6 Great Sunscreens For Darker Skin Tones

An option for sensitive skin at a great price point. It’s hypoallergenic, quick absorbing and the aloe vera extract will keep your skin calm. The water resistant formula means it’s a beach essential and its fragrance-free will blend seamlessly with other products.

It’s all in the name – this product has the triple-threat power of carrot seed oil, cocoa seed butter and avocado oil. It won’t just protect your skin from the sun, it will reverse dull skin and diminish dark spots over time.

Virtually universal for all skin types, this Canadian brand’s sunscreen is free of parabens and non-comedogenic so your pores will thank you. The zinc oxide in it provides protection against both UVA and UVB (aging and burning) sunrays, making it a winner in our books.

This is a classic for a reason. It has some incredible properties (super thin, water-resistant, antioxidant potent) and best of all, it leaves a matte finish.

The pick popularized by its flawless-skin founder Kaytona Breaux (Frank Ocean’s mom), UnSun was designed intentionally with a slight tint to cater to people of colour. It gives fairer skin tones a bronzy glow and blends right into darker complexions.

This translucent formula is a gel texture designed for all skin types. With natural sesame and tomato extract, it aims to provide smoothing and moisturizing properties and help the skin develop stronger abilities to protect itself over time.