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Given that your channel is tailored to people of colour, I do think it is important that you use certain scientific epithets with greater caution. For instance, within your introduction in this video, you stated that most cosmetics on the market are manufactured by the west for Caucasian people. As a doctor you surely must be endowed with the gen necessary to elude the common misconception that Caucasian people are all "white". In fact Caucasian people would include peoples from N. Africa, Western Asia and South Asia - which would thus include your native origin. Consequently you too are Caucasian but not "white." Given your platform and focus on colour, I believe it to be an obligation almost, to deter from the spread of misinformation by providing accurately educational content.
I wanted to take the time to say thank you. You have enriched us with honest and knowledgeable information that we have lacked for way too long. Thank you for your effort.
I think you need to launch a sunscreen, eye cream, serums, night creams, cleansers and other relevant skincare products that will protect our skin from hyperpigmentation but also improve it. I honestly don't know what to buy now. I've switched to ordinary now.
You should definitely make a line specifically for skin of color! Thank you so much for putting out free educational content for taking care of skin of color!
I literally went ‘Perfume’ when u said ‘and they went ahead and added u know what’. I have watched ur videos way too much. I threw out 3 bottles of sunscreens I bought for my kids when summer started here and went ahead and bought ur recommendations for them. I love ur channel so much. Thank you 🙏
I find it sooo chalky and flaky! I tried using moisturiser underneath but it's still chalky. Don't know what I'm doing wrong! Any suggestions or maybe it's just not for me?
r same girl!!! It's probably more suitable for oily skin, I have dry skin so it is not the best for me. Buy the normal one, not the anti-shine one, and you should be good!!!
I have completely changed my skincare routine thanks to you! I have purchased your suggested mineral sunscreens, stopped using chemical sunscreen and have noticed a positive change in the way my skin looks! Thank you so much!
Dr. V you are just amazing! ❤ I didnt expect this brand to be so bad thanks for the information provided and the research done. I nearly bought one of these products because another brown sister said she loved it. I'll go back and tell her to watch your video on this. You are helping us immensely! Thank you!
Dr V you're just too good at what you do, simply a professional to the core, I'm just too impatient to here you speak before I give you a thumbs up. Keep it up and God bless you
Ok but you are absolutely gorgeous! I have told all my family and friends about this channel! Thank you Dr V for educating us. I cannot believe these companies get away with these awful products, little do their consumers know!
I use the invisible fluid because it's the only sunscreen that doesn't have perfume, doesn't leave me looking like a ghost, and doesn't sting my eyes. Also, the options are limited in my country, and online shopping taxes are really expensive. I guess I'll stick with it. I'm tired of looking for a sunscreen.
Same here The La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+ has been the only sunscreen that has been good for my skin, not greasy,does not sting and just has a flawless finish....I am so so tired of buying sunscreens. I will stick with this one 😩🙌🏿🙌🏿
@@vasanthazulu1045 Please help I have gotten eczema prone skin and having very visible hyperpigmentation right now will this product work for me I have sensitive skin
If it has chemical filters, don't settle. There are many mineral-only sunscreens to have little to no white cast, and no irritants like fragrances. Dr. V's own Inzincable sunscreen has no white cast
I just bought some la Roche products but opted out of the sunscreen and settled for a mineral Neutogena sunscreen and cheap! After listening to this one I am glad I didn't get La Roche.
I would really love a video on a top 10 mineral (or even chemical), non-tinted sunscreens without Denatured Alcohol, that do not leave a cast for dark skin. I have looked through all of my sunscreens and they all have denatured alcohol. And I have yet to find a readily available mineral sunscreen available in Europe that does not leave a cast on dark skin. Tinted sunscreen especially during all this mask wearing is not preferable at all.
Have you tried the IMAGE skincare prevention daily matte moisturizer? Its non tinted, mineral, no den. alcohol and its SPF 32. It leaves no white cast (I have medium dark skin)
I used to applied Anthelios Mineral for more than a year! And used to love it. At the beginning of this 2021 I noticed that was drying my skin very bad all around my mouth and chin area! And right now I still struggling from a lot dryness in all that area. Looking forward to find the right sun cream for me.
Thank you for this knowledge. I'm from South Africa and there is a huge knowledge gap in terms of good products for our skin despite majority of the population being black. Thank you for lifting the veil
Thank you so much for this video, as an Asian with quite dark skin, I appreciate this video so much! I was actually putting an order through with this spf in it, however I thought I should check reviews first, so glad I came across this channel! Thank you again 🙏🏽
In France, the third suncreen was recommended from a website written by doctors in pharmacology, so I wasn't really scared (and they also had roasted the other products because of alcohol, fragrance or spray). But I'm still very happy to have a second opinion from a healthcare professional. Thank you for this interesting video !
I really love the shaka fluid, it's super resistant and has an amazing UVA protection. I don't feel like it's drying my skin but i am not gonna use it everyday anymore. maybe just on days when I get a lot of exposion. The fact that it's liquid and light make it easy to put several layers of it and to make sure that's properly protected ( quantity wise )
I came here from Dr. Dray’s review on this brand. It would be so cool to have you two discuss sunscreen as you both have your individual perspectives, experience etc.
I recently started watching this channel and I'm blown away with the wealth of information particularly for skin of color. Thought I was hooked to Dr Dray but I found a new best friend. Thanks for the valuable info.
I think that it would be more helpful to do a day/night routine for oily/acne, dry, combination and normal skin with the products we should use (cleanser, exfoliant, serum, moisturizer and any actives/oils) as the priority and then the reviews of brands. I think many of us just want to know what IS good for us so we can purchase it and get started and the information on the other popular brands is just extra info. Can you do that?
