for a custom match. Check out our range at arishbionatural.com and see the difference for yourself.