Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen SPF 55 — Reddit Reviews
by Neutrogena
Updated August 18, 2026
Oil-free liquid sunscreen SPF 55 with matte finish favored by oily, acne-prone skin.
What the community says
This oil-free sunscreen features a lightweight liquid texture with a matte finish, designed for oily, acne-prone skin. It offers strong sun protection but may irritate sensitive skin and burn eyes easily, especially if used with active ingredients like retinol.
What this means for you
Backed by 24 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 3 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Lightweight, fluid texture absorbs quickly
- Matte finish reduces oily shine
- Formulated to minimize breakouts
Watch out for
- Can burn eyes and cause redness, especially near eye area
- Pils with some moisturizers or layering
- May irritate sensitive skin or with actives
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Real Reddit threads — 55 mentions across 24 threads
Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen SPF 55 on Reddit, in one place — 24 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 3 more, summarized.
“AM -neutrogena clear face sunscreen SPF 55+”
Positive
“neutrogena clear face sunscreen SPF 55+”
Positive
“AM”
Positive
“I’m currently using the Neutrogena Clear Face sunscreen and its the best I’ve had so far”
Positive
“no break outs, more minimal smell and dries down matte”
Positive
“but it burns my eyes like crazy”
Positive
“I use Neutrogena clear face spf 50.”
Positive
“I still haven’t found one that doesn’t burn when it gets in my eyes so I have to bring a sweat rag for those extra humid days.”
Positive
“My face is somewhat sensitive but it hasn’t caused me to break out.”
Positive
“Neutrogena Clear skin spf”
Cautionary
“chemical burn all over face that lead to acne”
Cautionary
“Neutrogena Clear Face SPF30 as sunscreen”
Mentioned
“The break out free line felt really greasy on my face but I honestly just got used to it.”
Mentioned
“I liked it because it worked for me and hasn't broken me out (oily, dehydrated, sensitive, and acne prone skin) so it's my safe go to.”
Mentioned
“I mix Neutrogena Clear Face oil free sunscreen SPF 50 with more Cetaphil Restoraderm moisturizer and put it on my face, neck, and chest.”
Positive
“Add more of that sunscreen as needed throughout the day!”
Positive
“That’s why I bring it with me and add more throughout the day :)”
Positive
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