Raw Love Sunscreen uses 100% all natural plant-based ingredients. Recently voted the Best All Natural Sunscreen in The Rolling Stone Magazine in March 2023. Each 2oz sunscreen is very concentrated—enough for a large family to lather up —ditch the spray! Remember, we do not use fillers, so a little goes a long way! Raw Love Sunscreen uses 100% all natural plant-based ingredients using organic farming methods. The beeswax works as a water resistant agent on your skin when doing active things like like running, diving, gardening and so on! It is suitable for any water activity and suitable for any age. We have hand-selected ingredients to give your skin and or tattoos the moisture, antioxidants and glow that you deserve! Our main active ingredient is Zinc Oxide—one of only 17 active ingredients currently approved by the FDA for use in sunscreens. Zinc oxide particles sit on the outermost layer of your skin, the stratum corneum, where they scatter, absorb, and reflect ultraviolet radiation, protecting your living skin below. Zinc oxide is unique among sunscreen ingredients in that it is truly a broad-spectrum blocker, protecting from UVA, UVB, and even UVC. We’ve determined that zinc oxide is the safest, most effective active sunscreen ingredient available. Ingredients: Cold Pressed Unrefined Coconut Oil, Raw Shea Butter, Zinc Oxide (non nano), Sesame Oil, Beeswax, Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E Oil, Carrot Seed Oil, Pure Essential Oils: Lavender, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, LOVE How does non nano zinc work as a sun block? An essential mineral, zinc oxide effectively reflects and scatters UVA and UVB rays from the sun, which means it provides “broad range coverage” for sun protection. You can see the protection layer created on your skin initially before fully absorbed—a creamy white barrier keeping your skin safe. What else should I know about zinc oxide in sunscreen? Zinc oxide is non-irritating and safe with sensitive skin types. Zinc oxide is used as a skin protectant and anti-irritant with a long history of being used to treat skin irritations and diaper rash. So it’s really perfect in sunscreens! What does “non nano” actually mean and why does it matter? A non-nano particle is larger than 100 nanometers whereas nanoparticles are tiny clumps/crystals of some substance with size ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers. One nanometer = one thousandth of a millimeter (a.k.a. ultra-small). Research has shown evidence that some substances may cause health risks when converted to nanoparticles. Consider avoiding skin care products with nanoparticles until further research is available. What is the best sun protection? Wear sunglasses, a hat, and wear UV protective clothing when possible. Limit or avoid exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Maintain proper hydration by drinking plenty of water. Seek shade when available. Keiki (children) need more sun protection than adults so be sure that your children are getting full coverage and re-applying sunscreen throughout the day. Use broad spectrum protection sunscreen, apply heavily to achieve full SPF benefits, and reapply after swimming and excessive sweat.
