Fair & Lovely is a very good cream for oil control. I have used it for years and still using it for oil control on my nose, forehead, upper lip, chin and cheek areas which are very oily. It gives them a matte finish. I get freedom from looking stale and sticky. Moreover it has sunscreens in it which protect skin from the harsh rays of sun. My complexion has also improved by using it continuously. But it should NOT be used ON DRY SKIN as it controls oil. Even for parties, I apply this cream instead of any foundation cream.