Non-Nano Zinc Oxide Sunscreen

so many wear sunscreen regularly without thinking too much about it. It has just become a part of 'the' routine. I am definitely in the camp that believes the sun is good for us and that we need some sun exposure to be healthy. but, what do we do for ourselves and our kids when we will be in the sun long enough to overdo it....

there are two types of sunscreen: chemical and mineral. non-nano zinc oxide belongs to the mineral category. mineral sunscreens work by reflecting and deflecting the sun’s rays. zinc oxide has a long history of being used in sun protection products. That’s because it is incredibly effective in protecting you from both UVA and UVB rays.

Zinc oxide is one of the main active ingredients in mineral sunscreens.. If you’re not familiar with the term “active ingredients,” it simply refers to the ingredients that accomplish the goal of the product — in this case, warding off the sun’s rays. Because of how effective it is — especially when it comes to your skin — zinc oxide can be found in lots of other skincare products, too. This mineral has been used to treat multiple skin conditions, including eczema, acne, and even burn wounds. It supports healing by soothing, softening, and adding moisture to the skin. If you have kids, you may have also seen the ingredient listed on the back of your baby’s diaper cream label.

The fact that zinc oxide can be found in so many skincare products goes to show just how effective it is in helping you care for your skin!

Speaking about caring for your skin, sometimes sunscreens (and other skincare products) contain harmful ingredients. That’s why it’s important to ensure that your products contain non-nano zinc oxide.

In order to fully grasp what non-nano zinc oxide is, we first need to understand the term “nano.” Nano refers to nanometers. It is a unit of measurement for length in the metric system, and one nanometer is equal to one-billionth of a meter. Nanoparticles are smaller than 100 nanometers. Since “nano” refers to super-small particles, “non-nano” is, therefore, not as small. These are larger than 100 nanometers.

So, if nano and non-nano zinc oxide are all about size, what does this have to do with your sun protection?

When it comes to sun protection, the bigger the particle size the better. Why?

Because of the way nanoparticles act on your skin. When you apply sunscreen with nano zinc oxide, the super-small particles can penetrate your skin cells and end up in your bloodstream (and even in your lungs). In addition, if you’re planning to enjoy a day at the beach, the coral reefs can also ingest these tiny particles when the sunscreen washes off in the ocean. Studies are still ongoing about the full dangers that nanoparticles can have on our skin and the environment which is why we prefer non-nano zinc oxide and have included it in our sunscreen. These particles are too large to be absorbed by your skin, making it safe for the whole family.

The ingredients we use are good for your skin while offering sun protection for your skin in a safe way. Our's is not waterproof and must be reapplied especially after swimming. In a nutshell, our sunscreen is better for you and the environment!