Hi! I'm a black woman who has struggled with acne for the longest time... however I've noticed great improvement with LA ROCHE 😊😊😊😊it's been the absolute best so far 👌
I just stopped using the aveeno ultra calming moisturizer with spf 15 after two weeks because it was irritating my skin and stung and gave me rashes not knowing it can get into breastmilk 😭😭😭 and I’ve been breastfeeding while using it. Thank you for your honest reviews, Dr. V!
Thank you! I literally have 4 of these on my boots online basket and I planned on sending to my family in Africa to protect while using the ordinary products. So happy I saw this 1st. 🙏🏽❤
I'd love a similar video on the Supergoop sunscreens! Also, guilty of using la roche posay ultra fluid lotion spf. But i will be putting it away now. Definitely gonna try some mineral sunscreens!
I love this channel. I just found it and immediately subscribed. Honest, straight forward reviews and info for people with brown and dark skin!!! Amazing.
She said in a video that drugstore sunscreen are not the best. Sigh. Been trying to get one, but apparently, drugstore not so good. I would try the Cerave but everyone said it leaves a white cast.
Sparkle Sparkling Sparks the cerave am lotion does not leave a white cast if you rub it in, but the issue with it is that it only has spf 30 so you would have to apply a lot and frequently if you want anti hyperpigmentation protection
I am using anthelios xl non perfumed but it has alchohol debate as 3 rd ingredient it was reviewed as one of the best sunscreens in Cosmo I am shocked thAt it’s not good for Asian skin as I have a bit of melasma
Hi dr v. I am so surprised and very disappointed with la Roche posay. I had been wearing this sunscreen for 2 years and re applying and on my kids. I had done so much research on this and EVERYONE recommended this brand of sunscreen. I now have melasoma and I’m heartbroken that all my years I did damage based on wrong info for my skin colour and spent my hard earned money on this expensive sunscreen. Thank you so much for doing this. Now I have to correct my skin care and repair the damage.
I love your channel and have learned so much and finally someone to talk about skin of color. Can you please review Honest beauty and Hado Labo products? Thank you
Another great video! Ever since you recommended physical over chemical, I knew I wouldn’t be buying sunscreen from this brand anyway. But it was great to see the breakdown ☺️☺️
@@vanitarattan Do you know of any physical sunscreens that works for ppl with polymorphic light eruption. I have been using Eucerin sun allergy formula. I had to buy on Amazon bc its only sold in the UK. So, far, it has worked for me. However, I haven't been to the beach to do a real test.
I use the La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL ultra light invisible mist and found this to be the best to prevent Indian skin from tanning.I have been using this product for 2yrs and am totally happy.Its the best from all drug store brands to prevent skin tanning.
I am Hispanic and You are correct. I used this product as a sample. Initially I loved it because it was light but after a while my face was very dry. It had cardboard look and feel. I am glad it was just a small sample. I much rather use ceraVe.
Can you recommend sunscreen that aren’t tinted. Or a review on k-beauty sunscreen like purito’s, krave beauty, Misha and biore and manymore. Thankyou Love what you are doing. We people of color need this.
Priyanka Lakshmi BK hey, I have seen one where she recommends tinted sunscreen. I don’t wear makeup, so I don’t like how tinted sunscreen sits on my face. If you know anyother video that she has done besides that one. Please share.
Shes right, this brand has been recommended by several derms including dr dray and dr lim. When i looked at the products myself at the store i was confused by the ingredients and why these derms love and recommend them. Maybe they're getting paid i dont know but im glad i went with my gut and avoided them which is not hard, they are so expensive!
I literally just used the athelios ultra light version for the first time today after purchasing yesterday. So sad about the alcohol 😭😭😭. I find it so difficult to find a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white/purple cast as I have dark skin. Back to the drawing board. I’ve learnt so much from watching these videos 🤍
@@Empress003 hi! I believe they recommended the COSRX aloe sun cream. Which I found to be very good. The bondi sands SPF 50 is also excellent in terms of not leaving a white cast but can be greasy if you already have oily skin or use too much. The Paula’s choice youth extending SPF is my current favourite though 😊
@@pinkfrosting0 dr v is a product formulator!! being a board certified derm aint shit!! she can barely pronouce the chemicals in the damn products!!! also she is white and has no clue about coloured skin!! u really think a dermatologist knows better than a chemical formulator??? please!!! dr v did medical science and cosmetic science!!
Cher cher as I understand your point, I think the problem here is mostly about what they’re good at. I saw many professionals, from dermatologists to reseachers in skincare biology, as well as a lot of esthetician (mostly PoC) recommending this product, underlining the high content of denat. alcohol in the formula but clearly stating it’s not a bad ingredient within sunscreen & you should choose your sunscreen according to your skin type. Of course, denat. alcohol might be drying for the skin, which is why you need to moisturise and not use it on a very dry skin. A lot of « good » sunscreens got denat. alcohol in their formula. That’s not a bad thing, but once again, you should use a product only if it fits your skin needs and problematics.
I've just finished a bottle of the oil control gel creme. Now it may be from a combined effort of my skincare regimen (AM vit C, PM retinol+niacinamide, moisturizer), but my skin does look better now. No negatice side effect
Hi everyone. South Asian here. I am currently suffering a very bad reaction to this sunscreen, my face and neck are red, burning and swollen. Please be careful 🙏🏼
Damn, I have two of the ultralight sunscreens. Oh well, is guess I will finish before I switch. Can you please review the purito unscented sunscreen ? :)
While she works on that, my experience....love the purito centella but the comfy water mineral one pills so badly throughout the day and forget about reapplying it or wearing makeup.
