20 Best Sunscreen For African American Skin (Feb 2023 Update)

I have malasma on my face, so I have to wear sunblock everyday/all day to prevent the dark spots from getting worse. To make matters worse, the most effective sunblock for malasma is zinc based or physical sunblock which leave a chalky white residue when applied. Furthermore I am acne prone. I was really struggling to find a sunblock I felt comfortable wearing to work and in public. When I discovered Amavara I almost cried. The product looks great on my skin – even providing a good amount of concealer for my skin spots. I have been using for months, applying multiple times a day and have not had a breakout. It is natural, unscented, reef and human safe. It has changed my life and made it easier to live with malasma. Be aware – as with any zinc based sunblock, if you are sweating a lot the sweat will bead up on your face. It doesn't impact the effectiveness. Just dab away with a tissue or something. Also – it will stain the inside of your face masks.Jessica

Don’t sleep on this sunscreen. Been using this for almost 2 years and I hope they never stop selling it. Not the typical sunscreen. This has a thick consistency, takes a little rubbing in but once it’s on it sticks to your face and makes your pores look flawless. I have oily, acne prone skin, and my sister has dry, eczema prone skin and we both use this sunscreen ONLY. Have not worn foundation since using this. It works beautiful under concealers and powder also. Buy this sunscreen!!! (Don’t worry about the tint, I’ve used it on my darker complexion fiancé, and my very very light sister and it really barely has a tint at all, love it)Syd

I am 24 year olds and I have dealt with mild, moderate, and severe acne since I was 11 years old! (Sometimes it’s good, sometimes it’s awful) So as you could imagine, I have tried everything under the sun. My biggest issue has always been sunscreens!! Sunscreens are one of my biggest sensitivities, and have caused SEVERE acne (for months 🙁 ) when they irritate me. I have tried so many different physical sunscreens, chemical sunscreens that state “non comedogenicâ€� blah blah, from La Roche Posay, Elta MD, etc. But… I never found one I was in love with. They would either be too gritty, too drying, too white, too greasy, etc. I took a chance with Amavara after seeing an Instagram AD. I saw that their sunscreens were safe for environment, and their ingredient list was sensitive skin friendly. After 2 weeks of having my sunscreen, wearing it every single day, I will tell you.. I FINALLY FOUND MY FAVORITE EVERY DAY SUNSCREEN EVER. This sunscreen matches all skin tones, creates such a pretty base for makeup (or not) and it does NOT break me out. Funnily enough, my skin has been even BETTER after using this sunscreen religiously. I LOVE IT. I love it so much that I got both of my sisters to buy it also!! They also loooove it. One of my sister has moderate eczema, and she was so impressed with this sunscreen she was texting me all day about how amazing her face looks from just the natural texture the product. That’s how good this stuff is! Whether you have oily skin, sensitive skin, eczema, this is the sunscreen for you. Do not worry about the tint, it truly blends in to your skin perfectly. I love this!!! If you’re hesitant, take the plunge and buy it!! Thank you Amavara, this is the best product everrrrr <3Sydney W.

So this was my first time purchasing this specific kind of sunscreen from Bare Republic. I normally use the regular one that isn’t clear. Not a fan of the feel of the sunscreen. It has like little beads or something in it and feels weird as your putting it on. My kids didn’t like it. It does dry clear so that is accurate. It doesn’t smell like mango to me but that isn’t a big deal. It’s the ingredients that I’m not a big fan of. It’s not as clean as I thought it was. I much prefer their regular sunscreen. I wouldn’t buy again or recommend it if you care about what’s in your sunscreen. My kids are using it today so I will update later to share how it worked. *it did seem to work as they did not get sunburnt. They didn’t stay out long so we did not need to reapply.lani.d

Disclosure: I received a sample of this product from Poshly for free in exchange for a fair and honest review. I ended up using this product twice this weekend and loved it. The first thing I noticed was the scent. It has a nice scent to it and I really enjoyed that it is not an overpowering scent and that it doesn't smell like coconut since most other sunscreens do. It came out in a light mist, so I didn't have to worry about it going on too thickly and not being able to absorb. After I sprayed it on, I didn't really even notice it was there because it wasn't greasy. While wearing this product I was working in my garden and appreciated that the dirt, mud, etc. wasn't clinging to the sunscreen as I worked. After I was done outside I took a shower and had no issue with the water repelling off my skin due to the remaining sunscreen. It also didn't leave any residue on my clothing. Finally, while wearing this product in direct sunlight for two hours, I have no signs of a sunburn or redness on my skin. I recommend this product and will continue using it in the future.Dream W.

