Today we're sharing our sunblocks we rave about and use over and over again. Shopping for one with less synthetic ingredients and NO Benzophenones? We invite you to take a gander.
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#1
Badger Chamomile and Calendula Baby Sunscreen SPF 30
Active Ingredient + %: Non Nano, Uncoated Zinc Oxide 18.75%
Water Resistant: at least 40 minutes
EWG Score: 1
Other Ingredients: *Helianthus Annuus (Organic Sunflower) Oil, *Cera Alba (Organic Beeswax), Tocopherol (Sunflower Vitamin E), CO2 Extracts of *Hippophae Rhamnoides (Organic Seabuckthorn), and *Calenduls Officinalis (Organic Calendula), *Anthemis Nobilis (Organic Chamomile) Essential Oil. * Certified Organic
Raves: We love this sunblock because of its ingredients.
- It includes organic sunflower oil, organic Sea Buckthorn extract, organic Calendula and organic Chamomile essential oil
- It contains no water so no chemical preservative necessary
- Zinc Oxide provides broad spectrum UVA + UVB coverage
- applies and absorbs fairly easily with a smooth creamy texture and totally NOT pasty
- Biodegradable and tube is BPA FREE
- perfect for wearing under makeup; gives a nice dewy appearance
- No sunburns to report, LUV LUV LUV
BUY Badger Chamomile And Calendula Baby Sunscreen SPF 30 on Amazon**
#2
Elemental Herbs Sunscreen Sport SPF 33
Active Ingredient: Non Nano Zinc Oxide 22.5%
Water Resistant: Not labelled water resistant
EWG Score: 1
Other Ingredients: Organic Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Juice*, Water (Aqua), Organic Camelia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract*, Glycerin, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Organic Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil*, Organic Mauritia Vinifera (Buriti) Fruit Oil*, Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Glyceryl Stearate, Methylcellulose, Stearic Acid, Organic Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil*, Organic Butyrospermun Parkii (Shea Butter)*, Xanthan Gum, Less than 1% of Total Formula Preservative Blend (Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethyhexyl Glycerin). *Certified Organic by USDA/NOP standards.
Raves:
- It has a higher percentage of zinc oxide for UVB + UVA protection
- Contains ingredients like green tea extract, rose hip fruit oil, jojoba oil to help act as antioxidants and hydrate the skin while protecting it
- Feels more like a lotion and doesn’t leave any unwanted scents, doesn’t leave you looking ghostly, isn’t greasy, biodegradeable and ocean friendly
- Although not labelled water resistant, this block is perfect for enjoying the outdoors when not swimming or sweating heavily (great for when I hike and walk). No sunburns to report
Did I mention many of the ingredients are certified organic?? Luv!
BUY Elemental Herbs Sunscreen Sport SPF 33 on Amazon**
#3
Loving Naturals Adorable Baby Sunscreen SPF 30
Active Ingredient + %: Non Nano Zinc Oxide 24.7%
Water Resistant: at least 40 minutes
EWG Score: 1
Other Ingredients: Grape Seed Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides (from Coconut Oil), Organic Beeswax, Organic Cocoa Butter, Organic Shea Butter, Stearic Acid (from Palm Oil), Purified Water
Raves:
- Plus for those looking for a more moisturizing sunblock
- Provides broad spectrum coverage with Zinc Oxide, does include Grape seed oil, Organic sunflower and Organic shea butter oil which makes the formulation moisturizing
- Despite the higher percentage of zinc oxide, you don’t appear like a ghost, has a faint oil scent which does not linger. No sunburns to report
- A great sunscreen even if moisturizing and a tad greasy
BUY Loving Naturals Adorable Baby Sunscreen
#4
Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sunscreen SPF 30
Active Ingredient + %: Zinc Oxide 22.5%
Water Resistant: Not labelled water resistant
EWG Score: 1
Other ingredients: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Juice, Water (aqua), Camelia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract*, Glycerin, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil*, Buriti (Mauritia Vinifera) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, GlycerylStearate, Methylcellulose, Stearic acid, Olea Europaea(Olive) Oil*, Butyrospermun Parkii (Shea Butter)*, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Oil, XanthanGum, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethyhexyl Glycerin. *Certified Organic Ingredients
Raves:
- Contains broad spectrum covering Zinc Oxide, as well as Organic Green Tea extract, Rosehip Oil as antioxidants and moisturizing oils such as jojoba, olive and Organic Shea butter (all organic)
- Consistency is a tad bit thicker coming out of the tube but is extremely easy to apply once you squeeze it out
- The apple scent is a nice change as many sunscreens are unscented, smell like their ingredients, or smell like, well, sunscreen. If apple scents are not favored, Babo also makes an unscented version
- Although not labelled water resistant, I freely use this sunblock when walking or hiking, daily when not engaged in water activities or heavy sweating and reapply every two hours. No sunburns to report
BUY Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sunscreen on Amazon**
#5
All Terrain Phineas and Ferb Kid Sport SPF 30 Spray
Active Ingredient + %: Non Nano, Uncoated Zinc Oxide 19%
Water Resistant: at least 80 minutes in water
EWG Score: 1
Other ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Methylcellulose, Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) Gel, Bladderwrack (Fucus Vesiculosus) Exctract, Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) Extract, d-alpha Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) Seed Extract, Jojoba Oil, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Sea Kelp (Macrocystis Pyrifera) Extract
Raves:
- OK, so I’m not a kid, but this All Terrain sunblock spray contains 19% zinc oxide and provides at least 80 minutes of broad spectrum coverage
- Includes aloe, cucumber and grapefruit seed extracts
- Spray is easy to use and definitely not pasty in texture, not oily or greasy, no lingering scents
- If you’re concerned about inhaling or getting particles into the lung or eyes, spray onto palm first (and never directly on face), then apply to skin
- A good supplement to any of the other sunblocks mentioned here. No sunburns to report
BUY All Terrain Phineas and Ferb Kid Sport Spray on Amazon**
#6
Elemental Herbs SunStick
Active Ingredient + %: Non Nano Zinc Oxide 20%
Water Resistant: Not labelled water resistant
EWG Score: 1
Other ingredients: Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba Seed) Oil*, Cera alba (Beeswax)*, Sesame indicum (Sesame Seed) Oil*, Copernicia cerifera (Carnauba) Wax*, Persea americana (Avocado) Oil*, Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter*, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Tapioca Starch*, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea Butter)*, Mauritia flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil*, Non GMO Tocopherol (Vitamin E), *Certified Organic to USDA/NOP Standards
Raves:
- I love using this sunscreen stick! perfect addition to any sunprotection regimen
- Not a liquid base so it doesn’t run into the eyes, excellent for skin areas requiring protection but without the liquid mess that can accompany putting sunblock on
- Easy to use around the eyes, nose, mouth, ears, tops of toes and feet, it’s so easy, you want to put this on!
- Contains broad spectrum 20% zinc oxide
- Does not contain water, so no chemical preservative necessary
- Compact, easy to carry in purse, LUV, NEVER leave home without!
BUY Elemental Herbs SunStick on Amazon**
Thats our list for this Summer Skinravers. Do you have a sunblock you rave about? Let us know so we can try it out.
Remember the best sunscreen is the one you will use and reapply everyday.
Have a great summer!
*The ingredients listed are accurate at the time of publishing. Keep in mind manufacturers can and do make changes to their products at any time and while we do our best to provide the most accurate information on this site, it is the responsibility of the consumer to research fully the ingredients of products he or she intends to use.