I was wondering about purito too! I saw a reddit thread talking about how anecdotally it’s not a very good sunscreen (people have been burning and tanning with it) apparently the UVA/B rating standards in Korea aren’t as good as in Europe
I’m extremely pale but i’m trying to only support brands that have products that suit all skin types, whether that be makeup shades or sun creams/skin care products that work for darker skin tones so thank you for your channel!
I tried LaRoche...100. I didn't like it. I do believe chemicals sunscreens can work very well. However, if I can get the same protection from mineral, go that route. The best chemical I used was Neutrogena 100. That's discontinued. Blue lizard, California baby, Cerve 30, badger have all been really good granted they haven't changed formulas for the worst. ❤️. Thank you.
that’s because there is nothing horribly wrong with the products....if you have dry skin and can’t tolerate denatured alcohol then def don’t use. they have non fragranced options which is always good.
@@2015kevinf Not really about tolerating the product but denatured alcohol is stripping to skin and eventually will impact your skin over time particularly your skin barrier.
fungirl0123456 the scientific literature just doesn’t support this. the lipids in the stratum corneum are left unchanged after the alcohol dries immediately. unless your skin barrier is already compromised or you are dry, you should not really have much problem. many products have denat alcohol that - when applied - are moisturizing to the skin. additionally alcohol denat acts acts to increase the penetration of active ingredient, which you may or may not want to avoid. for example fragrance with the alcohol can increase the likelihood of irritation. however LRP offers fragrance free options of almost every product and the UVA protection is among the highest.
@@2015kevinf La Roche Posay along with Vichy has the best suncreen on the market. Here in Europe are the most loved and sold suncreen, and for a good reason. Plus Anthelios has a physical sunscreen line, the chemical one is just an option.
I used the anthelios spf 50 for about two weeks early summer last year and I had two horrible reactions. 1. My eyes will water badly 2. My breakouts worsened immediately. I actually threw it away out of annoyance
That’s because she doesn’t rlly know what she’s talking about. Formulation matters but just because a product uses an ingredient that has the potential to be irritating doesn’t guarantee that it will be. Almost no one has reported irritation using these products. It’s one of the most respected sunscreen brands on the market Bc it’s literally the most protective.
I really enjoyed this video and the detail you put into it. The only thing i will disagree with is how much kids care about the white cast from sunscreen. I personally remember as a child refusing to wear sunscreen because of how it looked and by the time i could make my own choices made the horrible decision to stray away from it (im not as old as i make myself sound lol only 20). This was and is still a common complaint i hear from kids and adults alike, i know people to this day who dont like sunscreen because of the misconception that whitecast is the only option.
I used La Roche Posey for dark mark to even the skin and my skin on my cheek bones went read and swollen for a few days and with in two weeks I got hyper pigmentations melasma and I never have that. I am South America with olive skin. I use organic products as I am allergic to many things specially chimichels and sintetics. And seens I try retinol and La Roche Posey for dark marks, my skin became horrible, irritated, thick but not soft, and large open pores.
Dr Dray’s confirmed multiple times that the alcohol will evaporate almost immediately after application. furthermore, she’s quoted multiple studies showing that ethyl alcohol applied very regularly at a 60% level (at least) showed little to no damage to the skin barrier... i’m sorry but i really don’t think the alcohol is sufficiently damaging to warrant all of this fear-mongering, the shaka fluid is an excellent sunscreen, easily applied, matte finish, not excessively hydrating and offers great protection.
alcohol is very important in sunscreens, particularly those containing the newer chemical filters with high molecular weight, it’s important for dispersion of the filters throughout the vehicle
please may you provide some evidence for the “instant harm” caused when alcohol makes contact with the skin? I can see that it may speed up TEWL as it evaporates (as will most liquids when evaporating off of skin) however i am curious to know where you learnt about the fundamentally damaging effects of alcohol
what’s more, the shaka fluid contains humectants to counter and offset (if any) loss of water caused by the alcohol as it evaporates, namely propanediol
Hi Dr. V! You’re videos have been nothing short of amazing. Love how informative they are! What do you think of the Aveeno daily moisturizing lotion and Avene spf 50 mineral fluid ?
@@vanitarattan would love a review on this one as well it has Zinc. I'm specifically looking for a physical sunscreen that's affordable. The ones you mentioned are sadly not readily available in North America. Neutrogena Face Sunscreen SPF 50, Ultra Sheer Dry Touch, Non-comedogenic www.amazon.ca/Neutrogena-Sunscreen-Ultra-Non-comedogenic-Resistant/dp/B07KF4WVFS
Oh geez. I just tried this this morning and at first, I loved that it wasn't greasy AT ALL but THEN it seems drying. I miss the feeling of moisturizer. I don't want to use moisturizer AND sunscreen. This explains everything.
Thank you SO much. I had stocked up on this in a sale on the recommendation of another youtube dermatologist who is not a woman of colour. This is before I discovered your channel.
I never knew skincare products are designed for white skin. My skin is white, but super super sensitive... But thank you for this new information. You're a very pleasant person to watch
As a caucasian, I have burned the top layer of my skin off when I was a child, including the face. I feel like it really set me up for years of sensitivity though.
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! I am so glad I found your channel. I am obsessed with my skin and you have helped me so much in the 1 week I have found you. THANK YOU 🙏
Thank so much for all the info... PLEASE can u make a review on EUCERIN Sunscreen PIGMENT CONTROL for hyperpigmentation. would it really help diminish hyperpigmentation. What are your fave sunscreen. Thank you in advance.
I actually had one of these sunscreens in my cart ready to order it. I have started looking at your videos today & since deleted it. I would like to find a good sunscreen since I have been educating myself on skin care. I have a darker complexion so the one that has the zinc really would be a disaster on me.
