Sunscreen For Black Girls
- prettydamnfinesa
- Feb 10, 2021
- 6 min read
Updated: Jul 11, 2022

We’ve put together a list of black girl friendly sunscreens that don’t make you grey or purple at all price points, for all skin types. Apply two fingers worths of sunscreen to ensure proper coverage and protection
Avene SPF50+ Anti-Aging Sunscreen 50ml

Innovation in suncare with dual action. Broad-Spectrum UVA & UVB protection. Protects against free-radicals. Combats photo-induced aging. Photostable.
Fluid, transparent and non-sticky. Ideal for everyday use on the face.
Developed to minimize impact on the marine ecosystem
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Clicks, Dischem
50ml, R265 - R285
Bionike Acteen Sun 50+ Cream Gel High Protection Tube

This specific gel for acne-prone skin combats the thickening of the stratum corneum due to exposure to the sun. Dry to the touch, it contains active ingredients which have a sebum-regulating action. It is formulated to guarantee triple photoprotection: It helps against short-term damage, guaranteed by the UVA-UVB filtering system, It helps against free radicals generated by infrared rays, It helps against long-term, biological damage thanks to the special PRO-Repair Complex that strengthens DNA protection and repair mechanisms.
Skin type: acne-prone skin
Available at: Dischem
50ml, R153
Bionike Defence Sun 30/50+ Melting Cream High Protection Normal And Dry Skin Tube

Sun protection cream with a soft, comfortable, non-sticky texture. Ideal for the face.
Developed to provide triple photo-protection:
defends against short-term damage thanks to the UVA-UVB filtering system
defends against free radicals generated by IR radiation
defends against long-term, biological damage thanks the the special “PRO-REPAIR Complex” that strengthens the natural DNA protection and repair mechanisms.
Tested to be non-comedogenic.
UVA-UVB-IR protection.
Water-resistant.
Skin type: Normal to dry skin
Available at: Dischem
50ml, R143/165
Black Girl sunscreen SPF 30

With Black Girl Sunscreen you won’t find harmful ingredients or that annoying off-white residue. Rub it in, and just like lotion, it dries clear. Natural ingredients help rejuvenate your face and body while helping you to stay moisturized.
Skin type: Normal to dry skin
Available at: Beauty on tapp
89ml, R395
The Body Shop Skin Defence SPF50 Multi - Protection Essence

The Body Shop Skin Defence SPF 50 Multi-Protection Essence 60 ml helps protect your skin day after day. A feather light, milk-to-water essence with broad spectrum UV filters, brightening red algae and antioxidant Vitamin C, to help protect skin against multiple skin aggressors, while providing utmost comfort.
Skin type: Normal to dry skin
Available at: Clicks, The Body Shop
60ml, R375
Clicks Sunprotect SPF 50 Face Cream

Clicks Sunprotect SPF 50 Face Cream provides a high level of protection from the damaging effects of the sun. This product is fragrance free and enriched with nourishing Vitamin E.
Skin type: All skin types
Available at: Clicks
50ml, R105
Clicks Sun Protect Sensitive SPF 50 Face & Neck Cream

Clicks Sun Protect Sensitive SPF 50 Face & Neck Cream has been scientifically designed to provide sensitive and easily irritated skins with high protection from UVA and UVB rays.
Skin type: Sensitive skin
Available at: Clicks
50ml, R110
Clicks SUNprotect Anti-Ageing SPF50 Face Cream

Clicks SunProtect Anti-Ageing SPF50 Face Cream 50ml with Collagen is a water resistant cream that has been dermatologically tested. It provides a high level of protection from the damaging effects of the sun. This product is fragrance free and enriched with nourishing Vitamin E.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Clicks
50ml, R110
Demelan SPF 50 Face Sunscreen Lotion

Demelan SPF 50 Face Sunscreen Lotion 60ml is a non-irritant, non-greasy, water resistant sunscreen providing broad spectrum protection.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Clicks
60ml, R129
Dermopal Sunscreen SPF 30

Broad spectrum sunscreen with moisturising effect. Protects the skin against harmful effects of sunrays useful in the treatment of dark spots and blemishes. It prevents premature ageing.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Dischem, Beauty on tapp
100ml, R109 - 120
Eucerin Sun Creme Sensitive Protect SPF 50+

Eucerin Sun Creme Sensitive Protect SPF 50+ is an advanced facial sunscreen designed specifically to protect against sun-induced skin ageing and pigment spots. For normal and dry skin. Water-resistant.
Skin type: normal to dry skin
Available at: Clicks, Dischem, Foschini
50ml, R280 - R295
Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Dry Touch SPF 50+

Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Dry Touch SPF 50+ is a daily sunscreen with a very high sun protection factor specifically formulated for oily and acne-prone facial skin. It combines superior photo protection against sun-induced skin damage and an active solution to improve skin condition.
Skin type: oily skin
Available at: Clicks, Dischem, Foschini
50ml, R280 - R295
Everysun Anti-age Face Sunscreen Spf50 50ml

Everysun SPF50 High Anti-Age Face Sunscreen 50 ml is a lightweight and non greasy sunscreen that offers high UV protection and is also water resistant.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Clicks, Dischem
50ml, R110 - R117
Everysun Family Lotion Spf 50/30 100ml

Everysun Family Sunscreen Lotion SPF50 100ml is specially made with VitaLock, an advanced complex of antioxidants, vitamins and UVA and UVB filters, to protect the whole family against the damaging effects of the sun. It has a light, non-greasy formula that is waterproof for safe fun by the pool or at the beach.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Clicks, Dischem
100ml, R125/R84 - R90
Fenty Beauty hydra vizor spf 30