I am going to Hawaii so I went to Target to get reef safe/friendly sunscreen. I looked at all the different options and I bought 4 different kinds. This Bare sunscreen leaves no white residue/white cast, it’s Hawaii reef compliant, water resistant AND it’s 100 spf! I definitely like this one the best. I also tried the Target brand Up&Up mineral 50spf, Neutrogena Sheer Mineral 50spf, and Coppertone Pure&Simple Kids mineral 50spf. Those all had white residue probably due to the zinc/minerals. Target only had the Bare Face but not the Body, I would love to try the Bare Body Clearscreen in the future as well!April G.

So this was my first time purchasing this specific kind of sunscreen from Bare Republic. I normally use the regular one that isn’t clear. Not a fan of the feel of the sunscreen. It has like little beads or something in it and feels weird as your putting it on. My kids didn’t like it. It does dry clear so that is accurate. It doesn’t smell like mango to me but that isn’t a big deal. It’s the ingredients that I’m not a big fan of. It’s not as clean as I thought it was. I much prefer their regular sunscreen. I wouldn’t buy again or recommend it if you care about what’s in your sunscreen. My kids are using it today so I will update later to share how it worked. *it did seem to work as they did not get sunburnt. They didn’t stay out long so we did not need to reapply.lani.d

Disclosure: I received a sample of this product from Poshly for free in exchange for a fair and honest review. I ended up using this product twice this weekend and loved it. The first thing I noticed was the scent. It has a nice scent to it and I really enjoyed that it is not an overpowering scent and that it doesn't smell like coconut since most other sunscreens do. It came out in a light mist, so I didn't have to worry about it going on too thickly and not being able to absorb. After I sprayed it on, I didn't really even notice it was there because it wasn't greasy. While wearing this product I was working in my garden and appreciated that the dirt, mud, etc. wasn't clinging to the sunscreen as I worked. After I was done outside I took a shower and had no issue with the water repelling off my skin due to the remaining sunscreen. It also didn't leave any residue on my clothing. Finally, while wearing this product in direct sunlight for two hours, I have no signs of a sunburn or redness on my skin. I recommend this product and will continue using it in the future.Dream W.

I am going to Hawaii so I went to Target to get reef safe/friendly sunscreen. I looked at all the different options and I bought 4 different kinds. This Bare sunscreen leaves no white residue/white cast, it’s Hawaii reef compliant, water resistant AND it’s 100 spf! I definitely like this one the best. I also tried the Target brand Up&Up mineral 50spf, Neutrogena Sheer Mineral 50spf, and Coppertone Pure&Simple Kids mineral 50spf. Those all had white residue probably due to the zinc/minerals. Target only had the Bare Face but not the Body, I would love to try the Bare Body Clearscreen in the future as well!April G.

I received this product for free from Skin1004 and Shopify in return for my honest opinion. I like this product. It is very light, yet creamy and soothing. It did not leave a white overcast; but I have very fair skin, even for a white person, enough that people have called me "Casper the Friendly Ghost" and made reference to the scene in the movie, "Mean Girls" where the popular girls ask the new girl (played by Lindsey Lohan), "If you are from Africa, why are you white?" and another popular girl responds with, "Karen! You can't just go around asking people why they are White!" My husband likes how it makes my skin glow and that it has a very light fragrance. This Korean suncream is also FREE of Oxybenzone and Octinosate, which are known to harm coral reefs and other marine ecosystems. The packaging is very nice, but it took several pumps to get the cream out of the pump tube.kristin .w

💦 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++ 💦 The Skin1004 Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Serum is a lightweight, lotion-based serum that comes suitably packaged in a slim 1.69oz poly plastic pump. This sun serum not only hydrates the skin with its serum-like moisture, but also protects the skin while making the skin firm and dewy. Hyalu-Cica Sun Serum creates nonwhite cast, dry patches or stiffness, instead helps to moisturize you skin, while prevent UV rays. It has a light, airy texture that won’t leave behind any stickiness. This non-nano chemical based sun screen not only blocks UV rays, but also hydrates the skin leaving it with a moisturized dewy finish. 🗝 Key Ingredients : * Niacinamide – regulates oil production and brightens and improves marks of skin troubles and freckles. Also has anti-acne benefits. * Sodium Hyaluronate, Coptic Chinensis Root Extract, Cocoa Extract – for cooling down skin and double moisturizes deep inside and surface of the skin. ✨ My experience ✨ This sun serum is unscented, lightweight and non greasy and it has a unique combination of Centella Asiatica Extract and Hyaluronic Acids which simultaneously heal and hydrate the skin. It spreads well on the skin, absorbs quickly and leaves no greasy residue behind. I’ve been testing it during the heatwave that we are currently experiencing in NY and it hasn’t let me down, The high SPF of 50 has enabled me to stay out longer and not suffer any heat burns. I totally recommend this sun serum. Rating : 4.5/5 Will Purchase Again : YES I was gifted these products by @go.picky and @skin1004official in exchange for my honest review.sonia.s

