You may have noticed that we are updating our packaging to say 'Reef Safer*.' When we started Stream2Sea in 2014, our primary goal was to create a product line that was safe for you and safe for...
The world’s first mineral sunscreen technology that enhances protection after water immersion. The release of our new EveryDay Mineral Sunscreen marks two major advances for Stream2Sea. It’s our...
Sunscreen is probably on your list as you plan your fall excursions – and hopefully you’re looking for a product that is “reef safe.” (If not, check out the report from the International...
Oxybenzone and Octinoxate-Free does not mean safe for use. Learn about the threat posed by a third “O”, Octocrylene.
Breaking down avobenzone, why it’s harmful, and what you can do about it.
Do your skincare products spark joy for you AND the planet? How to declutter your bathroom cabinet, recycle old, toxic products, and organize the good stuff.
Chemical-free sunscreen is a hot topic right now — understandably so! The relationship between sunscreen ingredients and marine health is a huge concern, and often when we hear about what can be...
The truth about UV blockers, SPF ratings and the difference between UVA and UVB rays The UV blockers in most sunscreens contain harmful chemical-based ingredients such as: ▪ Oxybenzone...
When most people think of organic sunscreen, they think natural, wholesome and safe. But, you might remember from high school chemistry that "organic" can also mean carbon-based chemicals. So what’s...
If your sunscreen contains oxybenzone and parabens, they could be part of the problem. When the Washington Post and Time magazine both published articles warning about sunscreens killing coral...
The fast, easy answer: Absolutely. Ask any lifeguard from the 1960s how well zinc oxide worked when they didn’t have another option. The truth of the matter is that mineral sunscreens are the single...
The chemist knew that the body care and sunscreens available on the market often use FDA-approved ingredients that are linked to negative effects on the body—and that safer alternatives were...