The sun may rise in the East at least it settles in a final location. A reassuring thought the sun is always around, no matter the season. Still, we need to protect our skin, preferably without harming the planet.
So far we’ve only seen 1 sustainable sunscreen in a local store, all others are bottled in plastic and filled with harmful ingredients. But there are A LOT of sustainable sunscreens. We’ve gathered 20 brands for you that make reef-safe natural mineral sunscreens.
Sunbutter Skincare Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50
Natural tinted mineral sunscreen
100g | SPF 50 | Sustainably sourced natural ingredients | Free from chemical UV filters, nonaparticles & cruelty | Certified vegan, palm oil free, plastic free | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Reef-safe | Up to 4 hours water resistant | Suitable for all skin types | Suitable for a range of skin tones wanting a bronze glow or a better shade match | Packaged in tins, made from reusable and recyclable material and BPA free | Made in Australia in a solar powered factory
Price: €21.70
Raw Love Sunscreen SPF 35
Natural mineral sunscreen
60 ml | SPF 35 | Made from 100% natural plant-based organic certified ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Contains beeswax | Water resistant up to 40 minutes | Suitable for all ages | Reef-safe | Free from chemicals & toxins | Biodegradable | Provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection | Container made from tin | Made in Maui, Hawaii, USA
Price: €15.80
Sol De IBIZA Solid Sunscreen SPF 30
Natural mineral sunscreen
100g | SPF 30 | Made from natural organic ingredients | Vegan | Free from fragrances, nanoparticles, plastic & cruelty | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Provides broad spectrum UVA & UVB protection | Suitable for all ages & skin types | Reef-safe | Water resistant | Recyclable & reusable steel packaging | Made in Italy
Price: €24.00
Villa Lavanda Mineral Sunscreen SPF 20
Natural mineral sunscreen
200 ml | SPF 20 | UVA + UVB broad spectrum protection | Active ingredient: nano-free zinc oxide | Suitable for all ages | Unscented | Reef-safe | Free from chemical UV filters, titanium dioxide, nanoparticles, mineral & palm oil, parabens & PEG | Glass bottle | Handmade in Germany
Price: €15.00
Sea & Summit SPF 50 Tan Sunscreen Face Stick
Natural mineral sunscreen
30g | SPF 50 | Made from organic ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | 100% Free from chemicals | UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection | Water resistant | Reef safe | Suitable for children | Plastic-free packaging | Made in California, USA
Price: €19.40
Hello Simple Zero Waste Solid Sunscreen SPF 15
Natural mineral sunscreen
25g | Made from 100% natural ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Reef-friendly | Free from chemical UV filters, fragrances & nanoparticles | Vegan | 100% Plastic-free | Natural cosmetics certified by ICADA; Dermatologically tested | Not tested on animals | Made in Germany
Price: €10.00
Amazinc! Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 “S”
Natural mineral sunscreen
100 ml | SPF 50 | Made from natural ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Reef-safe | Water resistant | Vegan | Suitable for children | Contains probiotically active substances | Free from nanoparticles, plastic, parabens, oxybenzones, avobenzones, harmful chemicals & toxicants | Provides broad spectrum UVA & UVB protection | Packaged in a 100% recyclable aluminium bottle
Available in multiple sizes, prices vary
Price: €21.70
Brooklyn Made Natural Sunscreen
Natural mineral sunscreen
113 ml | Made from natural organic ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide 32% | Reef safe | Suitable for all ages | Free from nanoparticles, chemicals, preservatives, synthetic ingredients & cruelty | Glass jar | Handmade in California, USA
*Without claiming a specific SPF level since the sunscreen has not been tested in a lab and so it would be against FDA laws
Price: €24.20
Butterbean Organics Organic Sunscreen Sport Stick SPF 30
Natural mineral sunscreen stick
29 ml | SPF 30 | Made with naturally sourced unrefined certified organic ingredients & fair trade oils | Active ingredient: non-nano uncoated zinc oxide 22% | Contains beeswax | Vitamine E made from sunflowers | Non-toxic plant derived polyhydrocystearic acid stabilizer | Free from titanium dioxide, oxybenzone, nanoparticles, GMOs, dairy, gluten & cruelty | Water & sweat resistant up to 80 minutes | Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection | Natural fragrance | Reef safe | Third party tested and fully FDA compliant | Recyclable & biodegradable packaging | Made in the USA
Price: €14.90
4 People Who Care Solid Sunscreen SPF 50
Natural mineral sunscreen