💦 SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Set 💦 Skin1004 believes that only the purest cleanest raw ingredients should touch the skin. Happy to finally get to try this brand. Thank you @go.picky and @skin1004official for sending these products to review! I have to say I love the brand’s packaging!💙 🌤 MADAGASCAR CENTELLA Hyalu-Cica Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++ Now this is a different story from the sleep pack! I am floored extremely impressed by this sunscreen and on my book this is the same level as my holy grail BOJ! It has everything I want in a sunscreen — applies like a moisturizer, absorbs well, no eye/face sting, ZERO whitecast and no sticky or tacky feeling. Reapplication was a breeze too and did not cause any pilling. Will def purchase this once I’m out. Please note that I have dry skin and I like the added hydration this gave me. For oily skin, see if you need to skip your moisturizer when using this. 💯 a WIN for me! 😍🏆 ❤️ What have you tried from SKIN1004? _________ *PR/Gifted #pickyreview #gopicky #SKIN1004picky #pickygiveaway #poshlife40reviewsmarsh.a

This sunscreen does pill if I do skincare AND makeup. I have eczema, so I usually have a hydration/moisturizing-heavy routine, but I waited about 5 minutes after my skincare to let my products soak in before carefully applying the proper amount of sunscreen to my face (2-3 finger lengths worth) and it did not pill; however, I did apply makeup after and the sunscreen did not agree with my foundation (Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk) at all and immediately started pilling. I still frequently use the sunscreen, though mostly on bare skin or a long while after my skincare routine, and it works well this way. It is a chemical sunscreen, so there is no white cast. It is lightweight and is pleasant to wear on my hands as well, which is a problem area for me with other heavier/stickier/filmy sunscreens. I would buy again.Cynthia

I'm giving it 4 stars since it's only been about a week and I like it so far. It's not greasy, absorbs pretty well, and doesn't give me any irritation. I use this as the last step of my daytime skincare routine which includes: 1. Then I Met You double cleanse 2. Good Molecules Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Toner (AHA) 3. Dear Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Serum 4. Supergoop! City Serum I haven't spent a lot of time in the sun, but again, I like the product so far. I've never been a daily sunscreen wearer, but now that I use an AHA toner I need to protect my skin.Jade L.

I really loved this formula initially. It was the smoothest non-greasy formula I have found and I was hooked. After several uses I started having dry flaking around my chin and mouth. It took me a while to realize it was the sunscreen causing it. If I stopped using it, the issue resolved. If I used it again, sure enough, the next day is have a good patch of dry flaky skin that would take days to resolve. Use with caution if your skin tends to the drier side, or is sensitive.Lauren

I like the size of this bottle for the price, you get a lot of product enough definitely to use liberally on your face and neck and shoulders. I may just start using this for my body. It doesn't soak into the skin well, it just sits on top and makes you feel sticky or sweaty. After about an hour the finish is good and dewy, but I doubt this would be good for someone with darker skin, I am very fair and it gives me a white cast. Also would not be good for someone with oily skin it makes my skin look very dewy which I like but I am sure would be too much for someone with oilier skin.Jessica

I love the iS Clinical products. I do like this product too, however, I was hoping to use this on my face. I have very sensitive skin on my face. This product was a little to heavy on my face. It could be that I didn’t wash it off properly. Either case, I only took one star away (it would have been 1/2 because this is more of a case of a one off for me. All the other products in this line I’ve used have been excellent.Nora888

I love this brand for sunscreens and also their body lotion. Their face fluid spf is fantastic and this is just as good but a bit more of a cream. It is slightly shiny on the face but after it soaks in and I apply my make up over the top I’m just left with a nicely moisturised face with a lovely glow. Even better that’s is so reasonably priced. I wouldn’t but any other brand of sunscreen and always buy it here as free delivery and excellent customer service.Elizabeth W

I'm actually reviewing the Altruist Dermatologist Face Fluid SPF 50 5* but unfortunately it wasn't an option on it's own that I could pick to review. I have never used a facial specific sunscreen, or any sunscreen on s daily basis. The facial fluid is very lightweight and while I probably don't put enough on I would struggle to rub anymore onto my skin! I normally put 1-2 fingers worth of fluid on and that more than covers my whole face. It does have a white cast initially but once it's all rubbed in properly, wow it leaves you looking glowy af, in a good way! It feels very hydrating and I would be happy to continue using the product and would consider trying other things from the range, although it is a bit more expensive than I would usually pay for sun products.jodie .t