Hello Dr. V, I am so grateful to educating us and doing these videos which is very helpful. You save my money and especially my skin 🙏. Thank you so much💕
I used the first sunscreen she talked about and on the first day my hyperpigmentation drastically increased and my unnoticeable patches seemed to be more prominent and darker.That was the first and last day of using this brand.
How did it take me so long to find this channel! Thanks for your videos Dr V! I know you have not monetized the channel because you're not looking to make money from this but UA-cam seems to push monetized videos more and you might be able to reach more people if the channel is monetized. You could maybe do giveaways with the ad revenue, or donate it (or keep it, it's not my business to say what one should do with the money they make) but I think a monetized channel would probably be pushed more by UA-cam and you could reach more people!
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Given that your channel is tailored to people of colour, I do think it is important that you use certain scientific epithets with greater caution. For instance, within your introduction in this video, you stated that most cosmetics on the market are manufactured by the west for Caucasian people. As a doctor you surely must be endowed with the gen necessary to elude the common misconception that Caucasian people are all "white". In fact Caucasian people would include peoples from N. Africa, Western Asia and South Asia - which would thus include your native origin. Consequently you too are Caucasian but not "white."
Given your platform and focus on colour, I believe it to be an obligation almost, to deter from the spread of misinformation by providing accurately educational content.
I wanted to take the time to say thank you. You have enriched us with honest and knowledgeable information that we have lacked for way too long. Thank you for your effort.
Thankyou so much! xxx
Dr. Vanita Rattan The Hyperpigmentation Clinic I am just wondering do you do online consultation for client outside Uk in Australia?
Honestly, thank you so much for being transparent! You’re appreciated :)
I think you need to launch a sunscreen, eye cream, serums, night creams, cleansers and other relevant skincare products that will protect our skin from hyperpigmentation but also improve it. I honestly don't know what to buy now. I've switched to ordinary now.
maryam iftikhar the same here.... all dermatologist recommend this brand yet it has dent alcohol:(
@@irresistiblep0 brown skin can sometimes be too hard to handle 😥
I totally agree! We need your products in South Africa Doc! Thank you for all you do, God Bless.
I agree! I would buy your products without thinking twice!
Yeah, my armpits need help badly.
You should definitely make a line specifically for skin of color! Thank you so much for putting out free educational content for taking care of skin of color!
Most welcome🙏🏽🧡
@@vanitarattan What type of Hat do you recommend for being out in the sun. I have Lupus.
@@vanitarattan Love you lots Dr V
Been using this brand for generations and we love it! And even our grandparents used it and have excellent skin.
I literally went ‘Perfume’ when u said ‘and they went ahead and added u know what’. I have watched ur videos way too much.
I threw out 3 bottles of sunscreens I bought for my kids when summer started here and went ahead and bought ur recommendations for them. I love ur channel so much.
Thank you 🙏
hehe- Aww thankyou so much!
You’re literally one of the prettiest ladies I’ve ever seen in my life!! Love from Germany
You are seriously making your mark in such a distinguishable way! Couldn't thank you enough! And please create your skincare line
I use LaRoche Posay ANTHELIOS ANTI SHINE and My skin improved a LOT
Is that the one in the gray tube that says it’s a primer?
Do you have active acne?
I find it sooo chalky and flaky! I tried using moisturiser underneath but it's still chalky. Don't know what I'm doing wrong! Any suggestions or maybe it's just not for me?
r same girl!!! It's probably more suitable for oily skin, I have dry skin so it is not the best for me. Buy the normal one, not the anti-shine one, and you should be good!!!
@@missNCW it is same for me. Very flaky! (I have very oily skin)
Even as a caucasian male I love watching your videos because they are science based and not merely subjective as most content on UA-cam. Keep on!
I have completely changed my skincare routine thanks to you! I have purchased your suggested mineral sunscreens, stopped using chemical sunscreen and have noticed a positive change in the way my skin looks! Thank you so much!
Can u pls tell me, which sunscreen??
Which ones
I would like to know which sunscreen you are using?
@@umarathod5689 pls reply for this
Dr. V you are just amazing! ❤
I didnt expect this brand to be so bad thanks for the information provided and the research done.
I nearly bought one of these products because another brown sister said she loved it. I'll go back and tell her to watch your video on this. You are helping us immensely! Thank you!
Dang, I've been proudly using LaRoche Pose ultra light spf 50, Lawd have mercy.
Same im cryingy
Dr V you're just too good at what you do, simply a professional to the core, I'm just too impatient to here you speak before I give you a thumbs up. Keep it up and God bless you
Ok but you are absolutely gorgeous! I have told all my family and friends about this channel! Thank you Dr V for educating us. I cannot believe these companies get away with these awful products, little do their consumers know!
Aww thankyou xx
I use the invisible fluid because it's the only sunscreen that doesn't have perfume, doesn't leave me looking like a ghost, and doesn't sting my eyes. Also, the options are limited in my country, and online shopping taxes are really expensive. I guess I'll stick with it. I'm tired of looking for a sunscreen.
Same here The La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+ has been the only sunscreen that has been good for my skin, not greasy,does not sting and just has a flawless finish....I am so so tired of buying sunscreens. I will stick with this one 😩🙌🏿🙌🏿
@@vasanthazulu1045 x2
@@vasanthazulu1045 Please help I have gotten eczema prone skin and having very visible hyperpigmentation right now will this product work for me I have sensitive skin
If it has chemical filters, don't settle. There are many mineral-only sunscreens to have little to no white cast, and no irritants like fragrances. Dr. V's own Inzincable sunscreen has no white cast
@@carpediemearth shipping is EXPENSIVE. At this point im ready to settle. Of i find something GREAT, if not🤷🏽♀️😩
I just bought some la Roche products but opted out of the sunscreen and settled for a mineral Neutogena sunscreen and cheap! After listening to this one I am glad I didn't get La Roche.
