Mineral Sunscreen

Zinc oxide can look white as you apply it, but a sheer formula blends in with a little rubbing. Our Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 uses clear zinc oxide, and the Daily Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50 is designed for minimal whitening on most skin tones. If you have a deeper skin tone, see our tips on choosing sunscreen for dark skin.

All mineral sunscreen formats protect the same way, so pick the format you will actually reapply. Lotions like Super Shield SPF 50 give even, full-body coverage. Our Sunscreen Sprays use compressed air instead of aerosol propellants and are quick for wiggly kids. Sticks are mess free for faces, ears and touch-ups. Whatever you choose, rub it in until the white layer disappears and reapply at least every two hours.

Yes, all of our sunscreens are formulated with non-nano mineral filters. While the United States does not currently have a specific regulatory definition for nanomaterials in cosmetics, we apply internationally recognized standards and guidance, including European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 and the European Commission Recommendation 2022/C 229/01.

Our sunscreens are compliant with Hawaii’s and other regional regulations on coral reef and marine environment. They do not contain the chemical ingredients banned in those areas like Oxybenzone or Octinoxate. However, “Reef-Safe” is an unregulated statement. While our products technically “qualify”, you can learn more here about why we have decided to no longer make this statement.