I was pleasantly surprised by the formula, it feels very similar to a normal moisturiser and not like the usually heavy, sticky sunscreens. I used it on my face few times and it works well under makeup. I cannot comment on the white cast as i have fair skin, but it absorbed well into the skin. It protected my arms from my usual sun allergy, but the temperature was under 30celsius, the real test will be the temperature goes over 30. However, for some reason it didn’t protect my chest where I had a serious sun allergy.Anonymous

Goes on easily, spreads well. Stays on well. Nice hint of neutral color similar to a tinted moisturizer. Slight shiny/dewy finish, similar to other sunscreen finishes. Did not cause my sensitive skin to break out. Wore it for a week in Hawaii in very humid conditions. Spent time working outside, sightseeing, hiking and swimming at the beach. Stayed on all day with exception of time in the ocean-substituted regular sunscreen and reapplied frequently. No sunburn or melasma at the end of the week.Texas Deb

This is a really great tinted sunscreen. I wouldn’t apply it every 2 hours like suggested for sunscreens however this is my new daily go to foundation/moisturizer and sunscreen all in one. I love it! The texture has a nice creamy feel to it that soaks into my skin and doesn’t just sit on it or build up. I am 47 and my skin is showing signs of aging. Make up seems to just make all the little signs of aging even worse! With this, it soaks into my skin moisturizing it and leaving a nice tint that compliments my skin well. I don’t get any lines cakiness or residue from it like regular foundations. I love that it is specifically made for my face! EltaMD UV Restore is a 100% mineral sunscreen that claims to improve sun-damaged skin. It contains Squalane, Ginger Root Extract and Saccharide Isomerate which helps with skin smoothness, minimizes dark spots and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also contains antioxidants and protects your skin from UV light and free radicals. Does it do all of this, I can’t say for sure but so far, I am seeing more positive results than negative (actually no negative) so I will continue using this product. Honestly, I haven’t seen any negative results. Not even any breakouts which is unusual for me. In summary, I do recommend EltaMD UV Restore for all women young and old. It is never too early to start protecting your face and skin from the sun and all of the other environmental hazards we face today. Especially with all of the UV light we are exposed to today. I’m very happy to discover this product!Momming with Grace

I really enjoy this formula but I have a few caveats with it. I find it to be gentle and nonirritating on my dry, sensitive skin. The ginger root extract does tingle when first applied but the sensation subsides. It is a fragrance-free formula which I really like (you can kind of smell the ginger root extract at first but it is not noticeable). When reading the reviews of this SPF, I noticed many people mentioning the white cast. I have a lightly pigmented skin tone so I decided to purchase the tinted version in case I needed to mix the two together. It was quite an investment, but I am satisfied with the way the sunscreen looks mixed together. The regular version alone creates too much of a white cast on my complexion. But when used in conjunction with the Tinted version, I find it to look more natural (3 pumps tinted and 1 pump regular covers my face, neck, and hands). When first applied, it does look a little shiny but since my skin is so dry the shininess does not last long and I normally apply the EltaMD Face & Body lotion on top. I do not use foundation or other makeup so I am unsure of how it may react to other products. But in my experience, the texture and application is great and a little product goes a long way. I appreciate this SPF doesn't have Hyaluronic Acid and I think it is a great option for people with sensitivities.Anonymous

The product comes out quite thick but is a bit greasy to apply and spreads thinly so only need a bit to cover an area, unless you layer. On my south asian/brown (Fitzpatrick 4) skin tone it does leave a slight white caste, especially when applied to the face. The caste does reduce abit after 10min, but is still there and leaves a slight purple-ish tone. It also settles in lines such as on the neck and smile lines, and be careful not to get any near your eyebrows or it looks a mess! It is fine to wear this sunscreen at home or in the garden, but I wouldnt go out in public with this on my face. On the body e.g. hands it is abit better and the caste (although still there) is less noticeable. I won't repurchase as there are better options out there .iHerb Customer

My sunscreen I use must have a high zinc for protect my face skin from UVA-UVB. In iherb, only two of brand contain a high zinc, this one and Copertone. I use them interchangeably. Zinc sunscreens usually don't have PA. I had to find a sunscreen that high Pa++++ for used together because my country is so hot. Sunscreen is indispensable before leaving the house every time. I don't want my face to have premature wrinkles because the sun has reduced my collagen. I have been using sunscreen since childhood. Now that I'm 38 years old, my skin has almost no wrinkles.iHerb Customer

