As the weather heats up and we are outside more, it is time for sunscreen. As you shop for your sunscreen, make sure you check ingredients. The Environmental Working Group states 90% of the products available in the U.S. are not allowed in Europe. Now, the US government has weighed in.
In February 2019, the FDA announced it has proposed a rule to declare mineral sunscreen ingredients as safe, specifically zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. The agency said 12 other chemicals commonly used in sunscreens need more research to determine if they’re can be officially listed as safe.
To learn more about natural sunscreens and reef safe options, check out this video from Cindy, our Health & Beauty Lead at Bradley Fair!
To safely avoid the rays this summer, check out a few of our favorites:
- Badger new SPF 40 Kids Clear Zinc Sunscreen
- Non-whitening sport sunscreen
- 22.5% Clear Zinc Oxide in a base of Sunflower, Jojoba, and Beeswax
- Water Resistant up to 80 minutes
- Reef Friendly
- Mychelle Sun
Shield Clear Spray
- 100% mineral sunscreen
- Continuous spray that goes on quickly and evenly
- Up to 80 minutes of water-resistant protection
- Reef Safe
- Derma E Sun
Protection Mineral Powder SPF 30
- Titanium & Zinc Dioxide mineral sunscreen
- Flawless finish, easy to apply powder
- Infused with antioxidants
- Andalou Vitamin
C Beauty Balm
- SPF 30 mineral protection
- Sheer tint for natural coverage
- Fruit stem cell and Vitamin C protection
