Dermatologist shares the top 10 sunscreen mistakes that you should avoid if you want to keep your skin healthy and looking great. From not using enough sunscreen to choosing the wrong type of sunscreen, these mistakes will leave you with dark marks and irritation.
Don't make these sunscreen mistakes! By watching this video, you'll be able to avoid them and look good while doing it! So make sure to check it out and learn what you need to do to stay safe and healthy when it comes to sunscreen.
Sunscreen mentioned in the video by skin type and skin concern:
Normal Skin:
Summer Fridays
Supergoop Unseen
Trader joes
Dry Skin:
Naturium Dew Glow $21.99
Supergoop Daily dose
Acne Prone Skin and Oily Skin:
Differin Oil Absorbing SPF 30
Elta MD UV Clear 46 tinted
Elta MD UV Clear Non-tinted
Combination Skin:
Naturium UV Reflect Antioxidant
Fenty Vizor Mineral SPF
Sensitive Skin:
Vanicream with ceramides
Hyperpigmentation:
MD SolarSciences Deep
CoTZ Flawless Richly Tinted
Very High UVA protection:- not available in the U.S.
La Roche Posay
Anthelios UVMUNE400 SPFS0+
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Yes I’ve been using the trader joes sunscreen and it’s amazing and affordable
Literally THE BEST!!! Everytime I go I get one!
It really is!
I love it sooooo much! And it makes my skin glow!
It’s amazing AND it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg! š
I bought one for my mom and was shocked, $5.99 for that is amazing!
Thank you soooo much Dr Stephensšš½šš½šš½ā¤ļøYou always come through with great recommendations. Also I didnāt know VaniCream made an SPFš¤Iām definitely going to grab that one. Thank you againš„³
My pleasure! Thanks for watching
Hi Dr.A, you are a God send! Your advice has helped me so much. Although I am pale, your advice on using gentle approach for the skin and your hyperpigmentation advice for melanin rich skin was exactly what made a difference for me. Not more or stronger! Gentle and consistent, I cannot thank you enough!
Thank you so much! I am thrilled that my videos have been helpful for youš„°
Regarding the amount of sunscreen to use. I think the way people apply sunscreen is also an important factor. If someone measures out the right amount for just the face, but then rub the sunscreen in with the whole surface area of both hands considering that both hands is about 300cm2, basically means someone has 33% less on their face. So the more area someone used of their hands to apply the sunscreen, basically also the more product you need. For the face on average 600cm2, so 1.2 grams, but including those hands, it can be 900cm2, so 1.8 grams. Same when people review a sunscreen on one hand, if they then rub it in with their whole other hand, often also over the wrist what I often see, that is very unlikely the correct amount.
You are correct!
My skin has been doing so well since watching all your tips! I kept thinking it was my diet but it was the skincare products I was using! I was eating pretty healthy and was still breaking out. Never did I think it was my products! I also incorporated the cycle syncing and GAME CHANGER!
So happy the videos have been helpful for youš„°
what is the cycle syncing
@God’s Child Itās when you sync your skincare needs with your menstrual cycle. I just started and I like it so far. Dr. Alexisā video on it is here https://youtu.be/7UPUMcbgFPc
What a blessing you have been to our family as we continue to educate ourselves on proper skin care for our wonderful melanin rich skin. Do you have a few suggestions for lip balms that have sunscreen in their formula?
If we are ever in your area, I will be sure to book an appointment if you are accepting new patients!! š„°
Ive loved naturium, shisedo, and paulas choice for my deep skin. The shisedo wetforce prevented me from getting sunburnt at the pool!!
And I always used vitamin C with my sunscreen now
You are truly doing the Lordās work. These recommendations are fantastic. I use the elta md spf 46 tinted sunscreen but itās not cheap. I work from home and I want to be more vigilant about reapplying my sunscreen so with your recommendations I think Iāll find a cheaper sunscreen to use for just re-applying while still using the EltaMD in my morning routine
I wish it was easier to find more affordable options for sunscreen. Often the biggest barrier for me using less sunscreen than I know I should, or not reapplying, or skipping days is because I genuinely can’t afford to go through so much! It’s difficult enough finding formulas that feel nice on the skin and aren’t filled with a bunch of irritants, but getting it at a sustainable price point is nearly impossible. Using the shot glass measurement as a guide, that’s, what, an entire ounce to cover your body for a single application on a hot summer’s day? It’d take anywhere from a third of the tube to an entire container of sunscreen, depending on the packaging, and that’s just not realistic for those of us without the income to drop $20-30 on a regular basis. I want sunscreen to be more accessible so I can take care of my skin the way I should, but circumstances prevent me from doing that.
I use Black Girl Sunscreen “kids” SPF 50 on my face, it’s $10 for a 3 oz. tube, it’s half the price of the adult version and much less greasy. Equate (Walmart brand) Sunscreen For All Skin Tones spf 50 (8 oz. tube) is less than $6 and leaves me glowing and protected. It’s specifically made for people of color.
Always good to see you Dr. Alexis.I have three sunscreens I use for different situations: Vanicream with ceramides when needs a break, Glowscreen because it has a tint; usually use when I’m going out and want a shine, Vanicream with ceramides moisturizer with 30 when I’m on a run. I like having options so I never leave the house without sunscreenš
Hi Dr. Stephens, I love all your tips. Also, I hope your Mommy is doing great with her healing ā¤ļøāš©¹
Wow, thank you for sharing Dr. Alexis, I was struggling for a long time to seek a great sunscreen for myself and my kids. Thankfully, I watched your video, and I am considering some of your recommendations. These were some helpful tips on how important it is to wear sunscreen.
Thank you for this video, Dr. Stephens! I see in the thumbnail that the Supergoop powder stick has an X over it, implying it may not be the best pick. I use it as my ātouch up sunscreenā during the day, but can you elaborate on why itās not a good one? My first sunscreen applied in the AM is an EltaMD one. Is it just because the powder isnāt enough to protect the skin during the day?
Hi Doc, Iām combination acne-prone , sensitive. I only use mineral sunscreens. I have several different ones like Australian Gold, Versed, EltaMD UV Clear, Suntique IāM SAFE, Inzincable, AXIS-Y. I will try the MDSolarscience one in Deep. ā¤
I have so many friends who are also black and will argue with me that we donāt need to wear sunscreen:.. they even laugh when I say I canāt leave the house until 15 minutes after applying my sunscreen..
These are the same friends who ask me what I do to look so younge
I keep a bottle of sunscreen at my desk and a travel size sunscreen in my purse. At work, I reapply sunscreen before I walk outside for lunch. My travel sunscreen comes in handy when Iām rushing and forget sunscreen in the morning.
Thank you SO much , Dr Stephens for such in-depth and needed information. Itās sincerely appreciated.
Have a wonderful weekend ā„ļøšš½ā„ļø
Thank you for this sunscreen update! Possible for you to do a video focusing on PPD? My face is about 4-5 shades darker than the rest of the skin on my body, so I expect that I have PPD. Would love to know the best treatment options. Should I start with a professional chemical peel?
I’ve been struggling with figuring out how to reapply enough SPF when you’re wearing makeup and can’t remove it during the day! Especially considering that SPF in makeup products is not enough. Does anyone have any tips for reapplication over makeup, recommended products and techniques etc? Loved this video btw!
Same question I haveš„“
Summer Fridays sunscreen has my heart. Itās just the nicest, silkiest thing ever. No sting to the eyes, no cast, feels beautiful. ā¤ Love your videos!