Avobenzone Similar to oxybenzone with skin irritation and rashes and is another hormone disruptor. It also becomes toxic when in chlorine leading to problems with the liver and kidneys. Their natural sunscreen is a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen for sensitive skin. The lotion provides UVA and UVB protection with an SPF50+ rating. It helps keep skin hydrated with cacao seed butter and fatty acids. Aloe Barbadensis helps to soothe stressed skin. It is water-resistant and leaves no white residue on the skin.

A high performance, reef safe, mineral based sunscreen with broad UVA and UVB protection. Water resistant and in an aluminium bottle. It also doesn't leave a heavy white cast like other mineral sunscreens. I found applying it, giving it a few seconds and then rubbing it in again left virtually nomarks which is impressive for a non nanosunscreen. (Non nanobasically means the particles are not absorbed in to you skin. Mineral sunscreens work by reflecting, not absorbing like chemical sunscreens, which enter you skin!) It is essential always to use a minimum of SPF 30 to protect your skin when out on the water surfing.Sun Zapper are an Australian sunscreen brand that tests its products to work in the harsh Australian climate. Designed for surfing, they are proud of their commitment to sun protection. Aqua, zinc oxide (non-nano), glycine max (soybean) oil, titanium di-oxide (non-nano), hydroxy ethyl cellulose (cellulose gum), xanthan gum, glycerol mono stearate, barium sulphate, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, petroleum jelly, sustainable elaeis guineensis (palm) oil, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, cucumber potpourri, citrullus vulgaris (kalahari melon) oil , simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) oil, argania spinosa (argan) oil, aloe vera extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) oil, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), retinyl palmitate (vitamin a), tocopherol acetate (vitamin e). SETT SPF30 Reef Safe Mineral Sunscreen

Discover nine of our favourite mineral sunscreens here at H&B, as well as a little more information to help you decide if they could be a good choice for you in this article. Skip to: It is perfect for protecting targeted areas like the nose. It isn’t easy to rub in and is better left on the surface for the best protection. Despite this, it is suitable for sensitive skin and works well on delicate areas like under the eyes.

The final say

UVA and UVB ray protection – Both are important. All sunscreens are rated with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) followed by a number. The SPF reduces the amount of UVB (type B ultraviolet) rays that penetrate the skin. UVB rays cause cancer. In fact, the researcher and ecotoxicologist Craig Downs has discovered that there's up to 14000 tons of suncream ending up in the ocean every year (which is a staggering amount), affecting coral reefs and their surrounding world. While it is vegan and not tested on animals, this chemical sunscreen does not claim to be reef friendly. NIVEA SUN Kids Swim While chemical formulas tend to be a popular choice because they’re typically lighter in texture and easier to apply, mineral sunscreens are less likely to clog pores, making them better for sensitive, irritated and blemish-prone skin types.