I would really love a video on a top 10 mineral (or even chemical), non-tinted sunscreens without Denatured Alcohol, that do not leave a cast for dark skin. I have looked through all of my sunscreens and they all have denatured alcohol. And I have yet to find a readily available mineral sunscreen available in Europe that does not leave a cast on dark skin. Tinted sunscreen especially during all this mask wearing is not preferable at all.
Sun block mineral sunscreen from eco cosmetics is great.
Have you tried the IMAGE skincare prevention daily matte moisturizer? Its non tinted, mineral, no den. alcohol and its SPF 32. It leaves no white cast (I have medium dark skin)
Yessss agreed
I used to applied Anthelios Mineral for more than a year! And used to love it. At the beginning of this 2021 I noticed that was drying my skin very bad all around my mouth and chin area! And right now I still struggling from a lot dryness in all that area. Looking forward to find the right sun cream for me.
Use cetaphil to help with the dryness. Highly recommend
Thank you for this knowledge. I'm from South Africa and there is a huge knowledge gap in terms of good products for our skin despite majority of the population being black. Thank you for lifting the veil
Thankyou... my pleasure xx
@@vanitarattan I'm also in south Africa. I take notes while watching your Vids. True godsend
Thank you so much for this video, as an Asian with quite dark skin, I appreciate this video so much! I was actually putting an order through with this spf in it, however I thought I should check reviews first, so glad I came across this channel! Thank you again 🙏🏽
I would like to see a review of Eucerin sunscreens
Thank you for amazing content!
In France, the third suncreen was recommended from a website written by doctors in pharmacology, so I wasn't really scared (and they also had roasted the other products because of alcohol, fragrance or spray).
But I'm still very happy to have a second opinion from a healthcare professional.
Thank you for this interesting video !
but we as customers have to use the knowledge from this professional and check it ourselves...😒
I've watched hundreds of sunscreen videos, never knew chemical sunscreens could cause issues with melasma. I'm glad I watched this.
Beauty and intelligence combined. Your skin is flawless! 😍
I absolutely love this doctor ... her facial expression beat mine!
I really love the shaka fluid, it's super resistant and has an amazing UVA protection. I don't feel like it's drying my skin but i am not gonna use it everyday anymore. maybe just on days when I get a lot of exposion. The fact that it's liquid and light make it easy to put several layers of it and to make sure that's properly protected ( quantity wise )
I usually use it during the summer because it is the only one which does not melt and physically blind me :)) other ones just melt off
I love it too
I came here from Dr. Dray’s review on this brand. It would be so cool to have you two discuss sunscreen as you both have your individual perspectives, experience etc.
Dr V is referring to skin of colour user….i am one and so Grateful to her review.
I’m amazed that you share this content for free. Thank you!
Hi Dr V, could you do a Hada Labo brand review, specifically their sunscreen which is called: UV white Gel. thanks!!
Omg I just wrote this exact comment. This is the SPF I use and I love it but would love to know if she thinks it is good enough sun protection.
Hado labo brilliant Japanese skincare is gold standard 🙏
I recently started watching this channel and I'm blown away with the wealth of information particularly for skin of color. Thought I was hooked to Dr Dray but I found a new best friend. Thanks for the valuable info.
I love LRP, as I watch this I am using anthelios. So light and creamy. My dry middle eastern skin loves it. I layer it with Elta MD UV clear tinted.
I think that it would be more helpful to do a day/night routine for oily/acne, dry, combination and normal skin with the products we should use (cleanser, exfoliant, serum, moisturizer and any actives/oils) as the priority and then the reviews of brands. I think many of us just want to know what IS good for us so we can purchase it and get started and the information on the other popular brands is just extra info. Can you do that?
I bought LRP sunscreen because many dermatologist/aesthetic doctor recommended this. 😥
Hi! I'm a black woman who has struggled with acne for the longest time... however I've noticed great improvement with LA ROCHE 😊😊😊😊it's been the absolute best so far 👌
"when you look like a wet seal would be a nice look" 🤣🤣🤣🤣 you're hilarious! Entertaining and informative at the same time. 👍👏
🙈😅
Yes I love her too..she is sweet🤗
I was about to buy this sunscreen. I’m so glad i didn’t, thank you
I just stopped using the aveeno ultra calming moisturizer with spf 15 after two weeks because it was irritating my skin and stung and gave me rashes not knowing it can get into breastmilk 😭😭😭 and I’ve been breastfeeding while using it. Thank you for your honest reviews, Dr. V!
Thank you! I literally have 4 of these on my boots online basket and I planned on sending to my family in Africa to protect while using the ordinary products. So happy I saw this 1st. 🙏🏽❤
THANK YOU for taking the time to share your knowledge and help us be informed consumers! I love your videos... watching from Puerto Rico 💖
Aww thankyou!
Been waiting for this for so long !!!! Thank you ♥️
Thankyou! xxx
@@vanitarattan please could you do a video of how to treat acne
I'd love a similar video on the Supergoop sunscreens!
Also, guilty of using la roche posay ultra fluid lotion spf. But i will be putting it away now. Definitely gonna try some mineral sunscreens!
I love this channel. I just found it and immediately subscribed. Honest, straight forward reviews and info for people with brown and dark skin!!! Amazing.
