I tried around 8 different reef safe sunblocks. Australian Gold and Thrive were the best. The only reef safe sunblocks are those that use either non-micronized Zinc Dioxide, or non-micronized Titanium Dioxide. Any sunblock with other active ingredients may claim to be reef safe, but it isn’t.
Why wear reef safe sunblock? All water goes to the ocean eventually, so I try to use this stuff as much as I can. But you especially should wear it if you’re going anywhere near a tropical coral reef. They’re vital ecosystems that are having enough trouble as it is. Hawaii has already banned a few of the most harmful ingredients, though there are still plenty out there that are still technically allowed.
Thrive spreads more easily and evenly than anything else I’ve tried. If you’re concerned with the aesthetics of lotion that is visibly white, definitely go with Thrive. It’s pretty oily, but that oil allows the mineral sunscreen to be evenly distributed, even on hairy skin. This is from the perspective of someone who is relatively pale, so I don’t know about people with darker skin. My guess is that is would visibly lighten you a tiny bit, but since it spreads so evenly, the lightness will be uniform.
I would also argue that Thrive, along with most other mineral sunblocks, is functionally better than chemical sunblock. It protects you for longer, and stays on longer while you’re submerged in water. That said, Australian Gold is king when it comes to being functionally the best (it’s also cheaper). Thrive is cosmetically the best, and will probably protect you just as well if you aren’t going in the water.
One more word of warning, if you do try Australian Gold. Not all Australian Gold sunblocks are reef safe. They do make non reef safe, chemical sunblocks… make sure you buy the ones that say “botanical.” As far as I know Thrive does not make a non reef-safe sunscreen, so that’s another good reason to go with Thrive, to reward the company that has more responsible practices.
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| Price | $29.95 | -6% $16.99 List: $17.99 | -10% $44.99 Typical: $49.99 | $34.99 | -9% $19.95 Typical: $21.95 | $15.29 |
| Price Per Unit | $5.16 / Ounce | $5.86 / Fl Oz | $13.23 / Fl Oz | $11.66 / Fl Oz | $5.87 / Fl Oz | $5.27 / Fl Oz |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Saturday, Aug 3 | — | — | Get it as soon as Saturday, Aug 3 | Get it as soon as Saturday, Aug 3 | Get it as soon as Saturday, Aug 3 |
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| Sold By | Thrive Natural Care | BadgerBalm | Adner Gourdet LLC | Kokua Sun Care Hawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen | Reef Repair | BadgerBalm |
| sun protection | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50+ | 50 | 40 |
| volume | 5.8 fluid ounces | 2.9 fluid ounces | 50 milliliters | 3 fluid ounces | 3.4 fluid ounces | 2.9 fluid ounces |
| form | Cream | Cream | Lotion | Lotion | Cream | Cream |
| skin type | Combination,Sensitive,Normal | All | Sensitive | Sensitive, Normal | Combination, Normal, Oily, Dry, Sensitive | Sensitive |
| scent | Citrus | Unscented | French Vanilla | Vanilla | Coconut | Vanilla |
| active ingredients | Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 23.5% | vitamin e | Zinc Oxide | Active Ingredient: Non-Nano Zinc Oxide 25% | Zinc Oxide | vitamin e |
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Like this product. Will def use during pregnancy. I am an african american woman. Always on the hunt for mineral/ safe skincare products for use while pregnant/ nursing. Product light in texture. Not pasty like a lot of them are. Also not quite milky like a few of my k beauty ones. Ot is def white white, but it melts easily into the skin. You really have to look to see ant cast. This will be a staple for summertime, just for my body. Not for face. It is a decent amount, but not sharing size for the price and amount you get. It isn't greasy feeling, and also gives you a sheen. A few mineral sunscreens don't work for A.A. skin because they create a dry effect. So this one is great. It is vegan, and smells light, I don't prefer the scent. But it doesn't last long. It also contains antioxidants to regenerate your skin. Give it a shot. I took some photos of my skin with it being applied at different stages sonyou can see how is applies. I know everyone's phone color tone/ saturation is different, so for reference in Mac I am a nc50. I hope thos review helps
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Like this product. Will def use during pregnancy. I am an african american woman. Always on the hunt for mineral/ safe skincare products for use while pregnant/ nursing. Product light in texture. Not pasty like a lot of them are. Also not quite milky like a few of my k beauty ones. Ot is def white white, but it melts easily into the skin. You really have to look to see ant cast. This will be a staple for summertime, just for my body. Not for face. It is a decent amount, but not sharing size for the price and amount you get. It isn't greasy feeling, and also gives you a sheen. A few mineral sunscreens don't work for A.A. skin because they create a dry effect. So this one is great. It is vegan, and smells light, I don't prefer the scent. But it doesn't last long. It also contains antioxidants to regenerate your skin. Give it a shot. I took some photos of my skin with it being applied at different stages sonyou can see how is applies. I know everyone's phone color tone/ saturation is different, so for reference in Mac I am a nc50. I hope thos review helps
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