About this item
Highlights
- Broad spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen lotion for kids
- Everyday moisturizer for the face and body that soothes, hydrates, protects and heals skin
- No white residue
- Water-resistant (80 minutes)
- Hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly
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 altogether, women of color have come up with their own methods of protecting their skin. For years, sunscreen has been tailored to light-skinned individuals, leaving behind a visible white residue on our darker-skinned 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, Black Girl Sunscreen 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.
Active ingredients
Purpose
Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen..Directions
Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply: After 80 minutes of swimming or sweating. Immediately after towel drying. at least every 2 hours. Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wear long sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.Children Uner 6 Months:
Ask a doctor.Other information
Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun.Inactive ingredients
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Q: Can this be used for colored 11-year-olds with oily skin?
A: Guys, Naula Isa is a Spanish name. It's also common in South America. These countries never had Jim Crow. The term "colored" is not offensive as it is in America. It just means brown or dark olive complexion. She just wants to know if she can use this on her daughter.
submitted byTruthInAdvertising - 3 years agoA: We are unsure of what "colored 11-year-old" means. However, BGS Kids SPF 50 can be used on melaninated skin ages 6 months and older.
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years agoA: If you mean POC yes...colored should not be a word used to describe melaninated skin.
submitted byJada - 3 years agoA: a colored 11 year old?
submitted byIzzy - 3 years ago
Q: Is this a mineral sunscreen?
A: This is a chemical sunscreen! I hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years agoA: Hello BabynMe! The Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Broad Spectrum - SPF 50 is a chemical sunscreen, hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: what are the ingredients
A: from manufacturer's website - ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 15%, Octisalate 5%; INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Acrlates/C10-30 Alkyl Acryate Crosspolmer, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carbomer, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lecithin, Persea Gratissima(Avocado), Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water
submitted byKendall K - 4 years agoA: Hi Sophia - thank you for your question. BGS Kids is Oxybenzone and Octinoxate free, which means your child’s sunscreen is ocean and reef friendly. Additionally, BGS Kids is carefully crafted to be cruelty-free and vegan with natural ingredients. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 15%, Octisalate 5%. INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Acrlates/C10-30 Alkyl Acryate Crosspolmer, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carbomer, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lecithin, Persea Gratissima(Avocado), Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water
submitted byTeam BGS - 4 years ago
Q: can this be use for my 14 year old?
A: Yes. My toddler and I both use it! I also use the original version. Both products are great. It provides protection from the sun with no white residue!
submitted byLady P - 5 years agoA: Yes, BGS Kids may be used on a 14-year-old.
submitted byTeam BGS - 4 years ago
Q: Does this sunscreen have UV protection?
A: Hey Marina, Yes, the Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Broad Spectrum SPF 50 protects against harmful UVA/UVB rays and has eliminated all white residue. 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 - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this sunscreen reef safe?
A: All of Black Girl Sunscreen's products are reef safe. I hope this helps!!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years ago
Q: Does this sunscreen work for combination skin?
A: Hello Omar! Yes, Each skin type is different. Our customers with sensitive skin tend to lean towards the Kids formula as it has more healing properties than the adult (for kids' delicate skin) such as chamomile and shea butter. BGS was also created with acne-prone skin in mind. Which is why we are toxin-free, paraben-free, and oxybenzone-free and we would recommend our Make It Matte formula. Hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years ago
Q: Does this sunscreen sting the eyes? I have trouble finding a sunscreen that doesn’t sting my eyes
A: Hi Cindy, BGS Kids is not Tear-Free. However, we have not received any feedback indicating that is an issue. Hope this helps!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years ago
Q: Does pilling occur when using this sunscreen?
A: There is no pilling with this product. Make sure to rub the sunscreen into your skin to ensure proper sun protection. I hope that helps!!!
submitted byTeam BGS - 2 years ago
Q: Is this a tear free formula?
A: Hi There! BGS Kids is Oxybenzone and Octinoxate free, which means your child’s sunscreen is ocean and reef friendly. Additionally, BGS Kids is carefully crafted to be cruelty-free and vegan with natural ingredients. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding our Sunscreen.
submitted byTeam BGS - 3 years ago
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