You won’t believe this formulation until you try it. It’s an innovative game changer in the mineral sunscreen category, and the first mineral body product that won’t leave you ghost white.
Non-nano zinc oxide and titanium dioxide combined with hero inactive ingredient Glycerin will protect while hydrating and nourishing.
- Non-nano mineral-based, reef-safe UVA/UVB protection
- Non-Aerosol and free of petrochemical propellants
- Ideal for dry skin types, Shea Butter and Glycerin deeply hydrate the skin and help maintain its moisture barrier
- Perfect for sensitive or inflamed skin, Cucumber Extract and Licorice Root Extract help reduce redness and calm irritation
- Vitamin E and Ubiquinone deliver potent antioxidant benefits, protecting skin from environmental damage and promoting anti-aging
- Reef Safe sunscreen that adheres to the strictest Maui standards and Hawaii's Act 104
Natural sunscreen option for people with sensitive skin or a mineral sunscreen preference. Bask is turning suncare into skincare by creating Korean skincare inspired products that make Bask products perfect vacation sunscreen, but also elegant, daily use SPF.
Free from oxybenzone, octinoxate, parabens, and sulfates.
What's the difference between Mineral and Non Mineral Sunscreen?
Mineral and chemical sunscreens are both effective UV filters that help to prevent sun burns and premature skin aging.
Chemical sunscreens use a variety of FDA-approved UV filters made from organic compounds to protect your skin. They work by absorbing into the skin and dissipating UV rays.
Mineral sunscreens are made from the inorganic compounds Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Dioxide. Contrary to popular belief, these filters do not reflect UV. They reflect *some* UV, but mostly work by absorbing UV energy. When using these products, it's important to get a smooth application by rubbing them in as much as possible. When you do this, you ensure that your SPF is effective. When you don't, you run the risk of a rigid application which can degrade the product's efficacy.
It's important to know that all sunscreens are chemicals that are made in labs. The primary difference between so-called "mineral" / "physical" and so-called "chemical" sunscreens is that mineral chemicals are inorganic compounds and "chemical" sunscreens are made from organic compounds. "Chemical" or Organic sunscreens tend to be more cosmetically elegant.
Which one is right for you? That’s a matter of personal preference. At Bask, we think the best sunscreen is the one that you are going to use! The three key things to avoid in sunscreen products are: oxybenzone, aerosols with chemical propellants (Bask uses a non-aerosol spray free of chemical propellants), and nanoparticle-zinc.
You should also avoid chemical/mineral hybrid products. It's totally fine to layer a mineral on top of a chemical, but we don't currently recommend purchasing sunscreens that formulate a chemical active and a mineral active together.
The other important factor to consider when choosing between a mineral and chemical sunscreen is environmental. The carbon footprint of mineral sunscreens is exponentially higher than that of chemical/'organic' sunscreens due to its production.