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Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 vs Glowscreen SPF 40

Black Girl Sunscreen Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 edges out Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40, 7.8 to 7.0. It wins on results, formula and value, while the Glowscreen SPF 40 is stronger on texture and feel.

Benefit fingerprints

What each one does.

Black Girl Sunscreen Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30

HydrateClarifyRenewGlowCalm & ProtectHair & ScalpFinish & WearScentMoistureBarrierBreakoutsOil & PoresCleanseLines & FirmnessTextureEye AreaEven ToneRadianceSensitiveProtectRepairShape & ShineScalpFinishWearCoverageLashes & BrowsFloralGourmandFreshWoody & AmberHydratingPlumpingLong-lasting moistureBarrier repairDryness reliefFlaking reliefAcneBlackheadsClogged poresOil controlPore refiningShine controlMakeup removalDouble cleansingFine linesFirmingCrepinessSmoothingResurfacingBumps & KPDark circlesPuffinessDark spotsHyperpigmentationAcne marksBrighteningDullnessGlass skinSoothingRednessIrritation-freeUV protectionNo white castAntioxidantOdor controlDamage repairSplit endsHeat protectionCurl definitionFrizz controlVolumeShineScalp careHair growth supportDandruffColor protectionMatteDewySatinNaturalLong-wearTransfer-proofWaterproofBuildableSheer coverageMedium coverageFull coverageBlurringLash lengthLash volumeCurl holdBrow definitionFloralWhite floralRoseVanillaGourmandCaramelCitrusFresh & cleanAquaticGreenWoodyAmberMuskySpicyHydrateClarifyRenewGlowHair & ScalpFinish & WearScent

Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40

HydrateClarifyRenewGlowCalm & ProtectHair & ScalpFinish & WearScentMoistureBarrierBreakoutsOil & PoresCleanseLines & FirmnessTextureEye AreaEven ToneRadianceSensitiveProtectRepairShape & ShineScalpFinishWearCoverageLashes & BrowsFloralGourmandFreshWoody & AmberHydratingPlumpingLong-lasting moistureBarrier repairDryness reliefFlaking reliefAcneBlackheadsClogged poresOil controlPore refiningShine controlMakeup removalDouble cleansingFine linesFirmingCrepinessSmoothingResurfacingBumps & KPDark circlesPuffinessDark spotsHyperpigmentationAcne marksBrighteningDullnessGlass skinSoothingRednessIrritation-freeUV protectionNo white castAntioxidantOdor controlDamage repairSplit endsHeat protectionCurl definitionFrizz controlVolumeShineScalp careHair growth supportDandruffColor protectionMatteDewySatinNaturalLong-wearTransfer-proofWaterproofBuildableSheer coverageMedium coverageFull coverageBlurringLash lengthLash volumeCurl holdBrow definitionFloralWhite floralRoseVanillaGourmandCaramelCitrusFresh & cleanAquaticGreenWoodyAmberMuskySpicyHydrateClarifyRenewGlowHair & ScalpFinish & WearScent

Side by side

Every detail, compared.

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Beauty score
7.8Good
7.0Fair
Results30% of score
7.8
7.0
Formula & ingredients20% of score
7.2
6.9
Texture & experience15% of score
7.4
7.8
Value20% of score
8.6
6.2
Community love15% of score
8.0
7.7
Community
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PriceTypical, checked by our editors
$18.99/ 3 fl oz / 89 mlDrugstore
$38.00/ 1.7 fl oz / 50 mlMid-range
Price per ounceLowest wins
$6.31 / oz
$22.48 / oz
What it does
  • UV protection
  • No white cast
  • Hydrating
  • Dewy
  • UV protection
  • Dewy
  • Hydrating
  • Sheer coverage
Made for
Dry skin, Normal skin
Normal skin, Combination skin, Dry skin
Format
Sunscreen lotion
Sunscreen lotion
Texture
Moisturizing lotion that the brand says dries completely clear
Lightweight, hydrating lotion with light-reflecting pearls and a sheer tint (brand description)
Finish
Dewy
Radiant
Coverage
—
Sheer
ShadesMore wins
—
4
Sun protection
SPF 30· Chemical filters
SPF 40· Chemical filters
Fragrance-free
—
Yes
Claims
—
Non-comedogenic, Cruelty-free (brand-stated), Vegan
Brand origin
🇺🇸 American beauty
🇺🇸 American beauty
Video reviews
Best for
  • • Dry or normal skin on medium to deep skin tones
  • • An affordable face-and-body daily sunscreen
  • • People who dislike the white cast of mineral sunscreens
  • • Adding glow under or instead of makeup on low-sun days
  • • Normal to dry skin that likes a dewy finish
Strengths
  • Dries clear with no white cast on deep skin tones
  • Moisturizing enough to double as a lotion
  • Water resistant for 80 minutes and usable on face and body
  • Luminous, sunkissed glow that doubles as a makeup primer
  • Four shades, from champagne Sunrise to deeper Sunset
  • Hydrating base with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid
Watch-outs
  • Glowy finish can feel heavy or look shiny on oily skin
  • Plant oils and cocoa butter make it a less obvious pick for very acne-prone skin
  • Shimmer can look metallic and emphasize texture at a full sunscreen dose
  • Not water resistant

FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 or Glowscreen SPF 40?

Black Girl Sunscreen Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 edges out Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40, 7.8 to 7.0. It wins on results, formula and value, while the Glowscreen SPF 40 is stronger on texture and feel.

Which is better value?

Black Girl Sunscreen Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 works out to about $6.31 / oz and Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 to about $22.48 / oz, based on typical non-Amazon retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (results, formula & ingredients, texture & experience, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.