SPF30 Sunscreen Balm Stick

Ingredients in popular sunscreen are extremely harmful to aquatic life. Between 6,000 - 10,000 tonnes of sunscreen lotion wind up in coral reef areas every year. The majority of sunscreen brands contain oxybenzone, a UV filtering compound, that is fatal to baby reefs and damaging to adult reefs, which host more than a quarter of all marine fish species. Other sunscreen ingredients, including oxybenzone, have been proven to stunt growth and damage an array of marine life. They are also responsible for decreased fertility and reproduction in fish.

Damaged aquatic life may not feel like a huge deal to us land dwellers, however, oceanic plankton is responsible for producing 50-80% of the oxygen on earth and stores 50% more carbon dioxide than our atmosphere. On top of that, coral reefs are estimated to directly support over 500 million people worldwide.

Scence sunscreen is formulated from mango butter and organic coconut oil to soothe and smooth, and a natural zinc suspension is added to ensure even application and broad spectrum protection, keeping skin safe from harmful UVA and UVB exposure.

Tube measures approximately 9cm high x 4cm diameter.

To release the balm, push the base firmly into the tube lid. Warm the balm stick against your skin for 2-3 seconds to melt then glide to apply.

Hand made in Cornwall from ethically sourced, natural and organic ingredients. Packaged in recyclable and fully compostable cardboard tube. With use, the card tube may darken with the natural oils of the balm, developing a deeper patina. This is normal and doesn’t affect the quality of the balm.

Palm oil free and suitable for vegans.

Store in a cool, dry place. This natural balm will soften in warm temperatures above 30 degrees but will become firm again when cooled.

Use within 24 months of purchase.