Summers here and we have a list of great sunscreen products that are made in the USA. Remember always look for UVA and UVB protection in your sunscreen. When it comes to sunscreens it certainly isn’t a one size fits all health & beauty product. Sometimes you have to try a few different brands to find one that you love and that works the best with your skin. Here are a list of sunscreens made in the USA that are great for your skin that are cruelty-free and reef safe – so they are good for the environment too!
Tips to get the most out of your sunscreen protection:
- Apply 15 minutes before going out in the sun.
- Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating (may be less depending on your brand of sunscreen).
- Apply every 2 hours for maximum sun protection.
1. Badger SPF 30 Clear Zinc Sunscreen Cream – Unscented
Unlike other zinc sunscreens this one by Badger is non-whitening and is made with organic ingredients this mineral sunscreen is water resistant up to 40 minutes, reef-safe, cruelty-free, and provides UVA and UVB protection. Available in other SPF’s, for kids and more. Most Badger sunscreens are made in the USA but check the labels because some are made in Canada.
2. Bee Friendly Organic Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Made with USDA organic ingredients this mineral based sunscreen stays effective for up to 80 minutes of swimming or sweating during outdoor activities, provides broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection. Leaves no white residue when applied. Cruelty-free and reef-safe.
3. Supergoop! Everyday Play SPF 50 Sunscreen
Perfect to use everyday for broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection. Cruelty-free, reef-safe formula is water and sweat resistant up to 80 minutes. Made with natural extracts of citrus, basil, and bois de rose that smells amazing.
4. MADE OF Organic Baby Sunscreen SPF 30
A Non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen that blocks against UVA and UVB rays. Made without harsh chemicals to protect your baby’s skin. Non-GMO and free of soy or other derivitives, phthalates, parabans, or synthetic fragrances or ingredients. Gluten-Free, Leaping Bunny, USDA Bio-based Product and NSF Organic Standard Certified.
A vegan sunscreen that is gluten-free, cruelty-free, reef-safe. UVA/UVB protection that is free of parabens, no oils and water-resistant. Effective for 80 minutes of swimming or sweating. Sun Bum Original and Signature sun care products are made, tested, and filled in Florida. Baby Bum is made in both USA and Australia.
6. Block Island Organics Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
100% zinc sunscreen that contains no chemicals. Reef friendly, vegan, cruelty free, paraban free and non-nano zinc. Made with certified organic and natural ingredients. Broad spectrum ultra violet UVA/UVB protection. Named the Environmental Working Group (EWG) Best Beach & Sport Sunscreen 2015 – 2020.
7. Two Peas Organics All Natural Organic SPF 50 Sunscreen
Certified organic sunscreen that uses highly effective plant derived and certified organic ingredients. Coral reef safe, no animal testing, no fragrance, chemical free forumal. Contains 25% Zinc Oxide helps to prevent sunburns and help decrease the risk of skin damage. A sunscreen that is baby, kid and family friendly.