This 2-in-1 moisturizer and sunscreen is lightweight, oil free, and truly invisible on all skin tones. It claps back at dehydration, discoloration, dark spots. Makeup-friendly, too: No pilling and zero flashback. Refillable.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: Edgars Beauty, Arc store
50ml, R745
Fundamentals Skincare Sunscreen SPF 30

A broad spectrum UVA and UVB sunscreen which doesn’t leave a white cast. Protects the skin against the damaging effects of sun exposure, Anti-ageing
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: website, beauty on tapp
50ml, R99
Heliocare Gel SPF 50

Heliocare Advanced Gel SPF 50 (Oil-Free) is a topical sun protection gel in an innovative lightweight formulation that is quickly and uniformly absorbed to protect the skin against daily environmental challenges
Skin type: normal, combination, oily skin
Available at: dermastore
50ml, R256
Island Tribe SPF50 Light Lotion

Island Tribe SPF 50 Light Lotion is a high protection sunscreen with excellent water resistance and a good cosmetic feel. Enriched with Vitamin E, Island Tribe SPF 50 light lotion helps prevent premature ageing caused by the sun by providing effective UVA & UVB protection.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: clicks, dischem, takealot
200ml, R175
IQ Sun Care Daily Defence SPF 50/30 100ml

Specially developed for the South African climate, this non-oily water resistant cream that helps protect skin from ageing UVA & burning UVB rays. A unique IPF™ (Immuno Protection factor) of White Tea extracts provides Antioxidant therapy to help scavenge Free Radicals. Prevents premature ageing & helps protect collagen.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: clicks, dischem, takealot
100ml, R140 - R147/ R125
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+ 50ml

La-Roche Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+ is a non-greasy sunscreen that has an ultra-light, moisturising texture that instantly absorbs into the skin.
Skin type: normal, oily, combination
Available at: clicks, dischem
50ml, R245 - R275
L'Oreal UV Defender Daily UV Protection SPF50+ Even Skin Tone

L'Oréal UV Defender Daily UV Protection SPF50+ Even Skin Tone 50ml is a lightweight, quick-absorbing formula, enriched with niacinamide, to even skin tone, revealing a radiant, complexion. This non-oily formula protects against dark spots, dull skin, uneven skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: clicks, dischem
50ml, R258
NIVEA SUN UV Face Shine Control Cream

NIVEA SUN UV Face Shine Control Cream provides highly effective and immediate UVA/UVB protection against sunburn and premature skin ageing. The eye friendly, ophthalmologically proven, formula with a naturally derived antioxidant supports facial skin to protect itself against sun damages. The hydrating, skin compatibility and dermatologically proven formula benefits your skin with an instant and long lasting mattifying effect. The formula is non greasy, non sticky and leaves a light feeling on your skin.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: clicks, dischem
50ml, R150
Nivea Sun SPF50 Q10 Anti Age Face Cream

Nivea Sun Anti Age Face Cream SPF50 50ml uses the power of coenzyme Q10 to prevent sun induced fine lines, wrinkles and pigment spots. It offers immediate sun protection of 50 high UVA/UVB against sunburn and premature skin ageing.
Skin type: normal skin
Available at: clicks, dischem
50ml, R150
SKIN functional Sunscreen SPF50

A lightweight broad spectrum sunscreen with anti-ageing and anti-oxidant properties without leaving a grey or white cast. Apply a liberal amount to face, neck, décolletage every morning. If using serums, apply once serums have been absorbed
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: website, beauty on tapp, take a lot
50ml, R160
SunLab Face cream SPF 50

Provides broad spectrum protection
Non-greasy, lightweight formula
Applies easily
Water resistant
Protects skin to reduce the risk of long term damage and premature ageing.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: dischem
100ml, R85
Sun Lab Sunscreen Spf30 150ml Water Resistant Sensitive

Non Greasy
Water Resistant
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: dischem
150ml, R70
Techniblock SPF50 Anti-Ageing Face Cream

Very High Non-Comedogenic Sunscreen Protection that nourishes and protects the skin against UVA and UVB light for Facial application
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: dischem, clicks
75ml, R150
Tropitone Move It Face Protector SPF40

Tropitone Move It SPF40 Face Cream is specially formulated with Monoi Tahitian coconut oil and helps to protect skin from UVA and UVB rays. Water-resistant and helps to protect skin from premature ageing.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: dischem
50ml, R144
Uso Active Day Cream with SPF30

Day Cream with SPF 30 protection without greying, streaking or whitening on the skin!
This day cream also contains multiple active ingredients including the unique CCP complex of Centella, Chamomile and Provitamin B5. This product not just effectively protects the skin against damaging UVA and UVB rays but it also hydrates, rejuvenates and slows down the effects of sun damage.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: edgars, takealot, beauty on tapp
50ml, R395
Xeroderm Sunscreen SPF 30/40 Protect & Moisturise

Xeroderm Sunscreen is a non-greasy sunscreen, protecting against harmful UVA and UVB rays up to 380nm. Regular use of sunscreen helps to prevent drying and premature aging of the skin. Xeroderm sunscreen cannot reverse existing sun damage, but can act as protection against harmful effects of the sun. Xeroderm sunscreen is perfume and colour free.
Skin type: all skin types
Available at: clicks, dischem
50ml, R140 - R147 /160 - R170
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