FEATURE
An Idiot ’ s Guide to Sunscreen
Everyone ’ s heard that wearing sunscreen is important , but not everyone knows exactly why . Here at BUUB Sunscreen , we engage in an ongoing battle against the sun – a rather uneven struggle ( we make pretty good sunscreen and so far the sun hasn ’ t stood much of a chance ), but a struggle , nonetheless . Through our daily duel with the sun , we ’ ve learned a thing or two about sun protection , and we ’ re going to break it down for you … really simple !
Every time you step outdoors during the day , you expose yourself to ultraviolet ( UV ) rays . Prolonged exposure to these rays can lead to sunburn , premature aging , and an increased risk of skin cancer . Sunscreen acts as a barrier , thwarting these harmful rays from penetrating the skin and causing damage . Alternatively , wearing long-sleeved shirts , hats , and trousers can shield your skin . If you can handle the heat , donning socks , gloves , and a balaclava might provide additional protection .
At BUUB Sunscreen our primary goal is to ensure that everyone can enjoy carefree fun in the sun without worrying about incidentally harming themselves or the environment . Whether it is for your daily make-up routine , sending the kiddies out to play , going surfing , or hitting that Sunday 10km run , you ’ re going to need sunscreen . We think BUUB is great , but at the end of the day , as long as you ’ re getting sunscreen on , that ’ s what matters most . The best sunscreen is the one you will wear every day .
“ Socks and balaclavas ? That sounds like a lot of effort , I think I ’ ll just stick to sunscreen , thanks !”. An excellent decision ! But let ’ s take a closer look , there are a lot of different sunscreens out there . Most sunscreens fall under two categories , and no , those aren ’ t “ dirt cheap and outrageously expensive ”. Instead , you have chemical-based or mineral-based sunscreens . While chemicalbased sunscreens have been popular for a long time , concerns about their safety have surfaced . Ingredients like oxybenzone and octinoxate have been linked to hormone disruption and environmental damage , raising health-related questions . Additionally , individuals with sensitive skin may experience irritation from these chemical formulations .
Enter mineral-based sunscreens like BUUB — a natural and effective alternative . Utilizing ingredients like non-nano zinc oxide , these physical sunscreens create a protective barrier on the skin ’ s surface . Acting as reflective shields , these minerals scatter and repel UV rays , offering comprehensive protection against both UVA and UVB rays .
Over and above being super good for your skin , BUUB is 100 % organic . Not just natural , or eco-friendly … we mean 100 % certified organic ( the first in South Africa !). That means every ingredient , from farm to tube , is free of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides , non-GMO , and harvested in a non-destructive manner . In other words , we protect the environment , and you end up with a product that contains none of the bad stuff ! Our product also happens to be : vegan , cruelty-free , dermatologically tested for all skin types , water resistant , reef safe , mineral based , and it doesn ’ t leave a white caste …
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