UVA + UVB coverage
Broad-spectrum SPF 46 for daily exposure when applied and reapplied as directed.
EltaMD UV Clear: The Daily SPF Icon
Beauty Ambassade · The daily SPF edit
EltaMD UV Clear: The Daily SPF Icon
Broad-spectrum SPF 46 made for acne-prone, combination, oily and sensitive skin—with the light feel that makes daily protection easier to keep using.
UV Clear is our strongest all-around choice for everyday facial sunscreen in the current Beauty Ambassade sun-care edit. Its advantage is balance: dependable UVA/UVB protection, a non-comedogenic base and skincare-supporting ingredients in one wearable formula.
01 · The everyday protection stage
A sunscreen that behaves like skincare
UV Clear is a lightweight hybrid sunscreen developed around the needs of breakout-prone, oily and sensitive complexions.
The formula combines zinc oxide and octinoxate for broad-spectrum SPF 46 with 5% niacinamide, sodium hyaluronate and vitamin E. It is oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, dye-free and non-comedogenic.
SPF 46Broad spectrum
9.2 / 10Our daily-use score
$441.7 oz · current price
Breakout-conscious
Oil-free and non-comedogenic for skin prone to blemishes, congestion or shine.
5% niacinamide
Helps improve the visible appearance of uneven tone, discoloration and redness.
Made for every day
A light lotion texture designed to absorb comfortably and layer under makeup.
02 · The Beauty Ambassade verdict
Exactly how good is UV Clear?
Excellent for everyday facial protection—especially when breakouts, oiliness, sensitivity or visible redness make a heavy sunscreen hard to live with.
Editorial score9.2out of 10
Best use
Daily face SPF for breakout-prone skin
UV Clear scores highly because it solves the everyday sunscreen problem: strong broad-spectrum protection in a formula people are more likely to enjoy wearing consistently. Its limitation is clear—it is not intended for swimming, heavy sweat or beach-day performance.
BestEveryday face
Not forSwimming or sport
TypeHybrid sunscreen
Acne-prone fit
Oil-free, fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, with 5% niacinamide.
Daily wearability
A light lotion texture designed to sit comfortably alone or under makeup.
Daily protection
Broad-spectrum SPF 46 with 9% zinc oxide and 7.5% octinoxate.
Outdoor versatility
The clear limitation: this version is not water-resistant.
How the score was calculated
Weighted for daily facial use: protection 25%, acne-prone fit 25%, wearability 20%, formula support 15%, independent editorial recognition 10% and outdoor versatility 5%. The displayed score is rounded from 9.24.
This is a transparent Beauty Ambassade editorial assessment—not a clinical rating, SPF test or guarantee of individual results.
03 · Inside the formula
Protection meets skin support
UV Clear is a hybrid sunscreen. Its active filters deliver the protection; its supporting ingredients make the formula more useful for daily facial wear.
01 · 9%
Mineral UV filter
Zinc oxide
A mineral sunscreen active that contributes UVA and UVB protection in the broad-spectrum system.
02 · 7.5%
Organic UV filter
Octinoxate
A chemical UVB filter that works alongside zinc oxide to create the finished SPF 46 protection system.
03 · 5%
Skin-supporting ingredient
Niacinamide
Vitamin B3 helps support a calmer-looking, more even complexion and is central to the formula's appeal for blemish-prone skin.
04 · Support
Hydration + antioxidant care
Hyaluronate & vitamin E
Sodium hyaluronate attracts moisture, while vitamin E helps support the formula's antioxidant profile and comfortable skin feel.
04 · The fit check
Who should choose UV Clear?
The best sunscreen is the one that matches both your skin and your day. UV Clear is strongest as a daily face formula—not as an all-purpose sport sunscreen.
