The Learning Lab
What’s wrong with avobenzone sunscreens?
With a rising global temperature and increased awareness of the risks associated with sun exposure, the use of sunscreens has never been more critical. However, not all sunscreens are created equal. Many popular products on the market contain avobenzone, a controversial ingredient that has come under scrutiny for potential health...
Understanding Non Nano Zinc Oxide
What's the difference between non-nano zinc oxide and nano-sized zinc oxide in sunscreen? The answer can be complex. Non-Nano Zinc Oxide (not small) Non-nano particles are much larger and more consistent in size than nano-sized particles. These large particles do not seep through skin pores and so do not...
Is Non-nano Zinc Oxide Reef Safe?
Non-nano zinc oxide does not damage or adversely affect wildlife or water habitats or the animals that use them. It is marine and reef safe. Zinc Oxide Non-irritating and easy on sensitive skin, zinc oxide has been used in skincare for 1000s of years. A skin protectant widely used...
Zinc Oxide: UV Defense
Zinc oxide is simply THE best active sunscreen ingredient, and by a wide margin. Covering the entire UVA/UVB spectrum by itself, it has the most consistently effective absorption capabilities, which never degrade. In contrast, petrochemical sunscreens need multiple active ingredients for complete coverage, which degrades quickly on the shelf, and...
6 Skincare Ingredients to Avoid while Pregnant
As a pregnant mom, you’re not only thinking about your skincare but your baby’s health. Did you know chemical sunscreen and skincare ingredients can enter your bloodstream by absorbing through your skin after topical application? A study from the Journal of the American Medical Association discovered chemical sunscreen ingredients were...
5 Safe Sunscreen Ingredients your Skin will Love
Safe Sunscreen Ingredients Coconut Oil Olive Oil Beeswax Vitamin D Zinc Oxide Most everyone worries about sunburn, and as more people become concerned about sunscreen ingredients, they’re starting to read labels on the tubes of stuff they use to protect their skin in the sun. Many sunscreens contain some...
