ArticleInternational journal of women's dermatology2021
Sunscreen recommendations for patients with skin of color in the popular press and in the dermatology clinic.
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22 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Beyond Tint: Active Ingredient Strategies for Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation due to Visible Light in Skin of Color.Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine · 2026Review
- Beyond Melanin: A Literature Review of Photoprotection Mechanisms and Gaps in Skin of Color.Cureus · 2026Review
- Visible Light Protection Strategies for Diverse Populations.Dermatology and therapy · 2026Review
- Sun Protection Advice for the South African Population for the Prevention and Management of Skin Diseases.International journal of dermatology · 2026Review
- A survey of how frequently UK-based dermatology clinicians apply sun protection factor and the variables influencing this.Skin health and disease · 2025Article
- Sunscreens in pigmentary disorders: time to revise the message.Photochemical & photobiological sciences : Official journal of the European Photochemistry Association and the European Society for Photobiology · 2025Article
- Sun Protection Used by Cyclists in Southern Brazil.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Article
- Investigating Skin Cancer Risk and Sun Safety Practices Among LGBTQ+ Communities in Canada.Current oncology (Toronto, Ont.) · 2024Article
- An overlooked risk for skin health: Less availability and higher cost of sunscreen for people with melanated skin.Dialogues in health · 2024Article
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- Risk perception and use of personal care products by race and ethnicity among a diverse population.UCL open. Environment · 2024Article
- Reinforcing Photoprotection for Skin of Color: A Narrative Review.Dermatology and therapy · 2023Review
- Cost and quality in consumer sunscreen preferences.Archives of dermatological research · 2023Article
- Photoprotection in skin of color.Photochemical & photobiological sciences : Official journal of the European Photochemistry Association and the European Society for Photobiology · 2023Review
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- Melasma: The need for tailored photoprotection to improve clinical outcomes.Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine · 2022Review
- Photoprotection for Skin of Color.American journal of clinical dermatology · 2022Review
- Unravelling the Hydration Barrier of Lignin Oleate Nanoparticles for Acid- and Base-Catalyzed Functionalization in Dispersion State.Angewandte Chemie (International ed. in English) · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundPatients with skin of color are at risk for skin cancer, pigmentary disorders, and photo-exacerbated conditions but find it challenging to use sunscreens on the market that leave an obvious residue on their skin.
objectiveThe objective of this study was to examine sunscreen recommendations from the popular press and from practicing dermatologists for patients with skin of color.
methodsWe queried the Google search engine with the following search terms: "Sunscreen" with "skin of color," "dark skin," "black skin." For comparison, we also searched for "sunscreen" with "white skin," "pale skin," and "fair skin." We conducted an anonymous survey regarding sunscreen recommendations among dermatology trainees and board-certified dermatologists.
resultsWebsites with recommendations on sunscreens for patients with skin of color compared with sunscreens for white or fair skin were more likely to recommend chemical sunscreens (70% vs. 36%) and more expensive products (median: $14 vs. $11.3 per ounce), despite the lower sun protection factor level (median: 32.5 vs. 50). In our survey study, dermatologists were overall cost-conscious and felt that sun protection factor level, broad spectrum (ultraviolet A/B protection), and price were the most important features of sunscreens for their patients. Cosmetic elegance was deemed least important. Dermatologists overall counseled patients with skin of color less on sunscreen use, and 42.9% reported that they either never, rarely, or only sometimes take patients' skin type into account when making sunscreen recommendations.
conclusionThese data represent an area for growth within dermatology to improve culturally competent care by gaining familiarity with sunscreen types and formulations that are geared toward patients with skin of color.
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