I always buy Japanese and Korean sunscreen, I find that most don't have a white cast and are great for coloured skin
Please suggest some budget friendly, easily available and aesthetically pleasing sunscreen 🙏
Omg! I have been sui g it my skin is getting g worst. Bigger darker spots.
She said in a video that drugstore sunscreen are not the best. Sigh. Been trying to get one, but apparently, drugstore not so good. I would try the Cerave but everyone said it leaves a white cast.
Sparkle Sparkling Sparks the cerave am lotion does not leave a white cast if you rub it in, but the issue with it is that it only has spf 30 so you would have to apply a lot and frequently if you want anti hyperpigmentation protection
What’s your view on dr dray review who listed la Roche posay as one of the top 5 sunscreen
I am using anthelios xl non perfumed but it has alchohol debate as 3 rd ingredient it was reviewed as one of the best sunscreens in Cosmo I am shocked thAt it’s not good for Asian skin as I have a bit of melasma
So confused, when dermatologist dr dray has this brand in her top 5 sunscreens of 2020.
She does not recommend these sunscreens with this ingredients.
Hi dr v. I am so surprised and very disappointed with la Roche posay. I had been wearing this sunscreen for 2 years and re applying and on my kids. I had done so much research on this and EVERYONE recommended this brand of sunscreen. I now have melasoma and I’m heartbroken that all my years I did damage based on wrong info for my skin colour and spent my hard earned money on this expensive sunscreen. Thank you so much for doing this. Now I have to correct my skin care and repair the damage.
Just came across your channel whilst researching a skincare routine for my skin. Love how informative you are, and so well spoken!
I love your channel and have learned so much and finally someone to talk about skin of color. Can you please review Honest beauty and Hado Labo products? Thank you
Another great video! Ever since you recommended physical over chemical, I knew I wouldn’t be buying sunscreen from this brand anyway. But it was great to see the breakdown ☺️☺️
well done! xxx
@@vanitarattan Do you know of any physical sunscreens that works for ppl with polymorphic light eruption. I have been using Eucerin sun allergy formula. I had to buy on Amazon bc its only sold in the UK. So, far, it has worked for me. However, I haven't been to the beach to do a real test.
Which sunscreen do you use then ?
I use the La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL ultra light invisible mist and found this to be the best to prevent Indian skin from tanning.I have been using this product for 2yrs and am totally happy.Its the best from all drug store brands to prevent skin tanning.
Is that a mineral sunscreen..my 13 yr old son getting tanned , could u please recommend best mineral based sunscreen for kids
I am Hispanic and You are correct. I used this product as a sample. Initially I loved it because it was light but after a while my face was very dry. It had cardboard look and feel. I am glad it was just a small sample. I much rather use ceraVe.
Can you recommend sunscreen that aren’t tinted. Or a review on k-beauty sunscreen like purito’s, krave beauty, Misha and biore and manymore. Thankyou
Love what you are doing. We people of color need this.
there is a video on sunscreen without white cast
Priyanka Lakshmi BK hey, I have seen one where she recommends tinted sunscreen. I don’t wear makeup, so I don’t like how tinted sunscreen sits on my face. If you know anyother video that she has done besides that one. Please share.
Azmiha Raza kids sunscreen can be used too
Agreed, I don’t wear foundation and I have dark skin so I doubt the tinted one will work for me anyway!
purito had a scandal oop
Shes right, this brand has been recommended by several derms including dr dray and dr lim. When i looked at the products myself at the store i was confused by the ingredients and why these derms love and recommend them. Maybe they're getting paid i dont know but im glad i went with my gut and avoided them which is not hard, they are so expensive!
Yep i bought it because Dr lim recommended it too.
I literally just used the athelios ultra light version for the first time today after purchasing yesterday. So sad about the alcohol 😭😭😭. I find it so difficult to find a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white/purple cast as I have dark skin. Back to the drawing board. I’ve learnt so much from watching these videos 🤍
Try [UNSCENTED] PURITO Comfy Water Sun Block SPF50+ PA++++ 60ml/ 2 fl.oz EWG All Green Ingredients, 100% physical sunscreen, UVA1,2 UVB, Broad spectrum,Lightweight,Essential Oil Free www.amazon.com/dp/B07WQXP3D8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LNggFbWNQ2DJX
Nirmala Nagireddy Thank you so much for this recommendation 🙏 . I’m definitely going to give it a try 😊
Sameee hun. Did you find anything yet?
@@MsSummerofchange what product was recommended? 🤔
@@Empress003 hi! I believe they recommended the COSRX aloe sun cream. Which I found to be very good. The bondi sands SPF 50 is also excellent in terms of not leaving a white cast but can be greasy if you already have oily skin or use too much. The Paula’s choice youth extending SPF is my current favourite though 😊
Love love love how honest and real you are!!
Dr Dray who is highly watched and I know so many people value her opinion massively recommended the first sunscreen in this video. 🙁
she is popably being paid to "recommend " the product
Professionals can have different opinions.
I mean this kindly, but Dr. Dray is also a board certified derm and Dr. V is not
@@pinkfrosting0 dr v is a product formulator!! being a board certified derm aint shit!! she can barely pronouce the chemicals in the damn products!!! also she is white and has no clue about coloured skin!! u really think a dermatologist knows better than a chemical formulator??? please!!! dr v did medical science and cosmetic science!!
Cher cher as I understand your point, I think the problem here is mostly about what they’re good at. I saw many professionals, from dermatologists to reseachers in skincare biology, as well as a lot of esthetician (mostly PoC) recommending this product, underlining the high content of denat. alcohol in the formula but clearly stating it’s not a bad ingredient within sunscreen & you should choose your sunscreen according to your skin type. Of course, denat. alcohol might be drying for the skin, which is why you need to moisturise and not use it on a very dry skin. A lot of « good » sunscreens got denat. alcohol in their formula. That’s not a bad thing, but once again, you should use a product only if it fits your skin needs and problematics.