60g | SPF 50 | Dermatologically tested | Coral-friendly | Waterproof | Suitable for children | Free from nanoparticles, fragrances & allergens, chemicals, mineral oil, plastic & cruelty | Climate-neutral
Price: €19.90
Natural mineral sunscreen stick
80g | SPF 50 | Suitable from ages 3+ | Made from natural ingredients | Certified COSMOS organic | Water resistant | Suitable for all skin types & tones | Vegan | Not tested on animals | dermatologically tested | Free from dyes, preservatives, essential oils, titanium dioxide, aluminum & octocrylene | UVA protection | Recyclable packaging | Made in France
Price: €29.90
Not The Norm Shade All-Natural Sunscreen SPF 25
Natural mineral sunscreen
100 ml | SPF 25 | Unscented | Made from 100% natural, ethically & sustainably sourced ingredients | 72% Organic | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | Free from nanoparticles, fragrances, toxic chemicals, liquid polymers & microplastics | Provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection | suitable for all skin types | Non-vegan: contains beeswax | Not tested on animals | Marine & reef safe | Plastic-free packaging | Made in the UK
Available in multiple sizes, prices vary
Discount on subscription
Visit Shade’s website
Price: €11.70
Raw Elements Natural Sunscreen Baby + Kids
Natural sunscreen for children
85g | SPF 30 | 25% Non-nano zinc oxide, sole active ingredient | Non-GMO & certified organic ingredients | Provides UVA-UVB true broad spectrum protection | Reef friendly | Cruelty free | Biodegradable | Hypoallergenic | Water resistant beyond 80 minutes | Reusable & recyclable tin | Free from soy, gluten, nuts, titanium dioxide & oxybenzone | Made in the USA
Price: €19.20
Suntribe Sports Sun Stick SPF 30
Natural mineral sunscreen
30g | Made from 100% natural ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide | COSMOS Organic certified | Water & sweat resistant | Certified reef safe | Free from synthetic chemicals, perfumes, preservatives, GMO, nanoparticles, microplastics, alcohol & cruelty | Broad spectrum UVA & UVB protection | 100% recyclable cardboard packaging
Price: €15.00
Hawaii Medicinal Body Block SPF 30
Natural mineral sunscreen
85 ml | SPF 30 | Made with natural organic ingredients | Natural lavender scent | Contains beeswax | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide 20% | Suitable for children & sensitive skin | Waterproof | Made in Hawaii, USA
Price: €18.00
MANDA Naturals Organic Sun Paste SPF 50
Natural mineral sunscreen
40g | SPF 50 | Made from 100% natural food grade organic ingredients | Active ingredient: non-nano zinc oxide 20% | Contains beeswax | Not tested on animals | Suitable for children | Water & sweat resistant | Includes a mirror inside the cap | Free from harmful chemicals, synthetics & toxins | Reef safe | Made in California, USA
Available in multiple tints
Price: €28.20
truemorrow Sun Stick SPF 50
Solid sunscreen
25g | SPF 50 | Made from 100% Natural ingredients | On a mineral basis, with zinc oxide | Suitable for children & sensitive skin | Without leaving a film | Sweat-proof | Vegan | Free from microplastics, palm oil, mineral oil & cruelty | Provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection | Plastic-free packaging | Made in Germany
Price: €11.90
avasol Surfer’s Barrier Stick SPF 50
Tinted mineral sunscreen
28g | SPF 50 | Made from all natural, ethically sourced, organic, raw & sustainable ingredients | Water resistant up to 80 minutes | Provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection | Clinically & allergy tested | Active ingredients: zinc oxide 24.5% (USP, Non-Nano, Non-Coated) and titanium dioxide 6% (Non-Nano, Non-Coated) | Not tested on animals | Plastic-free bio-based packaging | Made in California, USA
Available in multiple shades
Price: €20.00
Sunslayer SPF 50+ Face & Body
Natural moisturizer sunscreen cream
100 ml | SPF 50+ | Made from natural plant-based ingredients | Reef safe | Vegan & cruelty-free | Zinc-only mineral sunscreen | Broad spectrum UVA & UVB | Non greasy | No white cast | 4 Hour water resistant | Comes in a recyclable aluminium tube & cap | TGA certified | Made in Australia
Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide 227.5mg/g
Inactive ingredient: Medium chain triglycerides, castor oil, coco-caprylate, candelilla wax, coconut oil, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, isostearic acid, tocopherol acetate
Free from fragrances, alcohol, plastic, oxybenzone, octinoxate, octocrylene, homosalate, PABA, parabens, nano particles, 4-MBC, triclosan, sulphates, SLS/SLES, BHA/BHT, benzene, petroleum, palm oil, mineral oils, silicones D4/D5/D6, GMO, talc & phthalates
Price: €24.50
We Love The Planet Natural Sun Stick
Natural sunscreen
50g | Made from 100% natural ingredients | SPF 20 | Free from synthetic substances & water | Hypoallergenic | Water resistant | Vegan | Reef friendly | 100% Recycled cardboard packaging | Made in the Netherlands€
Price: €16.50
