At Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen, we have created a comprehensive range of mineral sunscreens that are not only effective, but are also kind to our amazing coral reefs. Some of the active ingredients in chemical sunscreens are potentially contributing to the death of these amazing natural habitats and it’s something we’re dedicating ourselves to preventing.
Believe it or not, as much as 6,000 tons of chemical sunscreen enters coral reefs on an annual basis, which equates to over 60 million bottles’ worth! Sunscreen washes off when we swim in the ocean. It also makes its way to the sea through the water system when you clean it off in the shower. That’s why Blue Lizard mineral sunscreens are ingredient conscious.
Coral Reefs Contain 25% of Global Marine Life
Despite making up around only 1% of the earth’s total surface, coral reefs contain a staggering 25% of all of the world’s marine life. Sadly, more than 50% of the coral reefs that existed 30 years ago, no longer do and Oxybenzone and Octinoxate in chemical sunscreens are thought to contribute to the tragedy.
While you usually won’t find these two ingredients in mineral sunscreens, they are present in around 65% of major brand sunscreens you’ll find on store shelves. Oxybenzone and Octinoxate are believed to contribute to coral bleaching, which happens when the life-supporting algae that’s so important to the health of the reef, disappears due to stress.
Our reefs need all the help they can get and by switching to mineral sunscreen – something that we know represents the best sunscreen on the market for protection and health – you can do your bit. Maybe you could even spread the word amongst your friends about the plight of this amazing natural environment. Coral only grows at 6 inches per year, so without our help, it will be a struggle.
Blue Lizard We Love the Reef Mineral-based Sunscreen
We have created a comprehensive range of mineral and mineral-based sunscreens for all the family that cater for the needs of people of all ages and skin types. From our highly-protective SPF 50+ sensitive skin sunscreen to our sunscreen for kids, there is a choice for everyone. Our products are designed to be easy to carry and apply too, with some varieties also being available in handy sunscreen sticks.
Our We Love the Reef mineral-based sunscreens contain absolutely no Octinoxate or Oxybenzone, so you can use them freely, safe in the knowledge that you’re helping to protect something that is so important to marine wildlife around the world. Just look for the orange We Love the Reef seal on our bottles and tubes.
Want to Get On Board the Mineral-Based Sunscreen Revolution?
If you’d like some of our highly-effective, We Love the Reef sunscreen for yourself and your family, you should head over to our website www.bluelizardsunscreen.com where you’ll find broad-spectrum mineral-based sunscreen sticks, baby sunscreen, sunscreen for kids and much more.
If you have any trouble choosing from the many choices available, give our friendly experts a call today on 800.877.8869 and they’ll talk you through your options. Thanks so much for taking the time to read this blog. We hope that doing so leads you to join us on our mission to protect this most precious of natural wonders.
