TESTING OUT YOUR FAVORITE SUNSCREENS | NO WHITE CAST | DARK SKIN & OILY GIRL FRIENDLY

[@benenon]

Hey guys! I can't believe so many of you found this video helpful. 🤗 I just wanted to clarify that you SHOULD still rub in that Neutrogena spray sunscreen to get the full SPF. That being said, I would not recommend it for makeup wearers. Thanks for always supporting me!! Feel free to checkout some of my other sunscreen reviews - kzbin.info/aero/PLFBoPQrySMV8W65q8HagdJeyVLPN1PwfY

[@SarahBispy]

Sunscreen is such an essential!! A lot of people don’t realize it when they are young but when you start getting older - you’ll thank yourself for wearing sunscreen!!! Your skin is flawless!!!😍

[@benenon]

Thanks Sarah! I totally agree! It's better to start early.

[@pieceaisa5046]

i’m 14 and trying to use sunscreen everyday now :)

[@baileydubs]

@@pieceaisa5046 that’s so great I’m so glad you are!!

[@ShesNailah]

Thank you! All I gotta say is THANK YOU 😭

[@benenon]

No problem 😊

[@courtneycoleman6849]

The Sunbum sunscreen KILLED my eyes! I had to pull over because I was driving and then all of a sudden my eyes got one of the worst burning sensations I’ve ever experienced in my entire life. It took a couple days of it happening in a row for me to realize it was the sunscreen, haven’t been able to wear it since....sucks because I did like it and how it dried on my skin 😢

[@kimberlydelvillar2330]

Have more control applying around eyes it’s works great it’s such a good sunscreen just use less around eyes and don’t get it on the lashes that’s when it does sting !!!

[@autumncoates9085]

YES! Same! I skipped around my eyes. Still was horrible.

[@courtneycoleman6849]

@@autumncoates9085 yeah, I’m a sweaty person with oily skin so product just naturally moves around my face

[@mile_851]

It's most probably because you have sensitive skin and even if you're black you should look for mineral sunscreens.

[@AlexiusTakeira]

I LITERALLY just said the exact same thing about this sunscreen. I did a review on it and it was clinging to my face so bad 😩 I love the glow it gives though!

[@lyssbeth]

The fact that you're so comfortable and good in front of a camera! I honestly thought by your confidence that you had millions of subscribers and happened to glance and see that you (for now) have 500. Can't wait to watch your channel grow!

[@benenon]

Gosh thats so kind of you to say 🥰

[@GigiM2014]

The Black Girl sunscreen left my skin so oily! but my freckles decreased when I would apply it before going outside, so it does protect the skin well. I'll give the Super Goop a try.

[@michellechumley804]

I love that you did the reviews for darker skin. I will say that darker skin is actually more prone to skin cancer and we are more likely to die from it than lighter skin. We have larger melanocytes and it lets in more UVA and UVB rays. Because we have darker skin it will take longer for us to notice the damage and we tend to get treatment at a later stage of the disease. We need at least an SPF 50 and preferably a mineral sunscreen if possible.

[@benenon]

Very true! It's harder to notice damage so it can take longer before getting a diagnosis. As long as you're wearing sunscreen, I think the type (physical or mineral) is up to you. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable, works for your skin, and is protecting your skin :)

[@bn8579]

This statement is absolutely incorrect. We are the least likely to get cancer unless Med school lied to me for years, lol

[@M.Swigglez]

@@bn8579fr the hell are they talking about

[@pandaluver1100]

Loved this video! One thing I found out though is that chemical sunscreens like supergoop need 30 minutes to activate whereas physical sunscreens you can immediately go out in so keep that in mind

[@benenon]

Yes, great tip!

[@rexolaires956]

I love this video...Thank you for testing out sunscreens for dark complexions! I would love to see more tests on other sunscreens.

[@benenon]

I just upload a video of my testing some mineral sunscreens. You should check it out!

