Broad Spectrum Sunscreen and SPF: How ours is tested

Our Sunscreen is SPF and Broad Spectrum Compliance to the New Zealand Standard

A big shoutout to all our amazing customers who’ve been sending in questions about sunscreen SPF and how our products work. Your curiosity and engagement mean the world to me, and I absolutely love hearing from you.

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Today, I want to address a question asked recently on Facebook:

"Is your sunscreen broad spectrum, protecting against UVA and UVB rays? Has any testing been done regarding protection against long-term sun damage? What does it protect against, and how does it work?"

TLDR

For those of you wanting a quick answer, here is the 'too long didn't read' (TLDR) summary:

✅ YES our products are broad spectrum protecting against UVA and UVB rays

✅ YES our products have been independently SPF and broad spectrum tested meaning they help to protect against long-term sun damage

✅ Our sunscreen protects against both sunburn (caused by UVB rays), premature ageing and long-term skin damage (caused by UVA rays).

✅ Our mineral sunscreen works by absorbing and scattering UV rays before they penetrate the skin, acting like a shield.

Broad Spectrum Protection: What It Means

Firstly, you need to understand that there are two types of UV rays that can damage your skin - 

• UVA Rays: These rays penetrate deep into the skin, contributing to premature aging and long-term skin damage. They are also a significant factor in the development of skin cancers.
• UVB Rays: These rays are primarily responsible for sunburn and can directly damage the DNA in your skin cells, which can also lead to skin cancer.

Broad-spectrum sunscreens are designed to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays. Our sunscreen is formulated to offer comprehensive protection, shielding your skin from both types of harmful rays.

Has any testing been done on our sunscreen to prove this?

Our sunscreen has been clinically tested to ensure it provides broad-spectrum protection, measuring its effectiveness against UVA and UVB rays.

Sun Protection Factor (SPF)

Our sunscreen is made with non-nano zinc oxide which is a mineral UV filter to provide a powerful shield against the sun:

• Physical/mineral filters like zinc oxide, sits on top of the skin where they.....

How to use it

It's important to remember that no sunscreen protects against 100% of rays, so here are some tips to maximise your protection:

• Apply it carefully: Use a sufficient amount to cover all exposed skin. Don’t forget areas like your ears, neck, and the tops of your feet.
• Reapply Regularly: Reapply every two hours, or more often if you’re swimming or sweating.
• Complementary Protection: Wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and hats, and seek shade whenever possible, especially during peak sun hours.

All Things Sunscreen: Frequently Asked Questions

For those who haven’t yet reached out, I encourage you to join the conversation by sending in your questions and feedback via social media! Your input is invaluable, and I'm always here to listen and help, responding personally to all of your questions and feedback. Remember, you are what makes Seasick Sunscreen great, and together, we can make it even better. Thank you for being an essential part of our community!

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Our Labelled SPF has increased from SPF 30 to SPF 40