Clean sunscreen as a daily essential
Top clean brands to protect your skin
Sunscreen isn’t just for beach days—it’s a daily essential. If you're looking for clean, skin-safe options, keep reading.
Not to sound like your mom, but wear your sunscreen!
I used to think sunscreen was only for beach days. But after my mom was diagnosed with malignant melanoma—a result of years in the sun without protection—SPF quickly became a daily non-negotiable in our house. Growing up, I never left for soccer practice or summer camp without sunscreen.
Now that I’m older, I’ve realized how important it is to wear sunscreen every single day—not just on sunny beach days. Daily SPF is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your skin. It helps prevent skin cancer, slows signs of aging, reduces sunburn and hyperpigmentation, and keeps your skin tone even.
(Maggie uses Kiehl’s Auto-Tone Discoloration & UV Solution).
But here's the thing: not all sunscreens are created equal. Many mainstream brands use chemical UV filters that may disrupt hormones or contribute to long-term health issues. Just like we’re mindful about what we put in our bodies, we need to care about what we put on them too.
So, if you're looking to switch to a cleaner SPF, here are three brands worth trying:
Clean Ingredients: Non-nano zinc oxide, no chemical UV filters, parabens, or synthetic fragrances.
Great for all skin types: Hypoallergenic and safe for babies, kids, and pregnancy.
Versatile: Comes in spray, lotion, and stick forms—including fragrance-free and tinted options.
Non-toxic: Non-nano zinc oxide paired with antioxidant-rich oils like buriti, pumpkin seed, and hemp.
Doubles as skincare: Hydrates, protects, and leaves a natural glow—no white cast.
Perfect for everyday wear: Lightweight, makeup-friendly, and reef-safe.
Minimal, safe ingredients: Non-nano zinc oxide, organic oils, and beeswax—no chemical filters or synthetic additives.
Reef-safe + gentle: Hypoallergenic and ideal for sensitive skin, kids, and eco-conscious consumers.
- K.
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