La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Control Facial Sunscreen SPF 50, 1.7 oz — Non-Comedogenic with Azelaic Acid for Acne‑Prone & Sensitive

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Control SPF 50 is a lightweight, non-comedogenic facial sunscreen formulated with azelaic acid to soothe and protect acne-prone and rosacea-prone skin while blending invisibly into all skin tones.

Designed for daily sun protection without clogging pores, this Anthelios formula combines high-level broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection with Cell-Ox Shield® antioxidant technology and azelaic acid to support sensitive, reactive complexions. The fast-absorbing, barely-there texture avoids a white cast and leaves a natural, hydrated finish so you can wear it alone or under makeup. It’s oxybenzone-free and octinoxate-free, developed to meet the needs of people who want robust UV defense together with skin-soothing ingredients.

How does this sunscreen protect acne-prone or rosacea-prone skin?

The formulation provides broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection that guards against UVB and UVA exposure while incorporating antioxidant support to neutralize free radicals. Azelaic acid is included at a concentration intended to calm and reduce visible redness, and the overall product is non-comedogenic so it won’t block pores or encourage breakouts.

• Broad-spectrum SPF 50 filters for strong UV defense
• Cell-Ox Shield® antioxidants help counter environmental stressors
• Azelaic acid helps soothe and reduce visible redness
• Non-comedogenic formulation minimizes risk of pore congestion

Will it leave a white cast or feel greasy on darker skin tones?

The cream is specially formulated to blend into a range of skin tones without a detectable white residue. Its barely-there, fast-absorbing texture minimizes shine and produces a natural, hydrated finish rather than a greasy film, making it suitable for daily wear and layering under makeup.

• Sheer, invisible finish for a variety of skin tones
• Light, non-greasy texture absorbs quickly
• Works well as a primer under makeup
• Leaves a natural, hydrated appearance rather than matte over-drying

How should I use this product in my daily skin routine?

Apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine, after serums and moisturizers. Dispense an even layer across the face and neck and reapply every two hours while exposed to sunlight or after swimming, sweating, or towel drying to maintain SPF 50 coverage.

• Use daily as the last morning step, after moisturizer
• Apply generously to face and neck for full protection
• Reapply every 2 hours during sun exposure or after water contact
• Compatible with makeup application after absorption

Is this safe for sensitive skin and free of common reef-harming filters?

The formula avoids oxybenzone and octinoxate, ingredients often avoided for environmental and sensitivity reasons. It’s developed to be gentle on reactive complexions and is non-comedogenic, but patch testing is recommended for highly reactive skin or when combining with prescription topical treatments.

• Oxybenzone-free and octinoxate-free sunscreen base
• Designed for sensitive, acne-prone, and rosacea-prone skin
• Non-comedogenic to help reduce pore clogging
• Patch test when using with active prescription ingredients

Who is this for? La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Control SPF 50 is aimed at anyone seeking reliable, high-level facial sun protection who also needs a gentle, non-pore-clogging formula—particularly those with oily, acne-prone, or rosacea-prone skin. If you want a sunscreen that blends invisibly under makeup, contains soothing azelaic acid, and avoids oxybenzone and octinoxate, this 1.7 oz tube is formulated to fit into daily skincare routines while delivering SPF 50 defense.

Ingredients

WATER • GLYCERIN • C15-19 ALKANE • PROPANEDIOL • C12-22 ALKYL ACRYLATE/HYDROXYETHYLACRYLATE COPOLYMER • TOCOPHEROL • AZELAIC ACID • SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • SCLEROTIUM GUM • HYDROXYACETOPHENONE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE • GLYCERYL STEARATE • JOJOBA ESTERS • HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED WAX • HYDROXYPROPYL STARCH PHOSPHATE • TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE • PENTYLENE GLYCOL • DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE • CASSIA ALATA LEAF EXTRACT • MALTODEXTRIN • CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE • POLYGLYCERIN-3 • CITRIC ACID