Sun Protection
Discover The Benefits of Natural Sun Protection
Summer is here, and with it comes the allure of sun-drenched beaches, outdoor adventures, and warm, sunny days. While soaking up the sun is indeed delightful, it's crucial to remember the importance of natural sunscreen. Read more >-
Attitude’s unscented broad spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, thanks to its formula which contains zinc oxide. Attitude provides an effective mineral and hypoallergenic sunscreen that’s ECOLOGO™ Certified and because Attitude loves nature and animals, it’s also PETA Certified, vegan and cruelty-free. In this formula is UVA and...
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Attitude’s Orange Blossom Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 crafted with with zinc oxide forms a physical barrier over the skin, protecting against UVA and UVB rays. It contains only worry-free and natural ingredients, so you can get the safest sun care and is smooth, transparent and easy to apply. Did you know that zinc is a naturally occurring mineral that has been used for centuries in skin treatment...
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Feeling blue? Get outside! Sunlight increases serotonin, which makes you happier. But before getting a breath of fresh air, we recommend always using a safe sun protection. Attitude’s Tropical Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 uses only natural origin ingredients like non-nano zinc oxide, for a safe and worry-free sun care. This mineral sunscreen is not only EWG VERIFIED™ and Top-rated among sunscreen m...
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Attitude’s Adult Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen is fragrance-free, easy to apply, smooth and clear on skin, making it a great protection all year long. What’s more? Their mineral sunscreen is EWG VERIFIED™ and is a Top-scoring sunscreen moisturizer in EWG’s Skin Deep® database. Get ready to safely enjoy the sun. It contains only natural origin ingredients, so you can get the safest sun care a...
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Attitude’s After Sun Melt-In Gel is recognized as Top After-Sun by EWG, goes on smooth and helps to soothe irritated skin, relieving tightness and leaving it silky soft and hydrated after fun in the sun. Did you know calendula is more commonly known as “marigold flower”? You can even grow it in your garden. This flower packs power too: known for its calming, regenerative and antioxidant propert...
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After a long day in the sun, your skin needs some tender love and care. Attitude’s After Sun Stick should always be close at hand. With cooling mint and cucumber, it helps to cool, soothe and nourish dry, sun-stressed skin. The calendula extract helps to calm and protect dry skin. Feel refreshed after sun exposure with our after-sun care, formulated to meet EWG's strictest standards. It now com...
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Attitude brings you their reef-friendly, hypoallergenic and fragrance-free non-nano zinc oxide formula for face and body offers complete broad spectrum sun protection to filter both UVA and UVB rays. Formulated with hydrating, fast-absorbing and protective ingredients like avocado oil and jojoba seed oil. Face Mineral Sunscreen Spf30 from Attitude comes in an easy to apply mineral sunscreen wil...
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This Face Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf30 from Attitude comes in an innovative biodegradable cardboard tube to reduce single-use plastic. This hand size face sunscreen stick is small enough to fit in your purse which makes applying on the go easier. Plus, it glides on clear and easy, so you can enjoy your day in the sun worry-free. Are you looking for a gentle sunscreen to protect your dry, sensi...
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This Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf30 in the juicy citrus scent Orange Blossom from Attitude is a mineral and hypoallergenic sunscreen that uses natural ingredients like non-nano zinc oxide to offer broad-spectrum protection. Because Attitude love animals, nature and marine-life, their sunscreen is PETA Certified, vegan, cruelty-free and reef-friendly. Easy to apply, thanks to its smooth texture d...
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Attitude’s Tropical Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 is natural, efficient and comes in an innovative biodegradable cardboard tube to reduce single-use plastic. This mineral sunscreen forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Our mineral and hypoallergenic sunscreen uses natural ingredients like non-nano zinc oxide to offer broad-spectrum protection. Hypoallergenic and dermato...
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This Plastic Free Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 from Attitude is unscented, plus its easy to apply, thanks to its smooth texture due to ingredients such as coconut oil and shea butter. Attitude’s sunscreen stick is perfect when you’re on the go, so bring it with you wherever you go, and soak up the sun. Their mineral and hypoallergenic sunscreen uses natural ingredients like non-nano zinc oxid...
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Get kissably soft lips with Attitude’s Coconut Lip Balm with Spf15. The perfect complement to a waste-free, clean beauty routine. Featuring a wide range of nourishing ingredients, it offers both tender loving care for you and the environment. Formulated with deeply nourishing ingredients like shea butter, soybean, coconut and castor oils work together to protect your pout while a gentle hint of...
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This hand size face sunscreen stick is small enough to fit in your purse which makes applying on the go easier. And it glides on clear and easy, so you can enjoy your day in the sun worry-free. Attitude’s unscented Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf30 face stick is made with non-nano zinc oxide, a safe and effective sunscreen filter according to EWG experts, this dermatologist-tested & ...
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Looking for a gentle sunscreen to protect your dry, sensitive skin? Look no further than Attitude’s unscented Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf30 face stick. Made with non-nano zinc oxide, a safe and effective sunscreen filter according to EWG experts, this dermatologist-tested & hypoallergenic face sunscreen forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Attitud...
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Attitude’s Tinted Face Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf30 is a lightweight, non-greasy tinted mineral sunscreen face stick protects against both UVA and UVB rays. It will leave your skin feeling smooth and nourished with a natural glow that lasts. Plus, you’ll get that tinted glow. Its universal tint blends beautifully into all skin tones and has a sheer tint that rubs in clear without leaving a hea...