[@afifaiqbal95]

Thanks so much for trying these out! I love the black girl sunscreen in the spf 50 kids version because it is actually cheaper ($10) but I will say it leaves such a noticeable shine very close to oiliness (that my family points it out). So to mattify it I just dust some finishing powder over my skin :) thanks again, I hope your channel grows a lot, you are so pleasant to watch

[@takoboi]

Same… I have just ordered 2 more bottles as i'm about to finish my 2nd…

[@KimTries]

I’ve been looking to actually commit to a sunscreen so this video is perfect! Thanks for all the detail in your reviews ☺️☺️

[@benenon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SergioMartinez-vo3mi]

This review was really helpful I was actually skeptical about trying the sunbum SPF because I thought it would leave a white cast... but since you were able to wear it and it looked invisible on your skin I’m really going to give it a try

[@benenon]

No white cast! Let me know if you end up liking it 😊

[@SergioMartinez-vo3mi]

I picked it up about two weeks ago and honestly I am really enjoying it so this review was spot on helpful thank you

[@kdsniperr6270]

@@SergioMartinez-vo3mi does it have fragrance?

[@kelseydtvjn3143]

@@SergioMartinez-vo3mi do you have any eye irritation

[@SergioMartinez-vo3mi]

@@kelseydtvjn3143 Hi So I’ve been using it for three months now and honestly no I even sweat like crazy and it gets into my eyes and no irritation

[@tiaclark98]

I’m here for the Sun Bum review because that’s what I use. I think it works really well too!

[@zaidylime2595]

Is it good for oily skin?

[@mesarypaul5824]

Is it greasy?

[@Kiddofficial1]

Supergoop Unseen is the TRUTH!! Expensive and little product , but definitely worth it!

[@benenon]

Totally agree!

[@joannag2616]

@kidd official Does sunscreen make you break out?

[@Kiddofficial1]

@@joannag2616 nope

[@naomid1819]

Yes its my favorite im oily and I live in New Orleans and our weather is very hot and humid in the summer omgggg. Unseen is the truth for summer time for me

[@byalicexo]

these are some great suggestions. i'm most intrigued by the neutrogena spray because i need something that's easy to reapply on top of makeup - just a shame about the smell. oh and the gel supergoop one also looks pretty cool. thanks for sharing!

[@benenon]

Thanks for watching! Let me know if you try any of them!!

[@atwood9366]

I have olive skin color so white cast is also a problem for me, but my biggest problem is the greasy oily finish to sunscreens I dont wear sunscreen when I go out because I never felt comfortable in one but lately I've been feeling kinda guilty for that so thank you for this video

[@benenon]

Glad I could help!

[@elliettweber]

girl this is exactly what I needed! thank you! this helped me so much!

[@tiaciara1474]

Thanks so much I really needed this video for my darker skin with out the chalky look. Going to purchase some products. Thanks for the reviews 🧡🧡

[@cheeewio]

I tried most of these and my top fave sunscreens are the coola and ulta md. I HATE the neutrogena one. Def one of my regret purchases. I never tried the la roche because it’s super pricey for what it’s worth to me. The sun bum one goes on the bottom of my list too. Been wanting to dry the black girl sunscreen in matte. I’m not a fan of the super goop unseen sunscreen…. I get pilly from it and it makes me feel “dirty.” So the claims of oily freee…. Ehhh not a fan… I have super sensitive and oily skin

[@shaani7978]

Thank you so much, sis! I will be trying out the Sun Bum!

Any feedback?

[@bethanyrose9026]

My skin has been getting much more oily lately so I appreciate this video as I've been looking for a drug store spf to hold me over till my usual ships!! Never heard of Coola but i like that it dries and isn't scented.

[@benenon]

Whats your usual go to?

[@bethanyrose9026]

@@benenon I use The Beet Shield by Krave Beauty! Lightweight and no strong smell :)

[@111luis]

ok but that glowww

[@HealthyLivingWithWendy]

I definitely had to click on to this video because I just recently receive sunburn out fishing and my face started to peel but not being smart I had sunscreen. So it's good to see you try it out a recommend sun screen.💟

[@contractcustodian1970]

my fav is LA ROCHEY POSAY, I've ben using that for 9yrs straight and I never have issues with that.

[@alia_babo]

Dr. Dray recommends the black girl sunscreen but the kids version. Maybe it never crossed your mind to try sunscreens for kids so I'm just gonna put it out there. Also, I wonder if you US residents have L'Oreal sunscreens available? I live in South East Asia and I have light-medium skin (it tans pretty quickly if I spend too much time under the sun) and I like L'Oreal sunscreens since it doesn't leave a whitecast, pretty oily-skin friendly, and pretty affordable (I got mine for $7.9 for 2 bottles of 30mL).

