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Black Girl, No White Cast
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items Black girl approved sunscreens. For Korean brand sunscreens, I suggest buying straight from the brand's website or off YesStyle as multiple samples of other products are also included. You can also get free samples and test products in store if there's a Korean beauty store near you. Be sure to use my code 4AFDCT when shopping on YesStyle for an extra 5% off!
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Sticks
Creams, Gels, Lotions, & Serums
Sticks
I've been loving this stick sunscreen for on the go application. I regularly use actives in my skincare, but hardly ever reapply my sunscreen. This is small enough to fit in my bag so I can reapply before heading into the sun. The shape perfectly fits the contours of the face, and the texture is light and leaves a natural matte finish. You can feel the hydration from the hyaluronic acid as it leaves your skin feeling cooled and refreshed. My only dislikes are that it easily falls out of the packaging and that it doesn't come in a larger size.
Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Airy Sun Stick
This was the first sunscreen stick I ever used. I like that I can quickly apply it without having to working to blend the product into my skin. It gives a slightly glowy finish, but nothing too bad. If you prefer a more natural/matte finish, I would opt for the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid stick.
Abib - Quick Sunstick Protection Bar
Creams, Gels, Lotions, & Serums
Just as good as the SPF 30, just more protection. Will take a little longer to blend in, but not much as the SPF 30 blends in immediately. A nice lotion. If your skin is feeling very dry you can layer it on top of another moisturizer with no probl...
AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50 - CeraVe
A lightweight, moisturizing sunscreen, that's also affordable. You can't go wrong with this. A great choice if you're unsure which of the other Missha sunscreens you'd like.
MISSHA - All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun SPF45 PA+++
If I were you I'd collect them all! I received samples of all of Missha's Sun Milk's and I was blown away. I can't really remember the key differences between them besides one is a little more matte, but the key takeaway is they are all milky in texture, incredibly lightweight, and sin...
All-around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+
Another lotion like sunscreen. It's not greasy, but it does give a slight moisturized glow. I've been using it every morning this summer and thankfully it doesn't have my combo/oily skin looking too glowy. It can definitely double as your regular ...
Fragrance Free Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 - Black Girl Sunscreen
If I were you I'd collect them all! I received samples of all of Missha's Sun Milk's and I was blown away. I can't really remember the key differences between them besides one is a little more matte, but the key takeaway is they are all milky in text...
All-Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++
I was thoroughly impressed by this sunscreen! It definitely competes with the K-beauty brands. The somewhat whipped texture feels and applies just like a lotion. It's moisturizing without being greasy and leaves skin soft. The needle-nose applicator makes it easy to apply using the 2-finger method. I used it during a 2-day weekend trip to Disneyland, weather in the 80s, dripping sweat, and not once did it break this acne-prone girly out!
Daily Organic Sunscreen for Face & Body
A very basic sunscreen moisturizer. Good by itself, but if you need added moisture you can use another lotion underneath. My dermatologist gives this to me when I'm using strong actives since it shouldn't irritate my skin any further. It feels good on my skin, like a basic lotion.
AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 - CeraVe
If I were you I'd collect them all! I received samples of all of Missha's Sun Milk's and I was blown away. I can't really remember the key differences between them besides one is a little more matte, but the key takeaway is they are all milky in text...
MISSHA - All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX
I've used tinted mineral sunscreens in the past that have been a mess. They feel heavy on the skin and like they're going to break me out. This is not those. While it's not the most super lightweight, it doesn't feel uncomfortable. In fact, it has encapsulated retinol, so it actually improves your skin while wearing it. It does look shocking when I apply it at first, but it does blend out. It definitely looks better if I top it with a tinted setting powder. I'm not sure how it will blend out on anyone darker than me (450 Fenty). It does give a glowy finish, so that plus my oily skin means it doesn't last all day. I do get a good amount of wear time if I prime and be sure to set well.
4-in-1 Skin Tint Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 - PÜR
So lightweight and fast absorbing. Feels like a milky serum or light lotion. Can get away with skipping moisturizer unless you have dry skin or know that the weather is drier that day. Has a dewy finish, but doesn't have me looking greasy at the end of the day. Reef safe!
SKIN 1004 - Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
This gel like sunscreen isn't necessarily matte, but it's not as glowy compared to the brand's other lotion sunscreens. I think the intensity of the “matte”ness depends on the moisturizer you use underneath. While I can use the other Black Girl Sunscreens as both my moisturizer and sunscreen steps, I definitely need a moisturizer under the Make it Matte…and my current moisturizer is a bit on the dewy side. While it does't immediately give matte, I am matte by midday instead of glowy all day.
Make It Matte Sunscreen - SPF 45 - Black Girl Sunscreen