Oxybenzone, octinoxate and other chemical UV filters have been linked to endocrine disruption, including affecting the proper functioning of female hormones in animals, their fertility and the neurological development of their offspring.

Recently, exposure to oxybenzone during pregnancy has been shown to damage neurons and affect the developing fetal brain in mice. Oxybenzone, homosalate and other chemical filters have also been shown to impair the functions of human sperm, and Oxybenzone has been linked to lower testosterone levels in adolescent boys.

ALUMINUIM - As an oxidizing agent, the aluminum in sunscreens can contribute to oxidative damage in the skin and increase the risk of cancer. A sunscreen that was tested for its aluminum concentration concentration contains 200 mg of aluminum when applied once.

Zinc is a vital mineral that is needed in almost every cell in humans, plants and animals. Around a third of people worldwide do not consume enough zinc, which increases the risk or likelihood of serious illness.

Zinc oxide is a miracle mineral that blocks the sun's rays, heals wounds, strengthens the immune system and regenerates the skin. Zinc oxide is a vital element for humans as it helps build immunity and protection.

Zinc oxide is reef safe

Our sunscreens comply with Palau Senate Bill no. 10-135, SD1, HD1, Thailand National Park Act B.E. 2562 and Hawaii Senate Bill No. 2571 & Bill No. 132 SD2

Zinc oxide is pool safe

Chemical UV filters of concern: avobenzone, octocrylene, 4-MBC, octyl methoxycinnamate, oxybenzone. "The relatively smaller volume of these pools compared to larger pools can increase the concentration of UV filters in the pool and their potential interaction with materials of human origin (urine, sweat, cosmetics, skin cells and hair) to a level that is of concern for children due to the formation of disinfection by-products (DBP)."

Zinc oxide is safe for pregnant women and children

The FDA communication published on 24.08.2021 states: "Young children are at greater risk of adverse reactions to sunscreen than adults."

Zinc oxide is considered safe for infants by the FDA and is even found in 40% of diaper rash creams. So if sun protection such as protective clothing/shade is not available, a natural zinc-based sunscreen is the safest option for babies.

ZincOxide Provides full spectrum coverage

"Of the sunscreens available, only zinc oxide provides effective protection over the UV band range of 240 to 400 nm, which includes UCV (240 to 280 nm), UVB (280-320 nm), UVA 2 (320 to 340 nm) and UVA 1 (340 to 400 nm)."