Sunscreens are of three types: 

Mineral sunscreen - contains physical sunscreen filters

Chemical sunscreen - contains chemical sunscreen filters

Hybrid sunscreen - contains a combination of both mineral and chemical sunscreen filters

As the name suggests, Mineral sunscreens use minerals as sun-protecting ingredients. They are often referred to as physical sunscreens because they form a physical barrier on the skin for sun protection. The minerals that provide protection in mineral sunscreens are Zinc oxide, Titanium Oxide. They block the Sun's UV rays when applied to the sun-exposed body parts by scattering and reflecting them and can be sometimes called sunblocks. Mineral sunscreens often leave a little white cast which settles in sometime after applying to the skin or by blending in the skin.

Benefits of Mineral Sunscreens

Provides Broad Spectrum Protection

Mineral sunscreens provide protection against UVA and UVB rays both. This makes it easier and useful for a daily, long time and intense sun exposure. They are also beneficial for long term use.

Non irritating

Minerals essentially are non irritating and suitable for all skin types including the sensitive skin type. This helps in avoiding the potential risk of allergy or skin irritation if a particular skin type has.

Provides immediate protection

Mineral Sunscreens are believed to provide immediate protection as soon as applied. One doesn't need to wait for the mineral sunscreen to offer protection as they form a physical barrier on the skin and reflect UV rays immediately upon application.

Lasts longer in direct UV light

Minerals used in mineral sunscreen are generally photostable and do not break down easily in the sun. They offer greater and longer sun protection.

Environment Friendly and Safe

Mineral Sunscreens are neither harmful to humans nor broad-spectrum an underwater life and coral reefs.

How to use mineral sunscreen?

• Before stepping out of the sun apply the sunscreen to the body parts that will be exposed to the sun
• Take adequate quantity and apply in small dots on the skin
• Spread it gradually and slowly with your fingers in one direction
• If you notice a white layer, keep on blending in the skin until it totally disappears onto the skin
• Do not apply the sunscreen on wet skin or immediately after using a moisturiser or face oil
• Do not rub rapidly in two opposite directions on the skin

When to apply the mineral sunscreen?

• Apply before stepping out in the sun
• Reapply after every 2-3 hours of normal activity
• In case of physical activity, wipe off the water (if swimming) or sweat (if you are sweating), then reapply after 40 minutes.

It is a certified, natural, water-resistant sunscreen formulated with non-nano zinc oxide. It provides broad-spectrum protection of SPF 30 against UV rays. It contains non-comedogenic cold pressed organic oils as well.

• Provides Broad Spectrum Sun protection against UVA / UVB rays with SPF 30 PA+++
• Contains Ecocert approved non-nano zinc oxide. Its large particle size ( > 100 nm) neither gets absorbed into the skin nor harms the environment. 
• The use of non-nano zinc oxide ensures it neither gets absorbed into the skin
• The sunscreen might leave a little white cast behind, upon application. It can easily settle with little time and some blending into the skin in one direction.
• Due to the use of non-nano zinc oxide, it is a Reef safe sunscreen that does not contain any ingredient which could pose any harm to coral reef
• Made with non-comedogenic oils to suit all skin types including acne prone and sensitive skin types.
• Made with water-resistant ingredient viz. beeswax that doesn’t let sweat wash away the sunscreen                                            

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it necessary to use sunscreen?

Yes, daily use of sunscreen is important to protect the skin from Sun's harmful UV rays. When the skin is constantly exposed to the sun, it causes damage to the skin and can result in premature ageing, sunburn, and pigmentation.

What SPF is best for daily use?

Using a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 is best for daily use. SPF 30, blocks 97% of the sun's UVB rays.

Which is better, SPF 30 or 50?

SPF 30 blocks 97% of UVB rays whereas SPF 50 blocks 98% of UVB rays. So higher the SPF doesn't necessarily mean higher sun protection. SPF 30 is sufficient for day to day use.

Do you really have to reapply sunscreen?

Yes, reapplication of sunscreen is as important as application. Sunscreen filters can break down due to direct exposure to the Sun. Reapply sunscreen every 2-4 hours.

What does PA +++ mean in sunscreen?

PA with the plus sign measures the protection Sunscreen offers against UVA rays.