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- July 4, 2022
Sunscreen picks women of color swear by
No more sunscreen hiccups.
Video by Will Linendoll, Alex Gilbeaux
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Why she loves it: Thankfully, this is no longer a stress-inducing question. Brands have really stepped up their formulations, making them more invisible and less paste-y. So, picking my favorite sunscreen actually isn’t all that easy — and that’s a great problem for women of color to have! Currently, Urban Skin RX Complexion Protection Moisturizer SPF 30 is in my skincare rotation because it hydrates and protects in one step. It applies seamlessly and doesn’t cause problems if I wear foundation over it. Women of color can wear this with confidence!
Her pick: Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Deepica Mutyala (@deepica) on May 3, 2019 at 5:55am PDT
Why she loves it: Finding a good sunscreen is tough for skin of color because it can often leave that white or gray cast. My favorite currently is the Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50+. I can wear it alone and a sun shield but also gives my skin glow or I can wear it under my makeup. Also, I love how convenient it is for travel. Stick beauty products make life so much easier on the go!
Her pick: Priori Tetra fx251 - Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Milly (@millyalmodovar) on Aug 22, 2016 at 6:14am PDT
Why she loves it: I'm super religious about sunscreen, and I'm obsessed with Priori Tetra fx251 - Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50. It blends beautifully on my skin and leaves me with a gorgeous healthy glow. I get so many compliments on my skin when I'm wearing just the sunscreen alone. Also, I recently started getting those screen time notifications on my phone, and since I work from home, it showed I spend way too much time in from of my phone. I can't even reveal how many hours because I'm so embarrassed. We now know that the blue light from our electrical devices is aging us as well, and guess what, this offers protection against blue light as well. I'm crazy about this product!
Her pick: CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Face Lotion with Sunscreen SPF 30
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Michelle Henry, MD FAAD (@drmichellehenry) on Feb 19, 2018 at 3:42pm PST
Why she loves it: It is light, very moisturizing and transparent on melanin-rich skin.
Her pick: Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton (@cyndiramirez) on Dec 6, 2018 at 12:48pm PST
Why she loves it: It's super silky and makes for a great base underneath any foundation or powders.
Her pick: Olay Sun Shine Protection SPF 35
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Danielle Gray (@stylenbeautydoc) on Jun 19, 2019 at 9:00am PDT
Why she loves it: I love this because it disappears into the skin, feels like nothing on and helps to curb shine through the day while also allowing your makeup to last longer. I tested this while on vacation in Tulum. This stuff is legit!
Her pick: Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Mabel Martinez (@msmabelmartinez) on Feb 4, 2019 at 7:11pm PST
Why she loves it: Last year, before my trip to Riviera Maya, Mexico, I discovered Supergoop's Unseen Sunscreen and I've been hooked ever since! I love it's lightweight, gel-like texture and it goes on clear, so it's perfect for all skin tones since it won't leave a white cast. I have oily/combination skin and this product is oil free and dries down to a matte finish. I used it every single day on my girl's trip and I never once got sunburned. My friends on the other hand, were out in the sun for the same amount of time I was and got sunburned, and yes, they were wearing sunscreen. I had them give Supergoop a try and they loved how it felt on the skin, it's Broad Spectrum SPF 40 claim, and said, \"It feels like nothing once you apply it.\" It protects from UVA/UVB rays and blue light, so that's a plus in my book. This sunscreen has become my everyday staple — goes well alone and under your makeup. It's definitely in my beach bag for all my trips!
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Editor's Note: This story originally posted on June 24, 2019.
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