What about sunblock?
The most natural sunscreens use mineral blockers like non-nano zinc oxide or titanium dioxide paired with plant-based oils, rather than synthetic chemicals. They sit on top of the skin to reflect UV rays and are safer for sensitive skin and marine life.
Top Natural Sunscreens
Best for Sensitive Skin:
Green People Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF 30 (approx. £30)Features a gentle, fragrance-free formula boosted with soothing plant extracts like edelweiss and rosemary.
Best for Everyday Hydration:
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50 (approx. £16)An ultra-lightweight, EWG green-grade chemical hybrid packed with hyaluronic acid that blends seamlessly with no white cast.
Best Zero Waste Option:
UpCircle SPF 25 Mineral Sunscreen (approx. £20)Made with 99% natural ingredients, antioxidant raspberry seed oil, and comes in plastic-free packaging.
Best for Ultra-Pure Ingredients:
Shade All Natural Sunscreen SPF 25 (approx. £7-£20)Contains only four ingredients: zinc oxide, organic coconut oil, beeswax, and vitamin E.
Key Things to Look For:
Active Ingredients:
Opt for Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide over chemical filters like avobenzone or oxybenzone.
“Non-Nano" Formulations:
Ensures the zinc particles are too large to be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Moisturizing Base:
Natural sunscreens tend to be thicker, so look for hydrating bases like aloe vera, sunflower oil, or hyaluronic acid.
Top Natural Sunscreens
Best for Sensitive Skin:
Green People Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF 30 (approx. £30)Features a gentle, fragrance-free formula boosted with soothing plant extracts like edelweiss and rosemary.
Best for Everyday Hydration:
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50 (approx. £16)An ultra-lightweight, EWG green-grade chemical hybrid packed with hyaluronic acid that blends seamlessly with no white cast.
Best Zero Waste Option:
UpCircle SPF 25 Mineral Sunscreen (approx. £20)Made with 99% natural ingredients, antioxidant raspberry seed oil, and comes in plastic-free packaging.
Best for Ultra-Pure Ingredients:
Shade All Natural Sunscreen SPF 25 (approx. £7-£20)Contains only four ingredients: zinc oxide, organic coconut oil, beeswax, and vitamin E.
Key Things to Look For:
Active Ingredients:
Opt for Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide over chemical filters like avobenzone or oxybenzone.
“Non-Nano" Formulations:
Ensures the zinc particles are too large to be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Moisturizing Base:
Natural sunscreens tend to be thicker, so look for hydrating bases like aloe vera, sunflower oil, or hyaluronic acid.
