Lifestyle Sunday : Best Sunscreens for Black or Brown Skin

 

It's the rainy and wet season of the year. However, there's never a wrong season to talk about sunscreens and the huge protection they provide black or brown skin. A deeply harmful misconception many skincare enthusiasts have is that those with darker complexions don't need to wear sunscreen. Have you been sold this misconception for a long time? Discard it now!

No matter your skin tone, you should wear your sunscreen every day. Even when it's cloudy or you're indoors. In fact, skincare experts advise that you reapply your sunscreen every two hours for maximum protection. There's no complete skincare without sunscreen. 

Experts have affirmed that frequently skipping your sunscreen or not having a sun protection routine increases your risk of skin cancer. Forgoing your sunscreen application can also worsen any form of existing hyperpigmentation (skin discoloration, commonly called"sunburn") And if you're on a routine to "brighten" or "even out" your complexion, forgoing your sunscreen is pretty much wasting your efforts. Dermatologists recommend that your sunscreen has a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. The higher the number, the better protection it provides!

Many skincare enthusiasts complain that  reasons they forgo sunscreens in their beauty regime include : the greasy after-feel of some sunscreens and the visible white cast on the skin's surface after application. A number of people have even complained of clogged pores and breakouts caused by some sunscreen brands.

Good news! We have put together a list of some of the best sunscreen brands that are better-suited to dark or brown skin. These brands are sunscreens that leave no traces of white residue and do not leave your skin feeling heavy or greasy after application. They are tried and trusted!

Let's take a look at some of these sunscreens that are loved by dermatologists and guaranteed to give you needed protection. These brands are also readily available in beauty stores close to you. Try them out today! If you have used or currently use any of these recommended brands, leave a comment in the comments section.