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Attitude brings you their Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 which forms a physical barrier over the skin, protecting against UVA and UVB rays. It contains only worry-free and natural ingredients, so you can get the safest sun care and is smooth, transparent and easy to apply. This easy to apply cream is also fragrance-free and 100% vegan plus it’s hypoallergenic and dermatologically-tested. Free from ha...
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Free from harmful chemicals and hypoallergenic, this SPF30 for Babies and Kids is ideal for those with sensitive skin. Attitude brings you their Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 which forms a physical barrier over the skin, protecting against UVA and UVB rays. It contains only worry-free and natural ingredients, so you can get the safest sun care and is smooth, transparent and easy to apply. This easy ...
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Ever wondered what the difference between UVA and UVB sunlight is? UVA rays penetrate the skin deep down to the dermis, while UVB rays are the main cause of sunburn. Fortunately, Attitude Mineral Sunscreen forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB, offering a broad spectrum protection. This SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen uses worry free, natural ingredients like non-nano zinc ox...
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Easy to apply, smooth and non-whitening, it’s never been easier to block the sun – not the fun! Ever wondered what the difference between UVA and UVB sunlight is? UVA rays penetrate the skin deep down to the dermis, while UVB rays are the main cause of sunburn. Fortunately, Attitude Mineral Sunscreen forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB, offering a broad spectrum prot...
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Ever wondered what the difference between UVA and UVB sunlight is? UVA rays can penetrate the skin deep down to the dermis, while UVB rays penetrate more superficially and are usually the main cause of sunburns. Fortunately, Attitude’s Fragrance-free Oatmeal Sensitive Natural Baby Care Mineral Sunscreen Spf30 forms a physical barrier that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. It contains only...
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Advantages of Natural Sunscreen: More Than Just Avoiding a Sunburn
Summer is here, and with it comes the allure of sun-drenched beaches, outdoor adventures, and warm, sunny days. While soaking up the sun is indeed delightful, it's crucial to remember the importance of natural sunscreen. Understanding the physiological impacts of sun damage on our skin at a cellular level reveals why safeguarding ourselves from harmful UV rays is not just a matter of avoiding sunburn but a vital health consideration with long-term implications.
Understanding The Effects of Sun Damage on Your Skin
When your skin is exposed to the sun, it absorbs ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which comes in two main types: UVA and UVB. UVB rays are primarily responsible for sunburn, while UVA rays penetrate deeper into the skin, causing more insidious damage. Both types of radiation contribute to skin aging and increase the risk of skin cancer.
At a cellular level, UV radiation triggers a series of harmful events. The energy from UV rays can damage the DNA in our skin cells, leading to mutations. Usually, your cells can repair some of this damage, but the repair mechanisms become overwhelmed with excessive exposure. Over time, the accumulation of DNA damage can lead to the formation of abnormal cells, which can develop into skin cancer.
UV exposure also generates reactive oxygen species (ROS), or free radicals, which cause oxidative stress. This oxidative stress can damage cellular structures, including cell membranes, proteins, and lipids, contributing to the aging process and impairing skin function. Collagen and elastin, the proteins responsible for skin elasticity and firmness, are particularly vulnerable, leading to wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, sagging, and other signs of photoaging (or premature aging). These changes not only affect your appearance but also impact the skin's ability to function as a barrier, making it more susceptible to injury and infection.
Choosing The Right Sun Protection: Conventional Sunscreen vs Natural Sunscreen
Given the critical importance of protecting our skin from the sun, choosing the right sunscreen is paramount.
Conventional Sunscreens
Conventional sunscreens typically feature synthetic chemicals such as oxybenzone, octinoxate, and avobenzone. These ingredients can penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream, raising concerns about potential hormonal disruptions and other less-than-desirable health effects. Oxybenzone, in particular, has been linked to coral reef bleaching, highlighting the environmental impact of chemical sunscreens.
Moreover, the chemical reactions involved in absorbing UV radiation can produce free radicals, potentially causing more harm than good in the long run. The accumulation of these chemicals in the body and the environment underscores the need for safer, more sustainable options.
Natural Sunscreen
Natural sunscreens, which typically contain mineral-based ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, offer significant advantages over conventional sunscreens.
These minerals act as physical blockers, sitting on top of the skin and reflecting UV radiation away. Unlike chemical sunscreens, which absorb UV radiation and undergo chemical reactions that produce heat and free radicals, mineral sunscreens provide broad-spectrum protection without these risks. They are also less likely to cause skin irritation, making them suitable even for the most sensitive skin.
Many natural sunscreens are also formulated with antioxidants such as green tea extract, vitamin E, and aloe vera that help neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure, providing additional protection against oxidative stress.
Other frequent additions include coconut oil, jojoba oil, and shea butter, which not only moisturize the skin but also offer anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe and repair sun-damaged skin.
Bottom Line – A Sun-Smart Approach To Skin Health
Sun protection is not just a matter of aesthetics but a crucial health practice that should be a part of everyone’s daily routine.
By choosing safe and effective natural sunscreens, you can shield your skin from immediate sun damage and long-term health risks while being mindful of your environmental footprint. Look for brands such as Attitude, Boo Bamboo, Derma E, Green Beaver, and Mad Hippie to ensure your skin remains healthy and radiant for years to come.
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