I'm dying to know what do u think about krave beauty's products. The founder is an Asian and would like to see a review on their line
Yes!
Krave Beauty is not available in the UK, so not sure how she would do that
Yes please!
@@banandababa she normally looks up the ingredients online
@@ashjosh3963 Ohh I see, if that's the case then great! Wish I could get hold of krave products myself
Glad you cover skin of color. I’m Latina (Mexican) with natural tan skin.
I've just finished a bottle of the oil control gel creme. Now it may be from a combined effort of my skincare regimen (AM vit C, PM retinol+niacinamide, moisturizer), but my skin does look better now. No negatice side effect
Hey Vanita! Can you please do a video covering toners, preferably natural
toners for the purpose of restoring PH levels? Thankyou so much for this! Xx
Looking for a sunscreen that doesn't burn my eyes especially when I wash I off. I am currently using ELTA MD
LOVE YOUR TANK TOP❤
I used to use this and since watching Dr V ive brought the xolorscience spf!!
@@shantsod hy is it good
Hi everyone. South Asian here. I am currently suffering a very bad reaction to this sunscreen, my face and neck are red, burning and swollen. Please be careful 🙏🏼
Im so glad there are more women of colour making videos on topics like this!! Thank you Dr V
Damn, I have two of the ultralight sunscreens. Oh well, is guess I will finish before I switch. Can you please review the purito unscented sunscreen ? :)
I will xx
@@vanitarattan can't wait!!!
I use the Anthelios 50 Mineral Tinted Ultra Light. I love it! It's one of the few sunscreens my skin can tolerate because I have SUPER oily skin.
While she works on that, my experience....love the purito centella but the comfy water mineral one pills so badly throughout the day and forget about reapplying it or wearing makeup.
I was wondering about purito too! I saw a reddit thread talking about how anecdotally it’s not a very good sunscreen (people have been burning and tanning with it) apparently the UVA/B rating standards in Korea aren’t as good as in Europe
I’m extremely pale but i’m trying to only support brands that have products that suit all skin types, whether that be makeup shades or sun creams/skin care products that work for darker skin tones so thank you for your channel!
OMG I did not know that when I used the spray sunblock I was making my skin FLAMMABLE ...... OMG
Don't worry you are NOT.
I tried LaRoche...100. I didn't like it. I do believe chemicals sunscreens can work very well. However, if I can get the same protection from mineral, go that route. The best chemical I used was Neutrogena 100. That's discontinued. Blue lizard, California baby, Cerve 30, badger have all been really good granted they haven't changed formulas for the worst. ❤️. Thank you.
Hi there, what sunscreen would you recommend instead of this? It's shocking I was a fan of that brand until now. Thanks for the info
Thank you. I've had POC dermatologists recommend this line of sunscreen.
same here!
that’s because there is nothing horribly wrong with the products....if you have dry skin and can’t tolerate denatured alcohol then def don’t use. they have non fragranced options which is always good.
@@2015kevinf Not really about tolerating the product but denatured alcohol is stripping to skin and eventually will impact your skin over time particularly your skin barrier.
fungirl0123456 the scientific literature just doesn’t support this. the lipids in the stratum corneum are left unchanged after the alcohol dries immediately. unless your skin barrier is already compromised or you are dry, you should not really have much problem. many products have denat alcohol that - when applied - are moisturizing to the skin. additionally alcohol denat acts acts to increase the penetration of active ingredient, which you may or may not want to avoid. for example fragrance with the alcohol can increase the likelihood of irritation. however LRP offers fragrance free options of almost every product and the UVA protection is among the highest.
@@2015kevinf La Roche Posay along with Vichy has the best suncreen on the market. Here in Europe are the most loved and sold suncreen, and for a good reason. Plus Anthelios has a physical sunscreen line, the chemical one is just an option.
Dr. V, thank you for explaining everything so simply. I am now more aware about the ingredients in the products I am purchasing. Thank you so much 🙂
I used the anthelios spf 50 for about two weeks early summer last year and I had two horrible reactions. 1. My eyes will water badly 2. My breakouts worsened immediately. I actually threw it away out of annoyance
I'll start with thank you and 😭
I have been La Roche sunscreen for a year, I have eczema and i haven't had a flare up 😭
That’s because she doesn’t rlly know what she’s talking about. Formulation matters but just because a product uses an ingredient that has the potential to be irritating doesn’t guarantee that it will be. Almost no one has reported irritation using these products. It’s one of the most respected sunscreen brands on the market Bc it’s literally the most protective.
Listen to your skin. If it works for you stick with it.
I really enjoyed this video and the detail you put into it. The only thing i will disagree with is how much kids care about the white cast from sunscreen. I personally remember as a child refusing to wear sunscreen because of how it looked and by the time i could make my own choices made the horrible decision to stray away from it (im not as old as i make myself sound lol only 20). This was and is still a common complaint i hear from kids and adults alike, i know people to this day who dont like sunscreen because of the misconception that whitecast is the only option.
Phew 😥 I almost bought the first sunscreen 🧴. Knowledge is power!
I used La Roche Posey for dark mark to even the skin and my skin on my cheek bones went read and swollen for a few days and with in two weeks I got hyper pigmentations melasma and I never have that. I am South America with olive skin. I use organic products as I am allergic to many things specially chimichels and sintetics. And seens I try retinol and La Roche Posey for dark marks, my skin became horrible, irritated, thick but not soft, and large open pores.