[@benenon]

Thanks for the recommendations! I've already added the black girl kids version to my list. I haven't gotten around to trying it yet. Which L'Oreal sunscreen did you like? We have a couple of them here.

[@alia_babo]

@@benenon I like L'Oreal UV Perfect Super Aqua Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ but I'm not sure if it's available in the US bcs of FDA regulations on chemical filters. However the sunscreen itself is a watery gel formula so it's pretty oily-skin friendly and it offers a good amount of protection. There's a matte one but I find matte formulas to weirdly make my skin oilier so I don't recommend that one. The other one is a "tone-up" formula but I don't recommend "tone-up" creams for medium-dark skinned people because it's gonna make them ashy and the "tone-up" concept itself being problematic.

[@benenon]

I looked it up but I can't find it anywhere. It either says unavailable or product not found. :(

[@ju8572]

Omg im in love with your smile!!!

[@benenon]

thanks 💕

[@thegreatgoddess9149]

Thanks. I want to protect my skin without looking like casper the friendly ghost!

[@benenon]

lol same

[@BL-hw4mn]

Sunscreen also prevents skin ageing 😄 I love SunBum but that face sunscreen made me look greasy af 😕

[@benenon]

True! I like used it way more in the winter when my skin was feeling more on the normal/dryer side.

[@zaire3828]

Doing the Lord's work

[@MissKsr1]

Thanks so much for testing them all and for your advice.🌸💁🏿‍♀️

[@benenon]

No problem 😊

[@sydney2v]

I tried the sun bum sunscreen because of your video and I’m in love with it! Thanks so much!

[@benenon]

Yay! Glad you liked it 🤗

[@JaeJay0]

i've heard that it burns your eyes. is this true?

[@sydney2v]

@@JaeJay0 yes it still burned my eyes a little bit, so I started using stick sunscreen just around my eyes because it moves around less compared to liquid sunscreen. No more burning!

[@JaeJay0]

@@sydney2v which stick sunscreen do u use?

[@sydney2v]

@@JaeJay0 neutrogena ultra sheer face & body stick sunscreen spf 50+

[@saraghiraldo5322]

Guys, I'm from Italy. A black friend of mine doesn't use SPF 'cause she can't find an SPF without a white, gray, or blue cast for body and face. So if anybody has suggestions, please write them down below. Here I can find easily La Roche Posay, Uriage, Nivea, or Rilastil.

[@alia_babo]

Has she tried chemical sunscreens from those brands? Usually chemical formulas don't leave a whitecast. I have light-medium skin tone (I'm south east asian) and I've personally tried Nivea's and La Roche Posay's sunscreens and both sunscreens are chemical sunscreens and they don't leave a whitecast on me. The one I've tried from Nivea I believe is exclusive to Asia so unfortunately I'm not sure if she can find that in Italy but Nivea has many chemical sunscreens that are available in the EU, so maybe she can try that instead. The one I've tried from La Roche Posay is the same one from this video and as you can see, it left a whitecast on her so if your friend is the same complexion or darker, I don't think it would work on her. However La Roche Posay has many other options so maybe she can try those. Other brand that I would suggest to try is Altruist. I believe it's a UK brand so idk if it's available in the EU since brexit but maybe she can get them online. I've tried it and like it so much because it doesn't leave a whitecast and comes in water resistant formula. Unfortunately it became pretty pricey to have them shipped to my country so I don't buy them anymore.

[@saraghiraldo5322]

@@alia_babo thank you so much, I will search ❤️❤️

[@ShannonAshleyTV_]

LOVE THE EDITING IN THIS VIDEO. Amazing video

[@benenon]

thank you 💕

[@krystall.perezmartinez9942]

You are so likable. Cute. Thank you for this video. I needed someone to try these and tell me if they work. I think I'm going with the Coolia.

[@Nekole1]

This was so helpful. Thank you. I really like the 1st sunscreen that you tried. Im going to try that one.

