The Best Non-Greasy Sunscreen for Daily Use (That Still Works)

If the words “sunscreen” and “shine” bring back memories of sticky foreheads and mid-morning blotting, you’re not alone. One of the biggest reasons people skip SPF is that most sunscreens feel greasy—especially on oily or combination skin.

But skipping SPF? Not an option. So what’s the answer?

Meet The Routine’s SPF 40 Daily Gel—a non-greasy sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection and a mattifying finish designed for daily wear, even in hot and humid climates.

Why Most Sunscreens Feel Greasy

Traditional sunscreens were often:

• Designed for beach days, not everyday life

• Packed with occlusive ingredients that sit on the skin

• Made without oily or acne-prone skin in mind

• Heavy creams that don’t absorb properly, especially in warm weather

For anyone with oily skin, the result is usually more oil, more shine, and more breakouts.

What a Non-Greasy SPF Should Look Like

The best daily sunscreen for oily or combination skin should be:

• Lightweight

• Fast-absorbing

• Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores)

• Matte or natural finish

• Able to handle heat and humidity

And ideally, it should feel more like skincare than sunscreen.

Why The Routine Is the Non-Greasy SPF You’ve Been Waiting For

We created The Routine because we were tired of SPFs that made skin feel worse—not better. Developed and tested in Dubai’s extreme climate, it’s designed for oily skin, high temperatures, and real daily wear.

✅ Matte Finish That Lasts

Our gel formula leaves your skin smooth, fresh, and shine-free—even in the heat. No midday oil slicks, no greasy residue.

✅ Zero White Cast

The Routine blends effortlessly into all skin tones—perfect for everyday wear under makeup or on its own.

✅ Lightweight, Breathable Texture

You won’t feel it on your skin. It absorbs instantly and plays well with serums, moisturisers, and makeup.

✅ Breakout-Safe

Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and tested on acne-prone skin—it’s SPF that protects without triggering irritation.

Non-Greasy Doesn’t Mean Weak Protection

A lot of “light” or “matte” sunscreens sacrifice protection to feel better. Not us.

The Routine provides SPF 40 broad-spectrum protection—so you get high-performance UV defence without the heaviness.

✅ Want to see how it compares to other daily SPFs?
Read our full SPF guide here.

No Shine. No Breakouts. No Excuses.

Daily SPF doesn’t have to mean greasy skin. The Routine was built to give you invisible, mattifying sun protection—so you’ll actually want to wear it.