Quick Summary:
Date Tested: 09/25/2022
In this Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 review, I test a decently performing SPF 30 sunscreen. I say decently, because it protects about as well as a typical SPF 30 should (about 75-85% protection). I do like my sunscreen to protect better than its rating however, so I am slightly biased in my recommendations. However, if you are looking for an SPF 30 then this is a good choice.
The Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 is a chemical (organic) based sunscreen which contains Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 2.75%. A typical cocktail of UV filters for broad spectrum protection.
The Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 reduced UVI by 81.65%, filtered UVA by 81.94%, and blocked UVB by 76.43%. UVB protection could be better, but is rather typical for an SPF30.
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 moisturizing sunscreen lotion ingredients
Active ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 2.75%
Inactive Ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylphthalimide, Carbomer, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Anuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Isopropylphthalimide, Lecithin, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water.
Manufacturers Website: www.blackgirlsunscreen.com
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 moisturizing sunscreen lotion characteristics at a glance:
- A sunscreen which doubles as a moisturizing lotion
- Contains Avocado, Jojoba, Cacao, Carrot Juice, Sun Flower Oil
- Viscosity is good
Prepared slide ready for testing
The Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 has a good consistency and viscosity. Distribution as seen in the sample photo is ok, but not great (as evidenced by the thin middle area).
Below are the results from 2 hours of testing in my UV testing station.
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 moisturizing sunscreen lotion UV blocking test results
Ultraviolet light quick reference:
UVA: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 315nm – 400nm. The “Aging UV light” – Causes wrinkles.
UVB: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 280nm – 315nm. The “Bad UV light” – Causes skin cancer.
UVI: The global sun UV index. The more a sunscreen can reduce the level of UVI, the better.
UV test results:
Ultraviolet sensor readings:
| Before Sunscreen | After Sunscreen | % UV Blocked | |
| TEMP | 85.35 | 86.67 | |
| UVA | 23878.5 | 4312.5 | 81.94% |
| UVB | 1199.5 | 282.75 | 76.43% |
| UVI | 14.03 | 2.58 | 81.65% |
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Testing notes:
This sunscreen tested as good as its rating. If you like the moisturizing benefits of the sunscreen it’s a decent choice, but besides that…the sun protection is pretty ordinary. The website states that the product is made by people of color, for people of color. But this product looks like every other sunscreen on the market as it is still a white colored lotion. Does it dry completely clear? I don’t know. The price point is a bit high too…
Want to try the Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 moisturizing sunscreen lotion?
Decent protection from an SPF 30, about what one could expect for the rating.
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