Strong match
Choose it for everyday wear
- Acne-prone, combination or oily skin
- Sensitive or redness-prone skin
- A preference for fragrance-free skincare
- A lightweight sunscreen to wear under makeup
- Daily commuting, office days and normal outdoor exposure
Choose another formula
Switch when the day demands more
- Swimming, heavy sweating or outdoor sport
- A requirement for a 100% mineral sunscreen
- A dedicated beach-day or water-resistant product
- A visible cast concern that calls for a tinted option
EltaMD UV Sport is the more logical direction for water activity. Compare UV Clear tinted options when finish on your skin tone is the deciding factor.
05 · The daily ritual
How to use UV Clear well
A great sunscreen still depends on generous application and timely reapplication.
Finish skincare
Apply UV Clear after your morning skincare and before makeup.
Apply liberally
Cover the face and neck evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure.
Reapply
Reapply at least every two hours while exposed to the sun.
Switch for water
Use a water-resistant sunscreen when swimming or sweating.
Complete sun protection
Sunscreen is one part of a full sun-protection routine. Seek shade and use protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses when appropriate. Always follow the current product label.
Our daily SPF pick
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
$44 · 1.7 oz / 48 g
A compelling everyday sunscreen for skin prone to breakouts, oiliness, sensitivity or visible redness.
06 · Independent reading
UV Clear in the beauty press
Independent articles exploring the formula, its wearability and why dermatologists and editors repeatedly select it for sensitive, acne-prone and oily skin.
Vogue · 2026
The Best Facial Sunscreens You'll Actually Enjoy Wearing
UV Clear is Vogue's dermatologist-approved pick, with attention to its filters, finish and supporting ingredients.
→ NBC Select · 2026The Best Sunscreens for Sensitive Skin
A dermatologist-informed roundup naming UV Clear the best overall option for sensitive skin.
→ Men's Health · 2025Your Dermatologist's Favorite Sunscreen, Reviewed
A long-wear review covering protection, texture, cast, value and the lack of water resistance.
→ NBC Select · 2025Best Sunscreens for Acne-Prone Skin
UV Clear is the best-overall selection in an expert-led guide for breakout-prone skin.
→ Vogue · 2026Sunscreens for Oily Skin That Stay Shine-Free
A practical assessment of the invisible finish, non-comedogenic formula and possible pilling.
→ EltaMD · OfficialUV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
The manufacturer's product information, active ingredients, benefits and directions.
→These are independent editorial sources and the manufacturer's official page. They are not paid endorsements of Beauty Ambassade.
07 · Questions
Before your first bottle
Is UV Clear a mineral sunscreen?
It is a hybrid sunscreen, not a 100% mineral formula. The active sunscreen ingredients are 9% zinc oxide and 7.5% octinoxate.
How good is it, exactly?
Beauty Ambassade rates it 9.2 out of 10 for daily facial use. The score rewards broad-spectrum protection, acne-prone skin compatibility, wearability, formula support and independent editorial recognition. It is reduced because the product is not water-resistant. This is an editorial assessment, not a clinical rating.
Does it treat acne or rosacea?
No. UV Clear is a sunscreen formulated for skin that is prone to acne, visible redness or rosacea. It should not be presented as medication or as a treatment for either condition.
Will it leave a white cast?
The untinted formula is designed to blend in clearly, but finish can vary with skin tone, the amount applied and the products underneath. Anyone concerned about visible residue should compare the tinted UV Clear options before buying.
Is it water-resistant?
No. Choose a water-resistant sunscreen for swimming, heavy sweating, outdoor sport or beach days.
How should it be applied?
Apply liberally and evenly to the face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every two hours and follow the current directions on the product label.
Beauty Ambassade · West Palm Beach
A daily sunscreen is only good if you want to wear it
UV Clear earns our recommendation by making high daily facial protection feel unusually easy—without pretending to be the right sunscreen for every situation.
550 Okeechobee Blvd, Suite CU-3, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 · (561) 377-1049
Complimentary shipping and samples on online orders of $50 or more.
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