Sunshine can be good for our health and well-being, but over-exposure to the sun can harm our skin. That's where sunscreen comes in but, unfortunately, not all sunscreens are created equal.
Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing UV rays but there are concerns about the potential health risks associated with those chemicals, as well as the environmental impact.
Natural mineral sunscreens offer a safe and effective alternative. They use naturally occurring minerals like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide which sit on the surface of our skin and provide a physical barrier which blocks UVA and UVB rays - so you get broad spectrum protection without the harsh chemicals.
Benefits of Natural Sunscreen:
- safe and gentle: natural, mineral-based sunscreens are generally hypoallergenic and less likely to cause skin irritations than chemical-based sunscreens - this makes them suitable for sensitive skin and ideal for children and adults alike
- effective protection: natural sunscreens provide broad spectrum protection from UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburn, premature ageing and, importantly, skin cancers
- reef safe: unlike chemical sunscreens which can harm coral reefs, natural sunscreens are reef and ocean safe, making them a better choice for the environment
- skin nourishing ingredients: many mineral sunscreens contain moisturising ingredients to nurture our skin, along with antioxidant-rich botanical ingredients, like Green Tea Extract, which can protect our skin
Our range of all natural sunscreens includes options for face and body, adults and children. We also stock SPF50 natural sunscreen and we have tinted sunscreens, too. When you buy natural sunscreen from Naturally Safe Cosmetics, you can be sure that we've done all the hard work for you when it comes to checking ingredients but, if you're keen to know more on this topic, be sure check out our guide on which sunscreen ingredients to avoid.