[@gabrielagarciad4719]

The hydro boost from neutrogena stung my eyes so bad! Even if I applied it far from my eyes it would move during the day and sting my eyes😭

[@benenon]

Ugh that's the worst feeling 😞

[@tmitch7646]

Love this video on the hunt for better sunscreens.

[@zalenaskye700]

Thank you so much ! This was very helpful especially being that we are the same complexion. I've been trying to find the right sunscreen for my skin being that I use retinol. I've been wearing sunscreen that leaves a white hue on my face. I think I will invest in the super goop.

[@Pinkflo363]

The black girl sunscreen caused breakouts for me. Supergoop works is better for oily or sensitive skin.

[@tequilachanel7312]

Y’all sunbum the best! I use to use it all the time I tried the black girl one and it’s leaving a white cast and I don’t like the finish it’s drying and my skin it oily naturally. The sun bum is affordable and it protects you from the sun I never got burned. Some sunscreens seem like they literally attract the sun. Lol does the complete opposite

[@zag285]

Omg girlll ur so prettyy!

[@benenon]

Thank you 😘

[@cr0wsnest]

Thank you! I have a sunscreen I use for the pool but i didn't want to take it to the beach because the cast is so strong I look blue 😭. This helps so much

[@Jennii26]

Great video ! I saw that black girl sunscreen just came out with a matte formula🙌🏼

[@benenon]

Oh I'm going to have to try that!

[@keeratsandhu6998]

THANK YOU FOR THISSSS!!!

[@mikkeli02]

Thanks for your review! It is really very helpful.

[@SimplyyMichaell]

This was VERY helpful! Thank you!

[@baileydubs]

I love the coola one!!

[@nahiida7919]

I love you sm THANKYOUU

[@ebsss100]

I appreciate the reviews!

[@cas04aa]

I didn’t notice if the Black Girl sunscreen had tint in it. Would it work for someone with fair skin? I’d love to try it and support another Black Owned business.

[@MsTaneisha2012]

Hi, Chelsea, The Black Girl Sunscreen isn’t tinted. Anyone can use it.

[@cas04aa]

Taneisha Allen Thank you!

[@benenon]

It doesn't have a tint! Let me know your thoughts if you buy it 💕

[@cas04aa]

I ordered it just waiting for it to arrive. Thanks! 💚

[@laibanush5431]

Your smile is gorgeous MashaAllah ❤️ Such a cutie 🥰

[@user-ur3ig8ro2k]

THANK YOUUU 🥰

[@nyawilliams6]

So helpful. Subscribed!

[@leslieanneDC]

Thank you for this! ❤

[@Niconicoshizuko]

I just bought that neutrogena face spray spf one cause it was a spray but yeah it has denatured alcohol in it and I already have very dry and sensitive skin so I don’t recommend it to people who don’t like alcohol in their face products

[@marticejohnson4738]

Thank you for the amazing video! I found what I needed thanks to you!

[@adgcbn3360]

Omgosh I have mask sunburn and it was really looking for something that's not too oily but will get the job done to fix the mask sunburn. this review really helped me alot. If any of you guys have any suggestions for Mask sunburn let me know. Much love

[@benenon]

I hope your skin was able to recover from this. Aloe usually helps to sooth sunburns.

[@AllAboutPurple]

There is a specific La Roche Porsay that doesnt leave a white cast lol the Ultra-Light Fluid SPF 50 Update: even the one that’s not supposed to leave a cast has a slight white cast. So NO to La Roche 🤣😩 Will try these options, thanks for the video

[@turnontheLIGHTS909]

Loved this video! If your looking for a good, inexpensive mineral sunscreen I really liked Pipette’s spf 50. The white cast goes away after you blend it in (it was also recommended by a black dermatologist here on YT)

[@benenon]

Oooh I might have to try that! I have yet to find a good mineral sunscreen.

[@cocosala5745]

@@benenon don't waste your money. You have dark skin like me; the pipette leaves a purple/white cast.

[@msgirly6827]

@@benenon i bought it, it leaves a white cast for sure. Especially if you are applying the amount of sunscreen you need and also reapplying.

[@harshithachalla5713]

Thanks a lot for the video. I find it very helpful as I can see what really works for darker skin tones

[@88niteowl88]

Tfs. To everyone reading this, Jesus loves you!

