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Highlights
- This broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 offers effective protection against both UVA and UVB rays
- Infused with natural ingredients to keep your skin hydrated and nourished under the sun
- Paraben free, fragrance free, oxybenzone free, octinoxate free, silicone free and aluminum free
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Helps prevent sun damage, premature aging, fine lines, hyperpigmentation and dark spots
Description
Our story begins with the need for a sunscreen brand that caters exclusively to women of color.
From carrying expensive umbrellas to the beach to avoiding the sunshine all together, women of color have come up with their own methods of protecting their skin. For years, sunscreen has been tailored to light skin individuals, leaving behind a visible white-residue on our darker skin sisters. Blotchy makeup and white residue were enough to keep people from truly enjoying a beautiful sunny day. Our founder thought it was about time to change that.
In 2016, Shontay Lundy created Black Girl Sunscreen, a 30 SPF lotion infused with natural ingredients and formulated for women of color. Made with melanated skin in mind, BGS dries completely clear and protects melanin without the white-cast.
Today, BGS is making moves! Black Girl Sunscreen has grown exponentially because of you. The goal of BGS is to start the conversation globally around sun safety to educate and protect melanin beauties worldwide. Now with four products, we’re saying Black does crack and it’s in our power to protect it.
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Q: Well if this isn’t racial division.
A: Its not. Its clearly formulated for use by more melanated individuals, by melanated individuals.. as opposed to the *other* sunscreen that does not offer the "Black Girl" prefix. Thankyouuuu
submitted bybeesbites - 4 months agoA: You're ridiculous.
submitted bySuperMama42 - 2 years agoA: Black Girl Sunscreen protects people of ALL skin tones and helps to reach people of color who are more likely to skip sunscreen because most other brands leave a chalky residue on darker skin. I hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: You're right, it isn't racial division -- it's introducing a product to fill a need that hasn't been filled before: sunscreen that doesn't make dark skin look chalky. Which means that people with darker-hued skin can protect themselves without having to sacrifice appearance, which wasn't a problem for lighter-hued people. Now we can all put our skin health first! Hooray for inclusivity! (recognizing factual differences isn't division ... it's only "division" if you apply qualitative judgements to them)
submitted byAster - 2 years ago
Q: Is this sunscreen reef safe?
A: Hello Tally! Yes, Black Girl Sunscreen is reef safe.
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: Yes. From their website "Being Oxybenzone and Octinoxate free means you won’t have about toxics disrupting your hormones, and your sunscreen being environmentally friendly."
submitted byNaomi - 3 years agoA: Hi, Tally! Yes, Black Girl Sunscreen is reef safe!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
Q: Is it safe to use under eye area? If not can you recommend a sunscreen that is safe for the eye area?
A: Hi Sheba! Please consult with your healthcare provider to determine if our ingredients are safe for your particular eye concerns. I hope this helps!!
submitted byTeam BGS - 7 months agoA: Hey Sheba, Great question! The Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum is safe to apply on and around the eyelid region (without putting it in your eye, of course)! It is Paraben free, fragrance free, oxybenzone free, octinoxate free, silicone free and aluminum free. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 7 months agoBrand expert
Q: what is the ph level?
A: All Black Girl Sunscreens are within the balanced levels that are safe for skin. I hope this helps!!
submitted byTeam BGS - 1 year agoA: Hi Approximately 6. I hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 1 year ago
Q: Is this product okay for sensitive skin?
A: Hi Martina! Black Girl Sunscreen is cruelty free, vegan, and reef safe. Please check with your doctor to make sure you do not have any specific allergies to our ingredients. I hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years agoA: Hello Martina, the Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum is great for all skin types even sensitive since it's packed with natural ingredients such as avocado, jojoba, cacao, carrot juice and sunflower oil. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.”
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: Is this a chemical sunscreen or a physical? Does it affect hormones and safe to use during pregnancy? Tia
A: Our sunscreen contains translucent, chemical, broad spectrum sun blockers. Our formulations are all natural, vegan, cruelty free, and reef safe. Always consult your physician regarding what products will work best for you during pregnancy. I hope that helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: Black Girl Sunscreen contains translucent chemical, broad spectrum, sun blockers. Always consult your physician regarding what works for you during pregnancy. I hope that helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
Q: Can men use Black Girl Sunscreen?
A: Hi there! Yes, men can and absolutely do use Black Girl Sunscreen!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: Hi, this question has been asked and answered. Yes......men can use this........
submitted byHambergur - 3 years ago
Q: What’s the difference between black girl sunscreen and regular sunscreen?
A: There is no difference between this chemical sunscreen and other chemical sunscreens other than the non-active ingredients, which may or may not be beneficial depending on your skin type (dry, normal or oily), rather than your skin color.
submitted bypokiluna - 3 years agoA: Black Girl Sunscreen offers moisturizing and hydrating ingredients for darker complexions.
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
Q: What is the difference between the regular version and the kids version?
A: Hi there! Great question! The main difference between BGS Kids and the signature Black Girl Sunscreen is the SPF protection 50 vs 30. The BGS Kids contains soothing ingredients such as chamomile, hypoallergenic, and is great for ultra-sensitive skin. It can be used at age 6 months or older. The SPF 30 is sufficient for adult skin. It also contains ingredients such as jojoba which is beneficial for acne-prone skin and avocado a great moisturizer. And remember, a little goes a long way. Hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: Hi there! Great question! The main difference between BGS Kids and the signature Black Girl Sunscreen is the SPF protection 50 vs 30. The BGS Kids contains soothing ingredients such as chamomile, hypoallergenic, and is great for ultra-sensitive skin. It can be used at age 6 months or older. The SPF 30 is sufficient for adult skin. It also contains ingredients such as jojoba which is beneficial for acne-prone skin and avocado a great moisturizer. Yes, BGS Kids may be used on adults as a part of their daily skincare routine. And remember, a little goes a long way. Hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
Q: Is Black Girl Sunscreen cruelty free?
A: Yes it not sure if it is vegan but definitely not tested on animals.
submitted byJevene - 3 years agoA: Hi there! Yes, Black Girl Sunscreen is cruelty-free!
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
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