Is Your Sunscreen Reef Safe?
In this article, we explain which sunscreen filters harm coral reefs and how to identify reef safe formulations.
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The Sunscreen Blog
Safe Sunscreen for Kids and Pregnancy: What to Check Beyond the 'Mineral' Label
Switched to mineral sunscreen during pregnancy? Smart move. But the ingredient list has one more secret worth uncovering before your next application.
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How Safe Is Your Sunscreen?
In this article, we explain sunscreen absorption data, FDA safety thresholds, and why UV filter choice matters.
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Pregnancy and Sunscreen Use
Sunscreens can be safely used in pregnancy - if you learn how to select the best sunscreen for you.
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Can using sunscreen cause vitamin D deficiency?
Explore the link between sunscreen, vitamin D, and melanin in skin of colour.
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Oxybenzone: A Controversial Ingredient Under Scrutiny
Oxybenzone has been in the news for all the wrong reasons - from absorption into the bloodstream to problems related to prenatal exposure. Learn more about its fall from fame, here.
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Is titanium dioxide safe in sunscreen?
How safe is titanium dioxide in your sunscreen? Learn more about this UVB blocking mineral sunscreen.
Octocrylene - good on the skin, not in your body!
Older sunscreen filters like octocrylene are coming under the scanner for their ability to accumulate in our bodies - update from an absorption study.
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How is our skin color measured these days?
The Fitzpatrick scale is no longer the standard for skin classification. The Individual Typology Angle (ITA) provides a more accurate measure for diverse skin tones.
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