Why choose a mineral spf?

Did you know there are two kinds of sunscreen - chemical sunscreen and mineral sunscreen? 

Knowing the differences can help you find the perfect SPF for your skin. We'll help to simplify and break down the differences for you!

Mineral sunscreens, also known as ‘physical sunscreen’, are infused with active ingredients Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Oxide that form a physical barrier on your skin. They work by sitting on top of the skin to reflect, scatter, and block harmful UVA and UVB rays. Additionally, some mineral sunscreens like the Skin Trio go beyond the basics to also protect against blue light, which can cause wrinkles & hyperpigmentation.

Chemical sunscreens, unlike mineral sunscreen, allow UV light to penetrate to the skin. Then chemical ingredients like Avobenzone/Octinoxate/Oxybenzone inactivate the absorbed UV rays and convert them into a small amount of heat, which evaporates from the skin.

Better for sensitive skin types
As mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed directly into the skin they are less likely to cause irritation. 

Less likely to clog pores
Since mineral sunscreens sit on the skin’s surface rather than penetrating deeply, they are less likely to clog pores and trigger breakouts for acne prone skin. Always remember to move with a cleanser each night. 

Environmentally friendly
Chemicals found in chemical sunscreens have been linked to harmful reef bleaching, which endangers coral. While mineral sunscreens are considered ‘reef-safe.

Both types of sunscreen offer protection against UVA and UVB rays.