10 Best Sunscreens for Black Skin UK 2024

Supergoop! describe their Unseen Sunscreen as "a totally game-changing way to wear sunscreen every day" and we must say - we totally agree! Packed with powerful natural ingredients such as red algae and frankincense, it helps to soothe and hydrate the skin whilst protecting it.

Ensuring high-performance protection against UVA, UVB and IRA rays, this lightweight formula is invisible and scentless too. It has a velvety texture that you'll genuinely enjoy wearing, whether alone or as a makeup primer. For all of these reasons, it's our number one choice!

Appearing across multiple online lists and articles about the best sunscreens for darker skin, Anthelios XL SPF 50+ Ultra-Light Fluid by La Roche Posay is undoubtedly a popular choice. Its clear formula is not only ultra-light and non-greasy, but miraculously water-resistant too.

As it's unperfumed, this formula is kind to both sensitive and normal skin types. It provides a decent amount of hydration and doesn't leave a white cast on the skin. Best of all, the bottle is just the right size to pop into your bag for application on the go!

Just like other RITUALS skincare products, this gorgeous face cream feels like a treat to use. Made with botanical extracts like organic white tea, ginkgo biloba leaf, aloe vera, and holy lotus, it's much more soothing than regular SPF products.

In addition to being packed with antioxidants, this fantastic formula leaves no trace on melanin-rich skin. We think The Ritual of Karma is brilliant value for money and works better than some of the more expensive products out there. It definitely gets a thumbs up from us!

The Body Shop has really come through with this Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion - it's a nourishing moisturiser that happens to contain SPF 30 too. Most of us don't like to layer too many products on our face at once and luckily this lotion provides all the hydration you could possibly need!

Infused with camu camu berry extract and vitamin C, which brighten the skin, this product will bring out your inner radiance. We love the zingy citrus scent too - it'll really wake you up in the morning!

The Face Anti-Pigmentation SPF50+ by Ultrasun is a premium Swiss-made sunscreen that really works on black and darker skin. Providing broad-spectrum sun protection for the face, it boasts anti-pigmentation ingredients too.

With anti-ageing ectoin and a plethora of powerful antioxidants, this formula restores moisture to the skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines. It feels a bit heavy, but isn't greasy and absorbs quickly - so you can head out into the sun once you've put your shoes on!

Ensuring a more intense level of protection than the other products on our list, the Ultra Sheer SPF 100+ Dry-Touch Sunscreen by Neutrogena is a must-have for very hot climates or extreme conditions like heatwaves. It can be used on both your face and body, making it great value for money.

Considering the high SPF factor, this sunscreen still feels relatively lightweight and won't leave skin greasy or chalky. It's probably not necessary if you don't tend to spend long periods of time outside though.

If you'd rather not spend an arm and leg on sunscreen but still want something that's effective and pleasant to use, look no further than this fab facial formula by Riemann P20. Whilst it has a cream consistency, it feels lightweight and won't clog pores.

With an SPF of 30 that protects skin from both UVA and UVB rays, this highly water-resistant sunscreen is clinically proven to be effective for up to 10 hours after just one application. And most importantly, it doesn't leave a white residue on your face!

Being a broad-spectrum sunscreen, this product by La Prairie protects skin from premature ageing and burning. Made from a blend of herbal extracts, it brightens your complexion and has a matte finish that's perfect for wearing under foundation.

Although this is the most expensive product on our list, it has many devotees due to its ability to take care of delicate skin whilst shielding it from the sun. That being said, there are other formulas that work just as well but won't break the bank!

There's something really luxurious about using the Invisiblur Perfecting Shield by Murad - maybe it's the gel-like, translucent consistency, or perhaps the fact that it's actually good for your skin?

Boasting a 5-in-1 formula that provides SPF 30 while improving skin texture, blurring imperfections, and reducing fine lines, this is a hard-working product that doesn't come cheap! Some buyers report varying results in its suitability under makeup, but it's an excellent option for bare skin at the very least.

Using their innovative Second Skin Technology, FREZYDERM have created this unique formula that feels velvety on the skin and provides a matte finish for at least 6 hours. As it's a transparent serum that doesn't look chalky, it's ideal as a makeup base.

Water-resistant and fragrance-free, this formula prevents signs of photo-ageing as well as skin pigmentation. It spreads evenly and easily over skin, so won't take you too long to add to your morning routine. Our only qualm is that the ingredients aren't listed so you can't be sure whether it will cause irritation.