[@pipelayomimiko]

God bless❤

[@onthedre]

Supergoop caused me acne :( I’ll try it again but it was so lit when I used it! Black girl is WAY too oily and my skin looks horrible oily 😭

[@benenon]

Sorry to hear that 😞 hopefully you can find something that works for you!

[@tiffanyheartsu7271]

The black girl sunscreen is not oily friendly :( I’ve been using it for 2 weeks now & I look extremely oily even with powder. And it broke me out. I’m so sad because I wanted to like it

[@benenon]

Oh no! I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. It's definitely on the heavier side. Have you considered trying their make it matte formula?

[@aichatouibrahima7246]

I love your dimples

[@jasminespice3326]

You should try the Kroger Sunscreen Invisible Gel SPF 40 it’s clear like the supergoop one and it’s only $11

[@benenon]

I don't think we have Krogers in Minnesota. Can I order it online?

[@user-bj1ez7wr7n]

@@benenon yes you can

[@elasticcamper]

thank you so much!!! ☺️

[@miyoshithomas2784]

Been using Sun Bum for a couple years but I want to try the Black Girl Sunscreen!

[@benenon]

I think they are pretty similar besides the fragrance. Let me know if you end up trying Black girl sunscreen 😊

[@nightingale2021]

I tried black girl sunscreen. There is no white cast at all. Even if it says it's a lotion, wear lotion under it. My skin is oily/combination/acne prone. It made my skin feel really dry when I didn't wear lotion under it. It also broke out my skin in less than a day. I kept using it for a week just to make sure it was breaking me out and the acne just got worse so I stopped using it

[@yusyna]

I've got the sunbum sunscreen. It's peeling off my skin at the beginning. My eyes are kind of hurting. I'll try it again tomorrow. But it's not as good as I imagined. It's ok for the price but I don't like it. After it peeled off it didn't shine anymore...

[@tanyarogers8833]

thank you sooo much!!!

[@sknight2810]

I think all chemical sunscreen absorb by the body not just a certain filter

[@zahrafatima8169]

great video! thank uu 🤗🤗

[@vianadarvishi592]

Thank you so much for this

[@user-bj1ez7wr7n]

Subscribed! Thank you 😊

[@benenon]

Thanks for subbing!

[@magicgiraffes8883]

I heard that when you’re doing skin care there is a high percentage that your skin care will not even be effective if you do not use SPF mostly because all of your active ingredients can be damaged basically once the sun hits it or the sun’s UV rays and I’ve seen a drastic change in my skin since using SPF But I want to use a zinc spf because I heard zinc helps with acne Not find the zinc that does not leave a terrible white cast or pill

[@benenon]

Oh that makes sense! I'm testing out a few physical sunscreens right now so hopefully that video will be up soon. Make sure you turn on your notifications so you don't miss it :)

[@keiraontiveros2806]

Does the black girl sunscreen have a sunscreen smell? Like the sun bum. I loved the sumbum but the classic sunscreen smell gives me a headache

[@benenon]

It's fragrance free!

[@kemonjoseph3046]

What’s your best overall sunscreen am way darker than and I been struggling to find a sunscreen with a no cast and noshine ? Any suggestion will be appreciated!!thank you

[@benenon]

Big fan of this one for no shine kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2poYF4nr6Lmdk

[@patandersen4271]

Great video well made sweetie thank you

[@benenon]

Thank you 💕

[@sharmarke_mum]

Thank you so much

[@jamesk8s1]

Thanks so much for this video - VERY helpful!! There is a laser called the Alexandrite laser that will 100% remove all sun/dark spots. There is a bout 10 day down time however. But it works like magic!!! I've had it done several times and after my skin is perfectly clear, not a single spot!!!

[@benenon]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@prynkya]

I love supergoop.

[@sams517]

Have you tried the sunbum clear zinc sunscreen in a tub?

[@benenon]

I haven’t tried that one. Do you like it? Does it leave a white cast?

[@sams517]

benenon I haven’t tried it personally myself but I was going to ask if you could so I could see how it looks on dark skin! Apparently it’s marketed as clear zinc on the packaging so it’s not supposed to leave a white cast on dark skin

[@yulig2444]

Por favor prueba, el protector solar babe para miel grasa, saludos desde República Dominicana

[@benenon]

I'll add it to my list :)

[@DLFfitness1]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@Eerie_feelingz]

COOLA is good for melanin skin

[@nwaobialauzoamaka8113]

What does sunscreen smell like 😢?

