THE 20 BEST SUNSCREENS FOR DARK SKIN TONESTHAT WON’T LEAVE A STREAKY MESS

This tinted formula not only blends into every skin tone with ease (with no white cast), but it's also a game changer for anyone who's looking to step up their anti-aging routine.

Its SPF 50 formula also contains skin saviors like peptides and vitamin E to rejuvenate and plump your skin for a more youthful appearance. It's no wonder why Dr. Emer gave this sunscreen his seal of approval.

When it comes to SPF protection, this is the holiest grail of them all. This sunscreen for dark skin goes on completely sheer, is ultra-lightweight, and has an oil-free formula that won't clog pores.

Plus, it contains exfoliating lactic acid to refresh and refine your pores while it guards against harmful UV rays.

The name truly says it all: This top-rated sunscreen glides onto your skin like a serum and has a completely transparent finish. It guards your complexion with SPF 35, but it feels and looks so light that you'll probably forget you're wearing sunscreen in the first place.

It's no wonder why this weightless formula has sparkling reviews from major beauty authorities like Allure and Who What Wear — it really works.

This sunscreen stands out from the rest for one main reason: It's one of the few sunscreens on the market that's made by people of color, for people of color. This sunscreen has a lotion-like texture that immediately absorbs into skin, creating an invisible veil that protects your complexion from harsh sun rays.

Plus, its good-for-skin formula is infused with all-natural ingredients like avocado, jojoba, cacao, carrot juice, and sunflower oil to nurture your pores throughout the day.

When looking for a sunscreen for dark skin, Dr. Emer suggests grabbing a tinted formula that blends in more seamlessly, like this one from SENTÉ.

This broad-spectrum SPF 52 formula will keep your skin guarded against sun rays without making you look like a ghost, thanks to its tinted formula. It's also infused with antioxidants to guard your pores from free-radical damage.

Who said that you needed to spend more to get quality sun protection? The aisles of your nearest drugstore contain tons of pore-perfecting gems, like this sunscreen for dark skin from Aveeno.

It's gentle enough for all sensitive skin types, and its hydrating formula keeps your complexion looking hydrated without leaving a greasy mess or white cast behind.

If your skin is ultra sensitive and easily irritated, then this gentle, clear SPF is your best option.

This sunscreen for dark skin is a milder reformulation of Shiseido's best-selling original sunscreen formula, made with both sensitive skin types and children in mind. It contains broad-spectrum SPF 50, and it's free of red-flag ingredients like fragrances, alcohol, parabens, and more.

Does your skin tend to feel like an oil slick after putting on sunscreen? Then give your complexion some oil maintenance with this mattifying, award-winning sunscreen from Supergoop!

This sunscreen also has a primer-like consistency that applies completely clear, making it a great choice for deeper skin tones that tend to get greasy throughout the day.

This tinted SPF from ILIA is like the love child of your favorite SPF-enhanced tinted moisturizer and serum. In fact, it's one of many products that we love from the brand.

The Super Serum Skin Tint gives your skin an even, flawless complexion, and it's filled with hydrating essentials like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to give your skin a plumper, dewier appearance.

Don't forget that every part of your face needs sunscreen — yes, even your lips. To give your pout the protection it deserves, this nourishing SPF lip balm is great to stash in your bag.

It guards your lips with SPF 30, keeps them soft and smooth, and has a lovely berry tint that complements all skin tones.

If you're going for a swim, then lotion up with this water-resistant, SPF 50 sunscreen for dark skin. It's a lightweight mineral formula that stays put while you're swimming or working up a sweat for a full 80 minutes, plus, it's free of fragrances and parabens.

Bonus: It has a universal tint that flatters any skin tone.

Tired of putting on sunscreen and foundation? Then grab this 2-in-1 CC cream from It Cosmetics, which evens out your skin tone with its buildable coverage.

Its SPF 50 keeps your pores protected from harsh sun rays, and we love that it comes in a wide range of 12 shades to choose from.

Let's be honest: Sometimes, we just don't have the time (or energy) to slather on globs of sunscreen. So, when you're feeling particularly lazy, this spray-on SPF 100 will suffice.

It's easy to apply, and it instantly dries into a waterproof and sweatproof formula. Plus, it's sheer, so it's a great sunscreen for dark skin in particular.

Although a bit pricey for the size, this facial sunscreen is seriously worth it — there are hundreds of five-star reviews! The formula is tinted with a universal shade that adapts to your skin tone, so you won't be left with a white cast, and some users even use it as a foundation.

Applying your sunscreen once is only half of the work: According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sunscreen should be reapplied every 2 hours during daylight. But if you don't want to mess up your makeup with your usual liquid sunblock, then this powder sunscreen for dark skin will give you all of the coverage you need.

It comes in four different skin tone shades and instantly blends in while controlling any excess oil. The result: SPF with your foundation still fully intact.

Don't let the white hue of this sunscreen stick fool you — once it touches your skin, it leaves behind a clear finish that makes your skin glisten in the sun like an Amazonian goddess. Plus, it also gives your skin a softer feel, thanks to the coconut oil in the formula.

This SPF stick is perfect for touch-ups around the delicate areas of your skin like your eyes, nose, and lips, and even tattoos.

If you'd rather stick to your regular foundation, then try getting an added dose of SPF with Murad's priming sunscreen for dark skin.

Its mattifying formula creates a creaseless, smooth canvas for your other beauty products, and it's transparent enough to wear on its own.

If you're looking for a sunscreen that's also coral reef-safe, try a physical sunscreen. Also known as natural sunscreen, these SPFs are known for using active mineral ingredients to protect your skin from UV rays.

This sunscreen from Dermalogica is our favorite physical sunscreen for dark skin for its lightweight, transparent finish that won't leave a grainy, streaky finish behind. Plus, it layers perfectly under any of your favorite makeup products.

Don't give all the attention to your face: According to the American Academy of Dermatology, you should be using at least 1 ounce — the equivalent of a shot glass — of sunscreen to cover your entire body every day.

But, if a head-to-toe ashy finish is what you fear, don't fret, because this sunscreen will keep white cast at bay for good. This creamy formula from Clinique absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a single white streak or smear behind. Plus, this gentle sunscreen for dark skin contains antioxidants to help repair and prevent visible skin damage.

These invisible booster drops from COVER FX are an amazing way to fit SPF into your makeup routine.

It can be used under makeup as a lightweight priming base, on top of your foundation for a mattifying finish, or all by itself during those no-makeup days. Just a few drops and you're all set to bask in the sunshine.