This sun cream is literally a cream. It does not absorb very fast, if at all. It works best if you mix it into your moisturizer. Honestly, this would work best in the winter (in addition with other moisturizing skincare) or in the summer alone (without other moisturizing skincare). I have dry skin, but in 90-100 degree summer (Fahrenheit) weather, it is kind of heavy and leaves residue. I imagine, however, it would be ideal in the winter. This does not cause me to breakout (which is my #1 concern) as I have moderately acne-prone skin. I recommend this to dry skin people in the winter/or in dry/cold climates.