This sunscreen is super easy to apply to my kids, though it has a weird smell to it. I wish it had a natural scent additive to it. I like that it doesn't leave my hands or the kids all oily or sticky like a lot of other brands. With it being spf50 I don't have to worry about my fair skin children getting burnt in the sun and I can also use it on myself on my sensitive skin areas (face and neck). I wish the coverage lasted longer than 80 minutes because with 3 children applying lotion multiple times in such frequent increments is time consuming.Brea_33

Biore UV Watery Essence SPF50 PA++++ is a chemical sunscreen that has a light-weight feeling yet it effectively protects from strong UV rays. This Japanese sunscreen features UV blocking ingredients such as water capsules which when applied to the skin create a pleasant, watery veil. And with the micro-defense formula it ensures full and even coverage down to micro level crevices. I like how this isn’t think like most facial sunscreens. It’s lightweight with a consistency of a gel-like serum. It does have some slip though. It absorbs fast and I had no issue of a white cast or stickiness being left behind. Despite this being waterproof it actually washes off quite well. It’s a higher SPF than most so it’s slightly more effective at blocking damaging free radicals and preventing premature aging. My biggest con is that alcohol is the second ingredient. And you can definitely smell it upon opening. I would recommend this to those who hate the heavy feeling of sunscreen on their face and those who have oily/combination skin. PROS: – Lightweight Gel-Like Serum – Goes on smoothly and leaves no white cast – Non greasy – Slightly hydrating – Wears well under makeup – Blurs lines and smooths out skin – Doesn’t leave a stickiness behind – Can be used as a primer CONS: – Contains Alcohol, Sulfates, Ethanolamines – Scent – Contains siliconecourtney.h

I tried this sunscreen on my search for a new favorite as this one is well liked. I really like that it is an essence/serum like texture as opposed to be in creamy/thicker/extra moisturizing. My face always breaks out with anything that is extra moisturizing, creamy or thick. Alcohol is high on the list of ingredients, and I have found that as long as I carefully apply the product surprisingly it does not make my eyes sting, water or burn. Whereas with many other sunscreens this tends to happen. I have gone to our local pool on several instances while wearing this sunscreen and anytime my face gets wet the product does run into my eyes causing them to water and burn. I have always waited at least 30 minutes or more before swimming. This seems like it would be a really great sunscreen for some.Krista

Most sunscreens have a greasy heavy feel on the skin. SOLRX goes on smoothly and lightly – I have fair skin and wear sunscreen everyday – so good to find a product that works well under make-up.jmarsh2666

I cannot live without this. I am a redhead and growing up there was nothing I hated more than sunscreen. Not only was it sticky, but is smelled very distinctly like sunscreen and I was always the kid made fun of for the white streaks or cast all over my skin. I hated sunscreen. When I started researching anti-aging and skin care regimens as an adult, and everything told me to wear sunscreen everyday, I cringed. But, the thought of wrinkles made me cringe more. I tried a lot of different facial SPFs. Then I found Supergoop!. I never want to stop using this product. It does not smell like anything (including sunscreen). It is not sticky when you put the right amount on. It is completely invisible and it is so hydrating without clogging pores (adult acne struggle is real!). This entire brand has a solution for every need that a fair redhead who despises traditional sunscreen could need. I am so in love with my daily SPF, I never miss it. I like to pair this with the Daily Dose – I do find that to be tacky, but once this is layered over it, the tacky goes away within minutes. Please make the Jumbo a permeant product!Ashley M.

I was really reluctant to try this sunscreen to be honest, and mainly for the name “super goop”. To me that sounds like the sunscreen was going to be gooey and thick, and if you throw in the word “glow screen” I thought for sure I would be walking around like a disco ball. The consistency of the product itself is quite opposite of what I thought. i only apply a small amount because a little goes a long way. The consistency is thin enough to smooth onto my face and settles into the perfect finish. I’m on day two of trying this sunscreen because I’m wearing it with different products. Yesterday I tried under my full coverage makeup and no greasy face so yeah! This morning I tried it with some bronzing drops to add some color and again the consistency is gorgeous. Overall, I feel like this is a great product, especially for us oily face combination skin peeps, I’m really impressed. I also heard it goes great when mixed with tinted moisturizers so I will try that next. If I wear this sunscreen alone without makeup I may dab some powder in my t-zone for extra reassurance but I will try that next.joy.w

