The Best Coral Reef-Safe Sunscreens
What Exactly Is Coral Reef Safe Sunscreen, and Why Should You Be Using It?
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I am obsessed with all things Rihanna, and when I learned that the sunscreen in her new Hydra Vizor Moisturiser ($35) was coral-reef safe, my first thought was, "cool." My second thought was, what does that mean? If you're curious too, we're breaking it down for you. Basically, there are certain chemicals formulated in sunscreens that contribute to the destruction and decay of coral reefs, which nobody wants. If you're interested in protecting both yourself and the oceans, we found 12 good options.
Whether you want a spray sunscreen or something light for your face, these products will keep you protected fun the sun and help keep the oceans that much safer. Every little thing we can do to help keep our planet healthy is a yes from us, and, spoiler alert, some of your tried and true favourite sunscreens are on this list. Keep on reading to shop our picks.
Coola Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
Besides smelling like coconut, this Coola Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 ($32) is reef safe.
Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturiser Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
This Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturiser Broad Spectrum Sunscreen ($35) is part moisturiser, part sunscreen, and Rihanna-approved. How could you go wrong with that?
Innisfree Daily UV Defence Sunscreen SPF 36
This Innisfree Daily UV Defence Sunscreen SPF 36 ($15) is a great, affordable pick.
Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sunscreen Lotion
Customers love this Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sunscreen Lotion ($15, originally $20).
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
This Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 ($34) is a perennial favourite, and lives up to its name; no whitecast here.
Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defence Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30
This Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defence Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 ($34) is thick, but it works really nicely.
Banana Boat Simply Protect Sport Reef Friendly Sunscreen Spray
If you can't part with the convenience of spray sunscreen, grab this Banana Boat Simply Protect Sport Reef Friendly Sunscreen Spray ($8).
Thinksport Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
This Thinksport Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+ ($10) is a customer favourite for it's price and protection.
Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defence Sunscreen SPF 30
Keep your skin protected and nurtured with this Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defence Sunscreen SPF 30 ($54).
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Lotion
This Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Lotion ($13) smells amazing, and helps protect the ocean.
Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 PA +++
Sephora customers are big fans of this Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 PA +++ ($30), and we think you will be too.
California Kids Supersensitive Broad Spectrum Tinted Sunscreen
This California Kids Supersensitive Broad Spectrum Tinted Sunscreen ($26) is gentle enough for kids, but can be used on adults too.
