Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreen: Which is Better for You and the Planet?

Why is it important to choose your sunscreen wisely?

Sunscreen is one of the most essential products to prevent premature aging, spots, and skin cancer. But not all sunscreens are the same.

Some common ingredients can harm your sensitive skin, affect your hormones and even pollute the oceans.

Key differences between sunscreens

What problems can a chemical sunscreen cause?

Many conventional chemical sunscreens contain ingredients such as:

• Oxybenzone → hormonal disruptor
  
• Octinoxate → harms corals and marine life
  
• Synthetic fragrances → can cause allergies
  
• Drying alcohols → irritate the skin
  

Additionally, some of these compounds absorb into the blood and have been detected even in breast milk. 

 Why choose mineral sunscreen?

Mineral filters are an option safer, more natural, and more respectful with your skin and the environment. Advantages:

• They are not absorbed → they act on the surface
• They do not alter your hormonal system
• They are gentler on sensitive skin
• Suitable for pregnancy and children
• They do not pollute the ocean or harm corals

Do they have any downsides?

• They usually leave a white film (although less and less with micronized formulas).
  
• They may feel a bit denser, but also more moisturizing.
  

Tuara Tip: Apply your sunscreen on well-hydrated skin and with gentle circular movements to improve its absorption.

And the SPF?

• SPF 30 → blocks 97% of UVB rays
  
• SPF 50 → blocks 98%

More important than the number is reapply every 2 hours if you're in the sun.

At Tuara, we advocate for conscious care

Our beauty rituals don't end with hydration. Protecting the skin with clean and respectful ingredients it's part of a truly healthy routine.

Because it's not just about blocking the sun, but about take care of your skin in the long term and respect the world we inhabit.