This is probably one of my favorite sunscreens I've ever tried! I've tried buying other sunscreens, mineral ones that "don't leave a white cast" and cheaper chemical options, and I just purchased this sunscreen for the fourth time. I also come back to this because it's a reliable choice and have had no problems. I'm Southeast Asian with a skin tone that's on the lighter side of the medium/tan range, so if I wear a 100% mineral sunscreen, my skin is light enough that it blends in but also dark enough for someone to tell that my skin tone looks off (sort of like a white cool-toned tint to my warm skin?). In other words, I just look a bit paler than usual and it looks unnatural. With this sunscreen, I don't have to think about if you can see it on my skin or if it's not blended. I usually put on more sunscreen than suggested (just to be safe), and this glides on extremely easily over my skin ( and I also didn't notice any scent/an unpleasant chemical smell). It is a bit slippery (no oils are in this, just silicones), but your skin will feel soft after rubbing it in. Speaking of which, you don't need to put in a lot of effort to apply! I had recently gotten jaw surgery and had switched to a different sunscreen (chemical, but had a white color that disappeared after rubbing in). I had incisions on the left and right side of my bottom jaw, which sunscreen would be necessary to prevent scarring, and I found that I had trouble rubbing in my sunscreen (walking into harsh lighting, I'd see white along the sides of my jaw from not blending well enough). I switched to this instead and had no problem, nor did I have to worry about having any weird coloring. The finish is a soft matte, almost similar to the Fenty Pro Filter Instant Retouch Primer. Overall, if you want an SPF that you would enjoy applying and wouldn't have to worry about looking weird or greasy, this is perfect!GeeklyChic519

No cast if rubbed in well. Does leave a little if just applied without rubbing in. Feels like ur not wearing it even when putting on recommend amount. Does wear well with most foundations but can cause a little residue depending. I use little amount of covergirl milk. It is pretty scentless and can sting the eyes a little if sweating but over all its my fav for face so far. It's not too expensive and goes a long way. I haven't burned with this at all and I believe it's one of the better choices. I've not had any reaction and I have combination skin. I'd definitely repurchasemary.d

Can be worn under makeup. No white cast, no oily sheen or pilling under makeup. I used this every day for 10 years. However, there are much better sunscreens with better formulations nowadays. Asian sunscreens are much more cosmetically elegant and much lighter on the skin, with technology allowing them to adhere to skin better. There are also new mineral sunscreens that no longer leave a white cast. But if you're in a pinch or your favorite sunscreen has run out, this Neutrogena sunscreen is readily available everywhere, and it will do. Better than no sunscreen, at all!z.q

At first, this was my holy grail sunscreen. It doesn’t sting your eyes, nor does it have a white cast. I’ve used this for about 2-3 months until I realized that it’s been making my face look dry instead of glowy like I wanted. If you have dry skin, this may not be the right sunscreen for you, but if you have oily skin, this does a great job at minimizing any oil. Aside from that, I noticed that the product in my bottle became super liquidy and separated into a white liquid and an oil. I know sunscreen is supposed to separate at times, but even when I shake my bottle, it won’t mix together. This may be a sign I have to throw it out, so be aware of this possibly happening.Shelby

I originally tried this out after having a reaction to the cult favorite UV Clear–I think my skin disagrees with the niacinimide in that formulation. Anyway, I was happy with the quality of EltaMD, but looking for something more moisturizing for my combination/dry skin and I found it in UV Facial. This is an incredibly moisturizing and rich formula that does not leave a white cast on my pale skin. It will leave an ever so slight shine on your face, which translates to a glow on my skin, so if you are oily or prefer a completely matte look then this product probably isn't for you. I find it wears lovely under my foundation–something that can be a challenge with sunscreens. I love this formula so much but had to knock a star off because of the use of chemical filters. If this sunscreen was purely physical it would be a 5/5 holy grail formulation. I keep testing out all-mineral sunscreens and always come back to this one. If you are on the drier side and don't mind a chemical sunscreen, try this out!roshni.p

I use this as my daily sunscreen! Honestly I haven’t had a lot of luck with many sunscreens because of white-cast, oiliness, etc, but this one has been the best formula of the ones I’ve tried in the past. It’s a lightweight formula but you can definitely feel it on your face for the first 20 minutes after applying. It definitely protects your skin and it feels like a clean product, and not too heavy. It has a slight white-cast that goes away after a minute of rubbing in. My only downsides are that it leaves an oily/glossy finish (which I personally dislike) and that it pills with other products. The gloss isn’t terrible, you can certainly cover it up with some powder, but not too bad alone. It definitely can pill so I have opted out from using it with makeup or serums. I keep my morning skincare routine very minimal (just wash and moisturize) so that this sunscreen will not pill. I’ve had it pill before with the cerave vitamin c serum. But it definitely works overall so 4 stars 🙂alexis.f

