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Save your skin , Save the ocean

Updated: Sep 17, 2020

你知道你的一滴防晒霜能杀死一片珊瑚吗?

The best way to protect the ocean is not to apply a drop of sunscreen. But if you want to apply it, please use physical sunscreen mud. As we all know, ordinary sunscreens are easily soluble in water and are not suitable for water sports. Physical sunscreen mud solves this problem very well. It can effectively sunscreen for a long time without harming our skin.


保护海洋最好的方法,是一滴防晒霜也不搽。但是你要搽,请用物理防晒泥。众所周知,普通防晒霜易溶于水不适合水上运动项目,物理防晒泥很好的解决了这个难题,既可以长时间有效防晒,不会对我们的肤造成伤害。


How can sunscreens impact the ocean?

"Broadly, some sunscreen ingredients like oxybenzone and octinoxate have been linked to increased coral bleaching in laboratory conditions," cosmetics and skin-care formulator Stephen Alain Ko explains. "The reason why isn't completely clear, but increased water temperatures and disruption in the local ecosystem — both worsened by climate change — are important co-factors and very likely to be accelerating the process."

Mineral (or physical) sunscreens, which typically feature zinc or titanium oxide as active ingredients, tend to be less damaging to coral reefs than chemical counterparts and synthetic preservatives. However, not all mineral formulas are created equal. The primary difference lies in whether the mineral particles are "non-nano," meaning they are larger than 100 nanometers. (In most mineral sunscreens, mineral particles are nanotized, meaning they're less than 100 nanometers.)


防晒霜如何污染海洋?

化妆品和护肤配方师(Stephen Alain Ko)解释说:“从广义上讲,在实验室条件下,某些防晒成分(如氧苯甲酮和辛氧酸酯)与珊瑚褪色有关。” “原因尚不完全清楚,但是水温升高和当地生态系统受到破坏(均因气候变化而加剧)的原因是重要的共同因素,而且很有可能加速这一进程。”

矿物(或物理)防晒霜通常以锌或二氧化钛为有效成分,与化学和合成防腐剂相比,对珊瑚礁的损害较小。 但是,并非所有矿物配方都是一样的。 主要区别在于矿物颗粒是否为“非纳米”,这意味着它们大于100纳米。 (在大多数矿物防晒霜中,矿物颗粒被纳米化,这意味着它们小于100纳米。)


What makes a sunscreen reef-safe?

The whole idea behind non-nano particles is that instead of dissolving in the ocean and potentially threatening marine life, they sink and become part of the ocean sediment.

In addition to being kinder to coral reefs, non-nano sunscreens may be a healthier alternative in the long run. "Mineral sunscreen nano particles larger than 30 nanometers are not absorbed into our bodies through the skin," Howe explains. "Particles smaller than 30 nanometers, on the other hand, can be absorbed through the skin and then enter our bloodstream. 

什么防晒霜对珊瑚礁安全?

非纳米粒子背后的整个想法是,它们沉入并成为海洋沉积物的一部分,而不是溶解在海洋中并可能威胁海洋生物。从长远来看,除了对珊瑚礁更为友善外,非纳米防晒霜可能是一种更健康的选择。 豪说:“大于30纳米的矿物防晒纳米颗粒不会通过皮肤吸收到我们的体内。” “另一方面,小于30纳米的颗粒可以通过皮肤吸收,然后进入我们的血液。



Sunny days zinc

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$19.90

Sunny Days zinc provides SPF 30+ sun protection. Designed specifically for active lifestyles, sports and athletes. It’s waterproof (really doesn't come off at all even during a 2 hour surf session) and protects your skin while you swim, surf and dive. Great for children due to naturally sourced ingredients and doesn’t irritate eyes. Our sunscreens are mineral based, made with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. As compared to traditional sunscreen, these minerals sit on top of the skin and block harmful UVA and UVB rays at the same time, keeping your skin moisturized and fresh without feeling sticky. Also, these ingredients are less harmful to corals and are not linked to coral bleaching so you'll have less guilt in harming Mother Nature! Fun fact, these minerals are stable in the sunlight and do not create free radicals inside your skin. Stored in an aluminum tin and comes only in natural color. Made exclusively in Surfers' and dive Paradise.


晴天锌提供SPF 30+的防晒作用。专为积极的生活方式,运动和运动员而设计。它具有防水功能(即使在2小时的冲浪过程中也不会脱落),并在您游泳,冲浪和潜水时保护皮肤。由于天然来源的成分,非常适合儿童使用,不会刺激眼睛。我们的防晒霜是矿物基的,由氧化锌和二氧化钛制成。与传统防晒霜相比,这些矿物质位于皮肤顶部,可同时阻挡有害的UVA和UVB射线,使您的皮肤保持湿润和新鲜,而不粘腻。而且,这些成分对珊瑚的危害较小,并且与珊瑚漂白无关,因此您在伤害大自然母亲时会感到内!有趣的是,这些矿物质在阳光下稳定,不会在皮肤内产生自由基。存储在铝罐中,只有自然色。仅在冲浪者和潜水天堂制造。可以在淘宝网站购得。


Surfyogis Surfscreen Zinc

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100% NATURAL REEF SAFE SURFSCREEN ZINC

$24.95


This highly effective brew is made with nothing but natural and clean ingredients- chocolate, coffee, vanilla, beeswax, zinc oxide, coconut oil, peace and love! It’s ALL GOOD.

Tested 365 days a year since 2007 under the tropical Indonesian sun, Surfyogis has been proven to work 100% of the time. Did you know that aluminum is highly recyclable? 2/3’s of all aluminum ever produced is still in use today!


