We all know that in summer we need to protect ourselves from the sun with hats and caps, not to be exposed to the sun at peak sun hours and to apply sunscreen. One of the most valued properties of sunscreens is that they are water resistant. However, some of the cream we put on is released into the sea when we swim, and if the area is crowded with bathers, the water is even more affected.

To help cut down on pollution, biodegradable sunscreens formulated with soluble components and physical sunscreens based on minerals such as titanium oxide and zinc oxide have been developed.

Studies have shown that sunscreens using chemical filters such as oxybenzone or octinoxate, octocrylene, aminobenzoic acid, octisalate, homosalate and avobenzone are harmful to aquatic flora, especially coral, and the marine environment in general.

Let’s care for our skin and the environment: protect your skin with products that do not affect aquatic ecosystems and cut down on waste from sunscreen packaging.