I have literally tried over 20 sunscreens. Finding one that checks all the boxes ingredient wise and that had a nice finish is nearly impossible. Actually, this is the only sunscreen that has met all my criteria. It also makes my skin look and feel amazing. I have acne prone skin, I’m combo oily, I don’t like feeling anything on my face, and I enjoy makeup. I’m also on a retinoid. I have been using this sunscreen for over a year, and continue to come back to it when I go exploring to see if there’s something better. So far, there isn’t! The finish is natural. It’s not too shiny and not too matte. It literally just makes my skin look healthy and moisturized but not oily at all. There is absolutely no white cast. It does not pill under any makeup I’ve tried. It layers up beautifully. I’ve reapplied 3 times in a day and it manages to stay silky and not cakey on my skin. It does have a very mild, pleasant scent- which is great because I hate fragrances in products or ones that smell naturally of battery acid. It does not sting around my eyes AT ALL. It also has the added benefits of improving my skin texture and look of my complexion. Though it doesn’t add coverage, per say, I can go without my powder foundation when wearing this. Even my husband who hates wearing anything on his face and has a medium deep complexion loves this sunscreen. It’s the only one he will wear! I will continue to repurchase 🙂FairlySkinAddicited

I'm definitely going to use it up, but might look into other tinted options before repurchasing. It doesn't irritate my sensitive skin and blends in quite nicely with my medium to fair skin. My reason for not giving five stars is that it's a little bit grainy for my taste, but literally no other problems with this product.Maya

This is a great product for giving you a little bit of color whenever you’re out and about and don’t feel like wearing a full face of make up. It does need to be reapplied every 80 minutes which is not a big deal however on the face it’s self it can start to get a little bit heavy if you’re wearing it consistently day in and day out. I definitely would recommend this for baht to use consistently however I would probably substitute out a different product on your face every few days to prevent clogging pores.crystal.c

Staple piece if you are on a cruise or visiting Florida. It is the first sunscreen that has not burned my face or caused me to break out. It is a thicker consistency than I am use to, however it gets the job done. It is also, a much healthier option out of all the sunscreens on the market for both you our environment.sydney.e

I bought this thinking it was the tinted version. Decided to give it a shot because there was practically nothing in stock in stores. The texture seems rich and not as chalky as some SPFs for the face, but even mixing it with a very fluid foundation that is about 3 to 4 shades darker than my skin (I'm a MUA with ton of products to make this one work for me), I still have a pinky – Gray cast on my skin that I can't get rid of no matter what. To put things into perspective, my skin is fair to medium with a yellow. If we were talking Mac products, I'm a C3/NC25-30 range. The texture is very creamy and feels rich and nice on the skin, but perhaps a bit heavy for summer where I typically just layer different serums to give my skin the look and light hydration it needs.Cat

I've been trying to love this sunscreen the past couple of weeks, and I just can't. I have acne-prone skin and I don't think it's causing me breakouts but my goodness it looks awful on the skin. I put the smallest amount that I can even though I know it probably isn't effective because of how white it makes my skin. The first time I used it, I wasn't looking in the mirror, but when I did, I jumped! It looked like I was wearing a clay mask because of how white and thick it looked. I tried wiping some off but I was still super white. I get it that it's a physical sunscreen, but holy I have never had a physical sunscreen stay that white on me. It also just sits on the skin on drier areas of my face, pills up under make-up, and makes it look cakey. Back on the hunt I go, super saddened and disappointed. I'm still going to use it when I'm sitting at home though so I don't waste it.melissa44

Neutrogena’s Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion broad spectrum SPF 30 is such a pleasant product to use. First off this lotion provides superior broad spectrum UVA/ UVB protection with antioxidant to help fight environmental aggressors such as cold, ozone, and pollution. My first impression- I love the mild fruity scent! The formula is nice and light, rubs in 100% without any white residue sitting on my skin. It feels hydrating to skin, almost like applying lotion. And to me it’s important that this product is non- comedogenic. This sunscreen has worked very well for me, providing great everyday protection for sun and environment. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a lightly scented broad spectrum product.Gusgumball6

Literally horrible. I wish I would’ve read the reviews before purchasing. Usually do but I was out of town and picking up some essentials from Target and came across this and hardly read it… saw 60 and “NEW” so I figured I’d try it. I usually like Neutrogena sunscreens and they’re a pretty safe option. Not this one. All of the reviews say “not for face” and I wish I would’ve read that prior to using on my face! The skin on my face is horribly irritated- puffy eyes and very dry scaly skin under my eyes… dried out my skin very badly. Do not use this on your face. Probably safe on the rest of your body but I’m not even willing to try. This is day 3 of not using this sunscreen and my face is still irritated and puffy. Weird orange tint to sunscreen and not sure why that is necessary. Kind of pricey but I overlooked the price because I know Neutrogena is typically good.kbraz

