Did you know that mainstream sunscreens can be harmful to marine life? Chemical-based sunscreens are easily absorbed into the skin but they are also easily absorbed by small and vulnerable sealife, including coral reefs to mussels, fish and dolphins. National Geographic estimates that 14,000 tons of suncream are washed into ocean waters each year - that's a lot of chemicals!
When it comes to effective sun care we stock everything under the sun!
Green People make non-toxic sun creams that can be used by everyone to effectively protect against UV rays every day, from high-factor protection for children and babies to scent-free solutions for sensitive skin.
WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT GREEN PEOPLE SUN CREAM
1. PACKED WITH ORGANIC INGREDIENTS
Green People sun creams contain over 50% certified organic agricultural ingredients, including organic Olive Oil, organic Sunflower Oil, organic Avocado Oil and over 60% organic Aloe Vera.
2. 100% VEGAN SUN CREAM
All Green People sun care products are vegan and verified by the Vegan Society. They are also cruelty-free and use ocean-friendly UV filters.
3. KIND TO SENSITIVE SKIN & PRICKLY HEAT
Green People's unscented sunscreens are ideal if you have fragrance allergies or ultra-sensitive skin. Eczema friendly, they are also suitable for those prone to prickly heat.
Their sun creams are also non-pore clogging, as plant-based waxes and emollients allow the skin to breathe. This enables the skin to sweat and helps protect against prickly heat.
Anti-inflammatory plant extracts including Organic Rosemary, Organic Edelweiss, Organic Green Tea and Organic Chamomile help soothe skin inflammation caused by sun exposure .
4. NON-TOXIC FILTERS
Green People uses both physical and chemical filters to achieve broad-spectrum UV protection. Titanium Dioxide and non-nano Zinc Oxide from minerals physically reflect or refract UV rays to prevent UV radiation reaching the skin surface. Their suncreams also feature Organic Edelweiss which acts as a natural UV-booster.
5. OCEAN FRIENDLY
Green People’s ocean-friendly sun creams are free from Oxybenzone, Octinoxate and Octocrylene.
6. CLIMATE-POSITIVE PACKAGING
Green People sun cream is packaged in fully recyclable, renewable sugar cane tubes with a favourable carbon emissions profile.
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References
Greenpeace - Most suncream is terrible for ocean life. Here’s how to stay safe in the sun, without damaging the environment
National Geographic - What sunscreens are best for you—and the planet?
