Skincare

7 Black-Owned Sunscreen Brands To Protect Your Melanin Magic

Because we all need to protect our melanin magic.

Published on July 19, 2021

African American woman in sun — Photo Credit: Wavebreakmedia

Summer is in full swing and we are all about that melanin glow. We also want to make sure you are taking care of your skin in all ways. And, that means reaching for some sunscreen. Yes, I know a whole bunch of us turned a side-eye to bad news about aerosol sunscreen last week because somebody has us believing we don’t need it. Lies!

Even though darker skin tones naturally have up to SPF 13 protection, we need a minimum of SPF 30 to fully protect us from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation. As much as the sun’s rays amp up our complexion, the harmful radiation mixed with environmental factors can lead to rough skin, skin damage, and even cancer. We are also more likely to experience fatal complications if we do battle cancer.

And for those of us who are worried about that white-cast residue — stop! We’ve pulled together a list of Black-owned offerings that serve double duty as moisturizers and sunscreens to help protect your skin and keep it glowing, happy and healthy. Swipe through to check out these must-haves that are actually invisible on darker skin tones.

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Stephenetta (isis) Harmon

Stephenetta Harmon is a Black beauty editor, curator, and digital media and communications expert who builds platforms to celebrate the power, impact, and business of Black beauty. Prior to founding Sadiaa Black Beauty Guide, she served as editor-in-chief for the MN Spokesman-Recorder and digital media director for Hype Hair. Find her at stephenetta.com.