Been using this for a few months now and can say that I love it. Like it says for me it does not cause breakouts which has been an issue in the past with many facial sunscreens. That's why I waited a while to review I wanted to put this through the ringer. So I'm about to give you an in depth review of my usage over the last few months. First off this does go nicely over many many many facial products and treatments as I have a whole repertoire of products that I've used or tested or tried out for the sake of it. And this applies nicely. I like to warm it up in my hands and then press onto my face and rub in like you would a moisturizer and make sure to get your ears as well. It does not leave a white cast on my face which is nice and doesn't feel oily or greasy because it's oil free. It can feel a bit gritty for some reason but I've gotten past that it's all good. I aloow it to sink in for about a good 10 minutes if I'm doing makeup and then I begin my routine. Have not had any problems doing makeup with this underneath as well. Works fantastic. The only reason I give this 4 stars is because if you have a face full of makeup and you'd like to reapply this is not it! Because as we know 2 hour application is best if you're out and about in the sun. Which usually I am all day. So I'd recommend a spray product or a powder product for an alternative. Now if you're going natural for the day even though we don't like makeup wipes maybe carry some miceller wipes and wipe your face down and reapply to prevent product build up which even though this is breakout and oil free if you're reapplying as directed. Imagine a 12 hour day you'd be reapplying 6 times that's a lot of product going onto your face to be cleansed off at the end of the day. This is why some form of wipes stay within my reach for easy cleaning to make reapplication a breeze and end of the day cleansing a bit easier. But I only recommend this if you have or know a brand that works for you. My friend who also works outside and is religious about sunscreen uses a facial cleaning water product and reusable cotton pads. But overall. This sunscreen is great haven't gotten burnt and I'm in the sun all day every day in hot Louisiana.jessica.h

I am so happy I found this sunscreen. It blends right into the skin leaving no greasy or sticky feeling. It doesn’t really have a scent at all so it won’t interfere with any body lotion scents or perfumes. It leaves a perfect finish that won’t stick mosquitoes or anything to it haha. It comes in a high SPF as well! I still love the scent of sun bum and I think it’s a good sunscreen but I don’t like how greasy it is- I don’t even want to get in a car with it on because I feel like a grease ball! This sunscreen is also less expensive- which is always a win in my book. It also comes in a spray version which is not greasy either!gretchen.f

This & Sun Comfort are my two favorite sunscreens of all time. The texture is so lovely & it offers great sun protection. I don’t feel greasy or sticky after application like sooo many other sunscreens. It’s just really upsetting that it’s impossible to find now! Please push this product to store buyers harder – it is so so good!!! The only issue I have with it is the bottle design could be better, it makes it very hard to get the lotion out.Fellanie

I have been trying to be better about wearing SPF every day but I hate the greasy feel. I've tried high end, drugstore, and Kbeauty options. No matter what, I find myself making excuses to skip it. This is the first sunscreen I have ever truly loved. It's not greasy on my combination skin, it's not reactive for my sensitive skin, the finish is perfectly natural, and makeup wears great over top. I hope it stays in the Banana Boat permanent collection forever.Kasey

I love the scent of this Hawaiian Tropic sunscreen. It doesn't just smell like plain old sunscreen, it's got a pleasant scent that lasts all day and it works well to protect you from the sun. It absorbs into your skin well and doesn't leave a greasy feel. Definitely recommend it for those sunny summer days.laura.e

I have reordered this sunscreen because it is really good. It is great for when I go on my runs. The smell is not too overwhelming and my husband who is extremely sensitive to fragrances us this sunscreen. The scent is delicate, I like it a lot. This sunscreen is very smooth so applying is nice and easy. It is not too liquid.iHerb Customer

My friend recommended this brand so I decided to give it a try. First impression is the package looks so cool and the size is big. You could use it for pretty long time all over the body. I was looking for SPF 50 but out of stock, so I chose this one. Good enough if you don’t stay in the sun too long. The coconut smell is kinda strong but I like it. It’s kinda thick texture but doesn’t make your skin greasy. And it’s REEF FRIENDLY guys! Definitely will buy again.iHerb Customer

I try to use clean ingredients which really lowers your options. Compared to the Koola I am very happy with this product. The texture is creamy, not runny. It doesn't have to be shaken and comes out nicely with the pump. A little goes a long way. And it gets a little powdery after application and a very small lighter finish on olive skin tone. But still matches better than most and wears fine under my makeup. Will purchase again.mindifruit