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Keep your skin healthy and happy while achieving a radiant sun-kissed glow
There’s nothing more important than protecting your skin, especially when you’re out and about catching rays in the summertime. With a rising trend in clean beauty and skin care, there are lots of products being made available in the market that are chemical-free, made with natural ingredients, and nourishing for the body.
We’ve rounded up some of our favourite sunscreens and tanning oils so that you can soak in the sunshine worry-free…
Made in Australia, Bali Body thrives on using nourishing, cruelty-free ingredients to give you the best glow year-round. Packed with peach extract, coconut oil and vitamins, this fruit-scented oil will keep your skin hydrated and super soft. Find online here
Naturopathica’s SPF 50 daily sunscreen protects your entire body against UVA and UVB damage thanks to powerful ingredients like micronized zinc oxide, green tea extract and deep sea enzymes. Plus, it’s lightweight and soaks into the skin without leaving a residue.Find online here
Infused with argan oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, green tea butter and aloe vera, Sun Bum’s top-rated spray not only smells amazing but works to give you long-lasting bronze skin. Give yourself a good spritz 15 minutes before basking in the sun and it’s as easy as that! Find online here
Coola’s organic lotion is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, reef-friendly, and has a sheer finish so you don’t have to worry about white sunscreen marks. It’s also enriched with antioxidants, cruelty-free, vegan, and ideal for sensitive skin… among so many other benefits.Find online here
This natural tanning oil is a hit for all the right reasons. It contains jojoba, avocado, rice bran, coconut oil, and apricot that work together to hydrate and nourish your skin. Exfoliate before application to get an even glow on your entire body, including your face.Find online here
If you’re looking for a subtle glow, Isle of Paradise will become a quick favourite. Described as a drink of water for your skin, this hydrating mist is infused with brightening colour corrective actives, coconut oil, avocado oil and chia seeds. Not to mention, it comes with a refreshing cucumber eucalyptus scent and can even be used to set your makeup.Find online here
Drunk Elephant’s award-winning formula protects you from harmful rays and contains ingredients such as grape juice, sunflower shoot extract, raspberry seed, and marula oil. Plus, it’s non-irritating and fragrance-free which makes it a great option if you have sensitive skin. Find online here
We love this cocoa-butter infused mineral stick by Beautycounter because it’s super-moisturizing, easy to apply, and won’t take up a lot of space in your bag. It’s also water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, making it a fabulous choice for the beach. Find online here
Goddess Garden combines the power of natural ingredients to create top-quality products that can help people achieve their best skin. This sunscreen spray is SPF 30, reef-friendly, and contains soothing organic aloe vera and coconut oil.Find online here
Inspired by a love for the sun, this illuminating oil will give you a long-lasting glow while keeping you protected from UVA and UVB rays. It’s non-greasy, water-resistant—and we can’t get enough of the salted caramel, pistachio and jasmine scent. Talk about summertime in a bottle!Find online here
With natural ingredients like sunflower oil, beeswax and vitamin E, this organic cream is reef-friendly, biodegradable and safe for sensitive skin. Made for performance sports, it’s a fab option if you’re heading out for some water activities. Find online here
Want to protect your face without all the extra residue and greasiness from sunscreen? REN’s matte formula is our top pick. This passionfruit seed mineral lotion is SPF 30, vegan, cruelty-free, and gently blends into your skin for a clean finish. P.S. It’s always a good idea to moisturize before applying sunscreen to achieve extra smooth coverage. Find online here
Treat your skin to the world’s first hyaluronic self-tanning serum. Super Glow by Tan Luxe will give you a beautiful, gradual tan, as well as long lasting hydration. It’s made with superfoods like chia seed oil, raspberry seed oil, beetroot extract and kale extract. Plus, it boosts collagen production and can be used on the daily. This is a natural winner! Find online here
Stay protected from sun damage and premature aging with Isabella’s 100 percent vegan Clearly Gold tanning oil. It’s enriched with beta carotene, vitamins and essential oils so that your skin won’t feel dry. For a natural-looking bronze glow, apply the formula generously before sun exposure and follow up with sunscreen for additional coverage. Find online here
Free of harmful chemicals, this award-winning natural sunscreen is packed with goodies for your skin like green tea extract, cucumber extract and pomegranate seed oil. We also love that it’s fragrance-free and safe for babies, kids, and adults, making it the perfect option for a family beach day or vacation. Find online here
This two-in-one formula works as an SPF 30 sunscreen and a day cream packed with plant stem cells to deliver firm, healthy skin. Created by dermatologists, it also stimulates collagen and elasticity. Use it daily on your face, neck and décolleté.Find online here
Love Sun Body’s natural and vegan sunscreen is known as one of the world’s safest product of its kind. We love all the goodness inside this bottle including that it’s hypoallergenic, coral-reef safe, dries quickly into a matte finish and is extremely moisturizing.Find online here
Boost your skin’s natural glow with Supergloop’s cucumber-scented oil. It’s so lightweight and hydrating that you won’t even realize you’ve applied sunscreen. This fun bottle has an SPF 50, is water resistant for up to 80 minutes, and is also reef-safe.Find online here
First Aid Beauty’s newest mineral sunscreen has an SPF 30 and contains zinc oxide to further protect your face from environmental aggressors. We love that it’s super lightweight, and can even be worn underneath makeup without making you feel greasy. This brand’s products are fabulous for sensitive skin, dermatologist-tested, and contain no artificial fragrances.Find online here
If you like being active, here’s a sunscreen that will keep you protected from harmful rays no matter what you get up to. It’s water-resistant, has an SPF 30, and is rich in organic jojoba, aloe vera,and vitamins for added nourishment.Find online here
