Sunscreens are easily the most controversial beauty products on the market. There is a plethora of evidence that shows how harmful mainstream sunscreens are to our bodies and the planet. From coral bleaching to hormone disruption and increased risk of cancer, your standard sun care is far from the protective product it is intended to be. When the Clean Beauty Awards ranks any category of beauty products, our judges carefully consider both the health implications and the ease of use (among many other criteria). We are sharing six of the products that we love so that you can enjoy a natural, harm-free sun care experience.
Sun Love - Sheer Everyday Sunscreen
Annmarie Skin Care formulated this product with non-nano zinc oxide as a lightweight daily sunscreen that protects the skin from UV rays while adding deep moisture. This totally natural, nourishing sunscreen is reef-friendly, allowing you to infuse your skin with antioxidant-rich buriti fruit, pumpkin seed, and hemp seed oil to nourish and visibly enhance your glow.
TAICHO CICA END Sunscreen SPF 50+
A dewy, brightening SPF 50 daily sunscreen formulated with Centella Asiatica extract improves the appearance of blemishes, dark spots, dullness, and fine lines while protecting against UV rays and pollutants. This is a non-toxic, biodegradable sunscreen that is non-comedogenic, sweat-resistant, and safe for the ocean, sea life and coral reef.
This plant-based nourishing Glow Oil by MismacK Clean Cosmetics allows you to soak up the sun while leaving you naturally nourished and feeling united with the sun's radiance and glow.
Everyday Extra-Lite Natural Sunscreen
Soleo Organics’ natural everyday sunscreen is formulated for everyday use. This natural sunscreen absorbs quickly and is non-oily and non-greasy. Its thin formula doesn't leave a shiny residue. Soleo's natural everyday sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB rays, while most everyday sunscreens only protect against UVB rays. It also uses micronized zinc rather than nano zinc.
Natural Face Moisturizing Sunscreen
Soleo Organics Natural Face Moisturizing Sunscreen is designed to be non-oily and non-greasy. Even though it is a physical sunscreen and zinc-based, it doesn't leave a white residue as most sunscreens do nor leave your skin shiny. Once absorbed, you can't even tell it's there. Soleo Organics has formulated for all ages. The broad-spectrum protection protects equally from both UVA and UVB rays.
Soleo Organics Natural Sunscreen is the original sunscreen formula by Soleo Organics. The world's most advanced natural sunscreen is formulated using naturopathic principles, using 100% natural ingredients without using any chemical or synthetic UV-absorbers, preservatives or titanium dioxide. This is the coconut version, naturally scented with coconut.
Discovering natural sunscreens for glowing skin without a powdery residue is what the Clean Beauty Awards judging panel is all about. We hope you love these six sun care products. It doesn’t end there. Check out Your Ultimate Guide to Natural Beauty Face Cream for more fantastic clean beauty inspiration.