Hale Cosmeceuticals Blog

Why Vegan Sunscreen is Better for Your Skin

Written by Hale Cosmeceuticals Inc | Jul, 2 2014

When you think of the word vegan, you're more likely to think of food than specialty skincare. But, vegan is also an important world in the world of sunscreen. When looking for effective protection this summer, it's important to look at all the ingredients in your sunscreen especially if they are unnatural.

The Science Behind Sunscreen

Sunscreen is essentially a mixture of ingredients that is applied topically to protect skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Sunscreen can be made with chemicals that absorb rays or naturally occurring minerals that shield skin, acting as a protective barrier. Many people opt for the chemical sunscreen for convenience these sunscreens are easily applied as sprays, gels, and usually have a greasy feel. And while they are formulated to absorb UV rays, many sunscreens are made with unnatural chemicals that can cause irritation to your skin. These chemicals include:

  • Avobenzone
  • Homosalate
  • Octisalate
  • Octocrylene
  • Oxybenzone
  • Oxtinoxate

You always want to know what you're putting on your skin, especially if you're going to be reapplying it heavily every few hours. Sunscreen with absorbative chemicals actually get into your bloodstream, causing your body to work harder to detoxify. It is always recommended to use a mineral sunscreen that physically repels UV rays.

Why Use a Natural UV Blocker

At Hale Cosmeceuticals, we only use natural ingredients in our sun protection products. Our Complexion Protection uses titanium dioxide, a naturally occurring chemical and physical blocker with SPF 35+ to protect your skin in the summer sun. Other ingredients include:

  • Alumina
  • Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
  • Capric/Capyrylic Triglyceride
  • Caprylyl Glycol
  • Ceteareth-20
  • Cetearyl Alcohol
  • Cetyl Alcohol
  • Disodium EDTA
  • Glycerin
  • Clyceryl Stearate
  • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
  • Olea Europaea
  • (Olive) Fruit Oil
  • PEG-100 Stearate
  • Phenoxyethanol
  • Polyhydroxystearic Acide
  • Squalane
  • Sodium Hyaluronate
  • Sorbic Acid
  • Stearic Acid
  • Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Urea
  • Water
  • Xanthan Gum

In addition to being naturally sourced, Hale refuses to test skincare products on animals. Complexion Protection is safe for your skin and cruelty free, making it a vegan sunscreen. Complexion Protection is available NOW to order! Call us at 1-800-951-7005 to place your order and ask about our special July discount!"