Choosing the right sunscreen for your skin type is more than just picking a high SPF number — it’s about finding a formula that works with your unique skin needs. Whether your skin is oily, dry, sensitive, or a combination of all three, Black Girl Sunscreen has created dermatologist-recommended, residue-free SPF products tailored to your complexion. In this guide, we’ll help you explore the best sunscreen for your skin type so you can stay protected, nourished, and glowing—every day.
Choosing The Right Sunscreen For Your Skin Type
There are lots of different skin types including:
Normal
Dry
Oily
Combination – both oily and dry
Sensitive
Depending on your skin type, your skin may respond differently to certain ingredients and ointments including sunscreen. At Black Girl Sunscreen, we provide sunscreen formulas that are suitable for various skin types and tones. Below, we discuss which formulation is best for your skin type or desired goal!
For normal skin, Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
If you have a normal skin type, then our Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 is for you. This formula will protect your skin from the sun and also doubles as a moisturizing lotion.
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 dries completely clear so it’s perfect to use before any outdoor activity or even under your favorite makeup products. The best part about this sunscreen: People won’t be able to tell you are wearing sunscreen at all.
For oily skin, Make it Matte SPF 45
If you have oily skin, our Make It Matte SPF 45 will give your face the matte finish it’s looking for. Make It Matte is a lightweight, gel formula that protects against sun damage leaving no white residue and a matte finish This formula works for combination skin as well as it is infused with ingredients such as aloe, squalene, and shea butter that help moisturize, soothe and heal your skin.
For sensitive skin, Make it Hybrid SPF 50
If you have sensitive skin, then BGS Kids SPF 50 is for you. This hypoallergenic formula is an everyday SPF 50 moisturizing sunscreen lotion for your face and body. It soothes, moisturizes, protects, hydrates and heals your skin as it was formulated for kids’ sensitive skin. Best of all it’s free of fragrance, parabens, silicones, and aluminums.
Best Way To Choose A Sunscreen
The best way to choose a sunscreen is to consider your skin type and what protection you are looking for. A good rule of thumb is to choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF rating of at least 30.
You should also ensure that any sunscreen you choose is free of harmful ingredients. Our sunscreens are paraben, oxybenzone and octinoxate free. Black Girl Sunscreen prides itself in formulating sunscreens that are infused with key ingredients to help moisturize, soothe, and protect your skin.”
*Original blog source: https://www.blackgirlsunscreen.com/sunscreen-for-your-skin-type/
