These work by absorbing UV rays and turning them into heat that’s then dissipated from the skin.
In particular, reef-safe sunscreen uses “non-nano” or non-nanoparticle-sized zinc or titanium, as studies have found nanoparticles to have toxic effects on aquatic organisms.Ĭhemical sunscreens, on the other hand, use ingredients such as oxybenzone and octinoxate to provide sun protection. They’re considered reef-safe or coral-safe because these ingredients don’t damage coral reefs, and aren’t found to be harmful to marine life.
REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN BRANDS TARGET SKIN
These mineral ingredients physically block UVA and UVB rays from entering the skin (which is why mineral sunscreen is also referred to as physical sunscreen). What is reef-safe sunscreen? Simply put, it’s a mineral sunscreen that uses specific ingredients - namely zinc oxide and titanium dioxide - to protect skin from UV rays. It’s been proven that freshly applied sunscreen can be harmful to our ocean's disappearing coral reefs, which is why switching to reef-safe sunscreen is crucial as we get more proactive about preserving our marine ecosystems. When buying sunscreen, it’s super important to keep ingredients in mind - and we’re not just talking about ingredients that are safe for your skin.
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