Certified Natural Zinc Oxideis a natural mineral which provides the safest and most effective protection against UV rays. Our zinc is USP grade, uncoated and non nano form. Unlike chemical sunscreens, zinc forms a physical barrier on the skin, reflecting the sun's rays rather than absorbing them. Zinc oxide is the best performing ingredient for blocking both UVA and UVB rays.
Certified Organic Beeswax is produced naturally in honeycomb structures by worker bees. It acts as a surfactant forming a barrier on the surface of the skin. The barrier provides a film of against irritants while still allowing the skin to breathe. Beeswax acts as an emulsifier and offers support resistance against environmental factors wind, salt water and sun.
Certified Organic Black Tea is made from the same dried leaves of Camellia Sinensis as green tea, but further dried. Black tea is immensely rich in antioxidants, vitamins E and C.
Certified Natural Candelilla Wax is derived from the leaves of the small Candelilla shrub native to northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. Candelilla offers a many of the same defensive properties as beeswax, while offering more rigid, slick properties to a finished formulation.
Certified Organic Certified Organic Cocoa Butter is extracted from the cocoa bean and has a rich pleasant chocolate aroma. It is known for its high oxidative stability as a result of it being naturally rich in antioxidants and vitamin E. Cocoa butter is also an antioxidant and a lustrous moisturizer, leaving the skin soft and hydrated.
Certified Organic Coffee oils and extracts from both green coffee cherries and roasted beans have a host of benefits to the skin. Thanks to its high levels of antioxidants, coffee is a very useful skin protectant. Coffee contains high levels of antioxidants, phytosterols and polyphenols making it an ideal ingredient to support healthy skin.
Certified Organic Green Tea is made from the dried leaves of Camellia Sinensis which is a perennial green shrub. Green tea is immensely rich in antioxidants, vitamins E and C.
Certified Organic Hemp Seed Oil is pressed from the seed of the hemp (cannabis) plant irrespective of the strain of cannabis. Cold pressed, unrefined hemp oil is dark to clear light green in color, with a pleasant nutty flavor. The oil is of high nutritional value because of its 3:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 essential fatty acids, which matches the balance required by the human body. Pair large text with an image to give focus to your chosen product, collection, or blog post. Add details on availability, style, or even provide a review.
Certified Natural Mango Butter, a soft, creamy butter with a very mild scent, is extracted from the de-shelled fruit kernels of the mango tree. Mango butter has natural softening properties and is full of nourishing antioxidants.
Certified Organic Rosemary Oil is extracted from the the leaves of the Rosemary plant. This herb has many wonderful applications from culinary to aromatherapy and skincare. The extract is full of natural antioxidants and vitamins and also acts as a stabilizer of the finished formula.
Certified Organic SunflowerOil is expressed from sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seeds. It contains vitamin A, which is essential for many of your body’s functions. Sunflower oil contains antioxidants from beta-carotene, which is very supportive to sun exposed skin.
Certified Natural Tocopherol (Vitamin E) Soy Free is extracted from non-gmo sunflowers and possibly the single most valuable compound to the skin. It has an abundance of different antioxidants, which not only aid the skin but act as a natural stabilizer to the finished product. Vitamin E is a very effective moisturizer and used to support skin conditions.
Below is a list of cautionary ingredients not allowed in many eco-marine reserves. This is because they have a negative effect on corals from damaging DNA to bleaching. Unfortunately, one or more is in over 90% of sunscreens on the market.
All of the below are on our Restricted Substance List and will never be used in any of our sunscreens.
Avobenzone, Benzophenone-3, Butyl/Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butylcarbamate, Butylparaben, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cinoxate/Cinnamate, Dimethyl Apramide, Dioxybenzone, Ensulizole, GMO’s, Hexyldecanol, Homosalate, Meradimate, Menthyl Anthranilate, Methlparaben, Methylbenzylidene, Nano-Particles, Octinoxate, Octocrylene, Octisalate, Octyl Salicyclate, Oxybenzone, Padimate O, PABA, Phenylbenzimidazole, Polyethylene, Propylparaben, Sulisobenzone, Synthetic Ingredients, Synthetic Fragrances, Synthetic Preservatives, Sulisobenzone, Titanium coated in Aluminum or Dimethicone and Trolamine Salicyclate