[@Kay-fp1rx]

Very helpful

[@love_nese7120]

Do you recommend using sunscreen on full body?

[@benenon]

Yes! I just wear what ever I have on hand. The rest of my body isn’t as sensitive to sunscreen so I’m not as picky with body sunscreens.

[@elizeespring]

For the laroche posay, the liquid one doesn’t leave a cast

[@benenon]

Hey could you be more specific on the name of that one? I would like to add it to my list.

[@pearlliehart8106]

Aren’t great physical sunscreens supposed to have titanium dioxide or zinc oxide?? None of the ones you displayed has that. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@benenon]

I think sunscreens that have titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are used in physical/mineral sunscreens. All of the sunscreen I showed here (besides one) are chemical sunscreens.

[@Morgan00111]

Did u wash your face between sunscreens? Or u just layered one on the other

[@benenon]

I washed in between

[@staceej4948]

Do you apply 2 fingers length or how do you measure how much sunscreen to apply each time

[@benenon]

I usually do 2 fingers. Sometimes I measure it out in a tsp but thats not practical for on the go.

[@littlelala7893]

Try Skinnies, a water based sheer broad spectrum gel, can purchase it from TK Maxx in the UK..

[@benenon]

I’m in the US but I’ll see if I can find it online 😊

[@lollip.7269]

My dear, I have oily skin too. Can I use the neutrogena spf spray? I don’t want to feel greasy/shiny.

[@benenon]

You could give it a try but I personally didn't like it that much for my oily skin.

[@joannag2616]

Does sunscreen make you break out? I'm scared that ill make me break out?

[@khaleasymone4808]

No. It protects your skin, you will notice a difference

[@benenon]

If you find the right one for your skin type, no. I will say that some sunscreens are more pore clogging so they may cause breakouts. I didn't have that problem with my top favorites in this video (supergoop, sunbum, or black girl sunscreen).

[@sunnysidewalks4650]

Does the sun bum one give you a matte finish?

[@benenon]

no

[@tommylombardi9734]

Are you supposed to apply sunscreen to your lips too? Or nah?

[@benenon]

Good question! I think you should because its an area that's usually exposed to the sun. SunBum has a good variety of lip balms with chemical and physical sunscreens in them.

[@TTKS818]

I always get darker and sunburned with an orange burnt after. Which won’t make me darker or burned if I’m dark skin tone ?

[@benenon]

Hmm not sure why you're having this issue... Are you reapply sunscreen often? What SPF are you using? Are you applying enough sunscreen? All of these should HELP protect you from burning 😊

[@TTKS818]

@@benenon I’ve tried a few but I get like 10x darker and it’s like an orange burnt flaky skin hue too. I’m scared to use d spf but I need to. I have dark Indian skin but I get sun burn with spf

[@TTKS818]

@@benenon I only tan darker and burn with spf 😭

[@SK-ut6tw]

Last thing your skin needs is sunscreen. You need hot weather and sun.

[@benenon]

lol ok

[@SK-ut6tw]

@@benenon Yes it's true.

[@Kay2be2mr]

@@SK-ut6tw Feel free to ruin your skin and expose yourself to possible skin cancer. That's your choice. But I am curious as to why you'd waste your time searching for these types of videos if you don't believe in sunscreen?...was it boredom? Or are you like a skin care Jehovah's witness where you feel compelled to just spread your sun gospel?

[@SK-ut6tw]

@@Kay2be2mr if she was fair skinned I would be all for it. White/fair skin is highly suseptable to melanoma and sun damage. Dark skin has the opposite problem. High rates of vitimin d deficiency. Which leads to many other ailments. More sun for someone with her tone would benefit her because her complexion require higher sun exposure for health. Whereas someone from say northern Europe doesn't even need sun exposure.

[@nanaadwoa9046]

Please if you put sunscreen on your face how many hours will you stay in sun

[@benenon]

It depends on my day but I apply every 2 hours, especially if I'm in direct sun.

[@nanaadwoa9046]

Thanks

[@Animj90]

Great vid very informative