这种高效的啤酒仅用天然和清洁的成分制成-巧克力,咖啡,香草,蜂蜡,氧化锌,椰子油,和平与爱! 都很好。自2007年以来,经过每天365天的测试,在印度尼西亚的热带阳光下,Surfyogis可以100%地工作。您知道铝是高度可回收的吗? 今天生产的所有铝中有2/3仍在使用中!可以在淘宝网站购得。


Badger Clear Zinc Sunscreen Cream

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$15 / RM61.07

"Mineral sunscreens can be equally effective as chemical sunscreens," says Howe, who counts Badger's Clear Zinc Sunscreen Cream as a personal go-to for invisible coverage. "[It] provides great protection while going on clear and limiting harm to coral reefs. It’s popular with surfers, who are probably the toughest crowd to please when it comes to sun protection."


“矿物防晒霜与化学防晒霜一样有效。” Badger的Clear Zinc防晒霜被认为是个人隐形遮盖剂。 “ [它]可以提供很好的保护,同时又可以消除对珊瑚礁的伤害,并且可以减少对珊瑚礁的伤害。它在冲浪者中很受欢迎,在防晒方面,他们可能是最难满足的人群。


Sun & Earth Natural Zinc Tinted All Day Cream

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$20.00

Protect your skin from the sun's rays with this Natural Zinc Tinted Day Cream from Sun & Earth. A favourite amongst the surfing communities, this forms a chemical-free, physical barrier on the skin and is water resistant making it an ideal option for water sports. This all day cream contains Zinc Oxide. This reef-friendly cream is made from the finest Cold pressed, Fair Trade, Certified Organic Oils. You can be confident that what you're putting on your skin won't harm you or the Earth.

The Sun & Earth range includes three shades; Sandy Light, Sunny Tan and Earthy Cocoa.


这款来自Sun&Earth的天然锌有色日霜可保护您的皮肤免受阳光的伤害。 它是冲浪社区中的最爱,在皮肤上形成了无化学物质的物理屏障,并且防水,使其成为水上运动的理想选择。 这全日霜包含氧化锌。 这种对礁石友好的乳霜是由最优质的冷压,公平交易,经认证的有机油制成。 您可以确信,放在皮肤上的东西不会伤害您或地球。

太阳和地球范围包括三种阴影; 桑迪轻盈,棕褐色和土可可。


Surfmud™ Natural Zinc Tinted Covering Cream

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$24.95

Designed for use by aquatic and outdoor enthusiasts, Surfmud™ is a natural, zinc-based cream developed by surfers to help guard their skin during long hours of surfing in rough ocean conditions. This long-lasting, handmade formulation offers protection from the damaging effects of the Australian climate by creating a physical barrier to effectively shield the skin from UVA and UVB rays, wind and salt water.


专为水上和户外运动爱好者使用而设计,Surfmud™是一种天然的锌基乳霜,由冲浪者开发,可在崎rough的海洋条件下长时间冲浪时保护皮肤。 这种持久的手工配方可通过创建物理屏障有效保护皮肤免受UVA和UVB射线,风和盐水的侵害,从而免受澳大利亚气候的破坏性影响。


Beautycounter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen


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$39

2018's Best of Beauty winner: Beautycounter's Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion. Made with non-nano zinc and antioxidant-rich California Poppy, this formula not only feels great on skin, but effectively blocks UV rays without a noticeable white cast.


2018年最佳美容大奖得主开始:Beautycounter的Countersun矿物防晒乳液。 该配方由非纳米锌和富含抗氧化剂的California Poppy制成,不仅在皮肤上感觉很好,而且可以有效地阻挡紫外线,而不会产生明显的白色斑点。


Babo Botanicals SPF 30 Sheer Zinc Sunscreen


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RM65

"I advise my patients to apply more natural, mineral sun protection with hopes that this is less harmful to reefs nearby popular swimming areas,"Marmur says, , naming Babo Botanicals Sheer Zinc Sunscreen as a product she recommends to her patients. "However, when using mineral sunscreen you should still practice safe sun and remember to reapply."


Marmur说:“我建议我的患者使用更天然的矿物质防晒霜,希望这对流行游泳区附近的珊瑚礁危害较小。”她将Babo Botanicals Sheer Zinc防晒霜命名为她向患者推荐的产品。 “但是,在使用矿物防晒霜时,您仍应保持安全的阳光并记住要重新涂抹。”


Safesea organic sunscreen spray

Safe Sea Organic Sunscreen Spray SPF 50

RM70


Offering double protection from the sun and jellyfish stings, Safe Sea SPF 50 sunscreen is an organic sunscreen offering UV protection. It is waterproof sunblock in spray form, very easy to apply. Contains antioxidants such as vitamins B, E and Bioplasma-FA, a plankton extract with patented sting inhibitors, which improves the skin’s hydration and have anti-aging and anti-stress properties.Clinically tested - Safe for Baby (6 months old up) - UVB / UVA protection. - Waterproof - For Face & Body - For sensitive skin - Jellyfish and Sea Lice Sting Protection - Paraben Free. Perfume Free - COLIPA COSMETICS EUROPE crtified.


Safe Sea SPF 50防晒霜具有双重保护作用,可抵御阳光和水母刺伤,是一种提供紫外线防护的有机防晒霜。它是喷雾形式的防水防晒霜,非常易于使用。含有维生素B,E和Bioplasma-FA等抗氧化剂,这是一种浮游生物提取物,具有获得专利的抗刺痛剂,可改善皮肤的水合作用并具有抗衰老和抗压力特性。 UVB / UVA保护。 -防水-面部和身体-敏感皮肤-水母和海虱刺痛保护-不含对羟基苯甲酸酯。无香料-欧洲COLIPA COSMETICS认证



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