# Acne SPF Skincare brands formulate sunscreens for people with acne-prone skin. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jul 12, 2022 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/acne-spf ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.2/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Acne SPF trend? **Acne SPF:** Since sunscreens tend to be the heaviest skincare product that consumers apply, they can cause blemishes in people who have acne-prone skin. Now, more brands are formulating sunscreens that don't clog pores and feature ingredients that help prevent acne. ## The consumer insight behind the Acne SPF trend The skincare industry in North America continues to innovate and create sophisticated formulas to treat the various skin concerns that consumers have. The popularity of the industry comes from consumers' growing desire to treat skin concerns and prioritize prevention, rather than simply covering up imperfections with makeup. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 17, 2021 to Aug 28, 2023 - Published: Jul 12, 2022 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Acne SPF trend ### Acne-safe Sunscreen More brands are formulating sunscreens that don't clog pores and feature ingredients that help prevent acne. ### Microbiome Skincare Collections There is an increasing demand for sophisticated formulas to treat skin concerns, which emphasizes prevention rather than simply covering up imperfections with makeup. ### Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Consumers are looking for quality skincare products without the hassle of visiting a doctor or going through telemedicine. ## What the Acne SPF trend means for industry ### For Beauty and Skincare The skincare industry continues to innovate and create sophisticated formulas to treat the various skin concerns that consumers have. ### For Health and Wellness There is a growing demand for products designed to promote wellness and prevent health issues. ### For E-commerce Online marketplaces offer consumers a convenient way to purchase skincare and other health products from the comfort of their homes. ## Workshop question How could your brand cater to its customers' more specific needs? ## Trend signals for Acne SPF Trend score 4.2 out of 10, from popularity 59%, activity 50%, freshness 17%. - Popularity: 59% - Activity: 50% - Freshness: 17% ## Examples of the Acne SPF trend 7 featured examples from Jun 17, 2021 to Aug 28, 2023. - [Illuminating Mineral Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-in-one-spf): This Two-in-One SPF Provides a Lightweight Daily Glow (Category: Fashion) Implication: Opportunities for brands to develop more innovative and multi-functional sunscreen products that balance sun protection with skin and environmental health. - [Microbiome Skincare Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-shield-skincare-collection): Hero Cosmetics Launches its Force Shield Skincare Collection (Category: Fashion) Implication: Indie beauty brands like Hero Cosmetics are disrupting the skincare industry by developing new lines that focus on microbiome-balancing and acne-friendly products. - [Acne-Prone Skin Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear-as-day-broad-spectrum-sunscreen-spf-46): The Clear as Day Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 46 Smooths Uneven Texture (Category: Fashion) Implication: The skincare industry must adapt and cater to the specific needs of people with acne-prone skin, offering solutions that provide sun protection without damaging their skin's textu… - [Dermatologist-Approved Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apostrophe-1): Apostrophe Brand Launches Its First Over-The-Counter Sunscreen (Category: Fashion) Implication: The desire for effective yet streamlined personal grooming products offers enormous potential for transforming the cosmetics industry with an emphasis on simplicity and high-quali… - [Acne-Safe SPF Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ciele): Ciele's Weightless Tinted Serum is Packed with Protective Benefits (Category: Fashion) Implication: The beauty and personal care industry can explore innovative ways to develop more clean, acne-safe and SPF-infused products. - [Tomato-Infused Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yesto): Yesto's Mineral Sunscreen Protects Blemish-Prone Skin (Category: Fashion) Implication: The growing trend for fruit-infused skincare products offers innovation opportunities for natural ingredient sourcing and formulation development within the skincare industry. - [Acne-Safe Sunscreen Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megashade-sunscreen-serum): ZitSticka's MEGASHADE Sunscreen Serum SPF 50 is Breakout-Proof (Category: Fashion) Implication: The skincare industry has an opportunity for disruption by introducing more innovative hybrid products, such as acne-safe sunscreen serums with additional skin-caring benefits. ## Recent trend clusters - [Small Luxuries](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/winter-beauty-sets) (Fashion) - [Anatomy Finishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/skeletal-sports-shoes) (Fashion) - [Protected Style](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/protected-style) (Fashion) - [Gentle Onboarding](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/beginner-skincare-products) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Holiday Character Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-character-clogs) - [Weatherproof Mid-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-mid-top-sneakers) - [Football Throwback Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-throwback-sneakers) - [Paisley-Shelled Collector Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisley-shelled-collector-sneakers) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)