Dr Dray’s confirmed multiple times that the alcohol will evaporate almost immediately after application. furthermore, she’s quoted multiple studies showing that ethyl alcohol applied very regularly at a 60% level (at least) showed little to no damage to the skin barrier... i’m sorry but i really don’t think the alcohol is sufficiently damaging to warrant all of this fear-mongering, the shaka fluid is an excellent sunscreen, easily applied, matte finish, not excessively hydrating and offers great protection.
Lab Muffin Beauty science chemistry PhD confirms this as well
alcohol is very important in sunscreens, particularly those containing the newer chemical filters with high molecular weight, it’s important for dispersion of the filters throughout the vehicle
please may you provide some evidence for the “instant harm” caused when alcohol makes contact with the skin? I can see that it may speed up TEWL as it evaporates (as will most liquids when evaporating off of skin) however i am curious to know where you learnt about the fundamentally damaging effects of alcohol
what’s more, the shaka fluid contains humectants to counter and offset (if any) loss of water caused by the alcohol as it evaporates, namely propanediol
I'm with you on this!
Hi Dr. V! You’re videos have been nothing short of amazing. Love how informative they are! What do you think of the Aveeno daily moisturizing lotion and Avene spf 50 mineral fluid ?
I need to investigate this for you xxx
Dr. Vanita Rattan The Hyperpigmentation Clinic That would be awesome ! Thank you ☺️
@@vanitarattan would love a review on this one as well it has Zinc. I'm specifically looking for a physical sunscreen that's affordable. The ones you mentioned are sadly not readily available in North America. Neutrogena Face Sunscreen SPF 50, Ultra Sheer Dry Touch, Non-comedogenic
www.amazon.ca/Neutrogena-Sunscreen-Ultra-Non-comedogenic-Resistant/dp/B07KF4WVFS
Oh geez. I just tried this this morning and at first, I loved that it wasn't greasy AT ALL but THEN it seems drying. I miss the feeling of moisturizer. I don't want to use moisturizer AND sunscreen. This explains everything.
Thank you SO much. I had stocked up on this in a sale on the recommendation of another youtube dermatologist who is not a woman of colour. This is before I discovered your channel.
I never knew skincare products are designed for white skin. My skin is white, but super super sensitive...
But thank you for this new information. You're a very pleasant person to watch
As a caucasian, I have burned the top layer of my skin off when I was a child, including the face. I feel like it really set me up for years of sensitivity though.
Did it set you up for hyperpigmentation
@@splanet5088 nope
@@moose8762 I rest my case.
@@splanet5088 what case?
Thats why I dont use Eucerin products, most have denat. alcohol if not all.
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! I am so glad I found your channel. I am obsessed with my skin and you have helped me so much in the 1 week I have found you. THANK YOU 🙏
Please review Hado Labo products, especially the white gel SPF!
Thank so much for all the info... PLEASE can u make a review on EUCERIN Sunscreen PIGMENT CONTROL for hyperpigmentation. would it really help diminish hyperpigmentation. What are your fave sunscreen. Thank you in advance.
The speed at which I clicked this video!!!
haha- AMAZING!
I am so glad that the one product i use from this brand is the one that your ok with 🥳
hehe😀
The Neutrogena hydro boost spf you recommend also has Alcohol denat as a top ingredient? Not sure why this would be different to La Roche Posay?
yeah ,,, hahaha funny,,,
Oops! Wonder if she’ll address this? Probably not though?
The amount of contradictions I see in her videos is really concerning...
She’s is in the UK and not the United States so the ingredient labels are probably different.
@@ye23. I have seen some too the more I watch. It gets confusing
I actually had one of these sunscreens in my cart ready to order it. I have started looking at your videos today & since deleted it. I would like to find a good sunscreen since I have been educating myself on skin care. I have a darker complexion so the one that has the zinc really would be a disaster on me.
Sooo glad I found your channel! Long shot here but maybe you can make a video about pregnancy safe skin routine ! Face and body!
Hello Dr. V, I am so grateful to educating us and doing these videos which is very helpful. You save my money and especially my skin 🙏. Thank you so much💕
Thankyou so much xxx
I dont understand the acne and oily skin get physical or chemical sun screen 🤔🤔🤔
I see the suncreen I'm using a the moment. My heart is about break 😭💔. And Goodbye to that sunscreen.
Same😭
Oh no! I'm so sorry 🙈
Jenna Smith neutrogena coming soon
Don't throw away a perfectly good bottle of sunscreen.
@@nicenspice11 what should I do then. Should I give it away?
I used the first sunscreen she talked about and on the first day my hyperpigmentation drastically increased and my unnoticeable patches seemed to be more prominent and darker.That was the first and last day of using this brand.
Experienced the same thing with this sunscreen
I tried them and it made my skin burn. She’s right
I am not colored skin (absolue opposite 😊) but since i found your channel i follow you for the quality of your informations 👍👍👍
How did it take me so long to find this channel! Thanks for your videos Dr V! I know you have not monetized the channel because you're not looking to make money from this but UA-cam seems to push monetized videos more and you might be able to reach more people if the channel is monetized. You could maybe do giveaways with the ad revenue, or donate it (or keep it, it's not my business to say what one should do with the money they make) but I think a monetized channel would probably be pushed more by UA-cam and you could reach more people!
You know a few people have said this to me. I will make a video to ask you all what I should do I think.
I’ve been using it and makes my skin dry and I follow your recommendation colorescience it’s great and Im loving it...thank you
Which one u r using
Thank you so much for this. I’m sad I’ve spent so much money on these suncreams but happy I’m learning so much. Thank you x
I started using this a few weeks ago and my acne has come back. This may be why…!