Moderate

EltaMD

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

$39.00

A dermatologist-favorite mineral-chemical hybrid sunscreen with 9% zinc oxide and 5% niacinamide. The lightweight texture spreads easily without the white cast typical of pure mineral formulas. For acne-prone and sensitive skin, the addition of niacinamide helps with tone and texture while the zinc oxide provides broad-spectrum protection. The non-comedogenic formula layers well under makeup.

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Works Well For

  • Non-comedogenic and fragrance-free
  • 5% niacinamide improves skin tone
  • No white cast unlike pure mineral sunscreens
  • Lightweight enough for daily use

Worth Knowing

  • Expensive for the amount (1.7 oz)
  • Chemical + mineral hybrid (not purely mineral)
  • Requires reapplication every 2 hours

Key Ingredients

IngredientWhat it does

How We Scored This

+2 fragrance-free (verified against ingredient list) +1 no common irritants found in first half of list = Score: 3 → Moderate

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Full Analysis

Dermatologist-favorite mineral sunscreen for acne-prone skin.

📊 Simplicity Ranking
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Exceptional
Fewer than 9 ingredients — minimal risk of irritation
9ingredients total
Best for:
sensitive oily acne-prone
✓ Pros

  • ✓ Non-comedogenic
  • ✓ Niacinamide boosts
  • ✓ No white cast
✗ Cons

  • ✗ Expensive
  • ✗ Small tube
  • ✗ Needs reapplication
🌱 Key Ingredients
● Zinc Oxide 9.0%● Niacinamide● Sodium Hyaluronate● Tocopheryl Acetate● Purified Water● Cyclopentasiloxane● Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate● Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
Note: Ingredient counts are approximate based on brand information. Always check the product packaging for the most current ingredient list.