We all know we should be wearing sunscreen to prevent sunburn and skin cancer. But, did you know that most sunscreens that are sold in stores actually contain carcinogenic (cancer-causing) ingredients?
So, I’m opting in for some non-toxic and effective choices.
To be honest, I hate wearing sunscreen. I’m super particular about what goes on my skin because I can’t stand the feeling of most things, especially sunscreen. (I actually rarely use any lip products or even paint my fingernails because I can’t stand the feeling.)
So, If I am going to wear it like I should, I need it to rub in completely, not feel greasy or sticky, and not leave me looking like a shiny grease pit. ..You know that beach-ready look…
I actually found some non-toxic sunscreen options that I don’t mind wearing.
Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
If you’ve ever tried more natural or clean sunscreens, you know that rubbing in that thick paste can take three times longer to rub in than conventional sunscreen and it’s almost inevitable that you’ll end up with a white patch somewhere on your body that wasn’t fully rubbed in.
Even popular sunscreens that are easy to rub in leave you feeling greasy, gross, and looking extra shiny.
Well, I finally found a non-toxic full-body sunscreen that’s easy to apply, rubs in quickly, doesn’t leave huge white patches, and doesn’t leave you feeling gross.
Enter Beautycounter’s Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion.
Here are some highlights:
– SPF 30
– Water-resistant
– Protects against UVA and UVB rays
– Reef-friendly
– 19% Non-nano Zinc Oxide
– Non-toxic
Things I love about it:
– Easy to apply and glides on smooth
– Leaves your skin feeling soft, not sticky
– Gives your skin a healthy looking, natural glow
– Doesn’t make your hair stick to your skin
– Doesn’t leave you feeling gross or greasy
– Very lightweight, but effective
– Comes in a tavel size too
I really am serious about this not even really feeling like sunscreen.
Would I choose this as my go-to lotion because of how it feels? Probably not. But, for sunscreen it’s the best I’ve found!
Also, it doesn’t stink. Beautycounter uses oils to make their products smell nice, rather than using harmful artificial fragrances.
And the best part… For the month of April, new customers receive 30% OFF their first purchase of Beautycounter!
If you’re more of a mist or spray sunscreen fan, there’s still a non-toxic option for you. Beautycounter offers several different sunscreen products:
– Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Mist SPF 30 (Travel Size)
– Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 30
– Countersun Daily Sheer Defense For Face SPF 25
– Dew Skin Tinted Moisturizer (For Face) SPF 20
– Countersun Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Mist SPF 30 (helps camouflage imperfections and even out skin tone)
– Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Travel Size – SPF 30
Wonderscreen SPF 30
If you’re looking for a sunscreen specifically for your face, my favorite is DIME Beauty’s Wonderscreen.
Again, we’re talking non-toxic, easy to apply, and doesn’t feel gross.
Important Hihghlights:
– SPF 30
– Protects against UVA and UVB rays
– Reef-safe
– 19% Zinc Oxide
– Non-toxic
Things I love about it:
– Lives up to it’s claim to fame of drying clear instead of white
– Gives your face a glow without being too shiny
– Doesn’t feel greasy or gross
– Can be used under makeup
– Lightweight
– Doesn’t dry out your skin
– Goes on smooth like lotion
– Doesn’t stink or smell strong
As mentioned above, Beautycounter also offers sunscreen specifically designed for your face that you can try. (and I love all things Beautycounter) But, I’m also loving the Wonderscreen by DIME.
It feels lightweight and not overly greasy like most sunscreens. It also doesn’t feel like it’s clogging my poors, and I’m immediately going to break out if I sweat any. I’m telling you.. I really hate the feeling of traditional sunscreen.
Use the link below to receive $15 off your first purchase of $50 or more with DIME. <-
My other favorites from DIME are their lash serum (yes, it really makes you lashes grow) and their mascara.
Conclusion
When is comes to using non-toxic products, sometimes you’re sacrificing performance for clean. But, not with these two non-toxic sunscreens.
You’re getting both effective and safe products to use while making memories in the sun with your family and friends.
To be honest, even if you didn’t care about using non-toxic sunscreen, I would still recommend these two just on their performace over other brands.
Side note: you can use the Beautycounter sunscreen I mentioned first on your face as well. But, I do like the Wonderscreen better for my face because it’s a little less glowy. For some reason, the Beautycounter has more glow on my face than it does on the rest of my body.
For more information on why choosing a safe and non-toxic suncreen is important, check out this article from 2021 on Dr. Josh Axe’s website.
Want to know why I choose Beautycounter for most of my skin care? Read my previous blog post.
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