Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen

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And a similar Biossance Sunscreen review says, “I used this product twice; both times I had facial swelling and horrible itching and redness.” Our Verdict This sunscreen applies very smoothly because of the consistency, and it’s easy to blend into the skin,” our tester shares. “It feels very lightweight on my skin, and there’s absolutely no white cast upon application, nor any pilling.” In addition to sinking seamlessly into skin, we find that this reef-safe sunscreen leaves skin looking semi-matte without making it feel dry. I find myself using less than I usually do because of the dewy finish, so I top it off with another layer of a more matte sunscreen. Its products centre on ethically and sustainably sourced squalane – in fact each and every one of its products contain this ultra-hydrating antioxidant, with the aim of brightening, plumping and reducing fine lines.

Celebrating its core ingredient and bottling a bank of nourishing properties, the super-popular 100% Squalane Oil is a heaven-sent hydrating essential that can be used with all skin types. This ultra-moisturising formula encourages the natural cell renewal processes within your skin while sealing in essential hydration for lasting softness. Overall, we think that Biossance Sunscreen is formulated well, and we’d recommend this product if you’re looking for a clean 100% mineral sunscreen. Pros Key Ingredients:Avobenzone, Homosalate,Octisalate, Octocrylene, Carrot Juice, Sun Flower Oil, Cacao One thing we love about the Biossance Sunscreen is that it’s EWG-verified. When a product is verified by the EWG (Environmental Working Group), that means it’s free from chemicals and ingredients that are harmful to your health, such as endocrine disruptors, synthetic fragrances, formaldehyde releasers, and more.Looking for clean skincare that is effective, natural, and affordable seems impossible these days. Look no further. Biossance has formulated the newest and greatest skincare and beauty products that are clinically and scientifically-proven. Biossance vegan, cruelty-free, and non-toxic moisturizers, and clean moisturizers, as well as clean cleansing oils are good for the environment and even better for your skin. Skin-nourishing ingredients like sea moss, squalane, and other hydrating oils come together in this ultra-light body oil with a transfer-free texture and SPF 30 protection. Instead, she says, you should be using sun protection products with moisturizers in them. In other words, the shelf space that's traditionally been reserved for an a.m. moisturizer that's got SPF in it should be swapped, instead, for a sunscreen with moisturizing ingredients. Still with me? Since products that are marketed as sunscreen are subject to FDA regulations (which, as Dr. Gohara pointed out, moisturizers are not), you'll be sure you're getting the purported amount of SPF protection. On the downside, this SPF smells… different. “It smells a little like a plastic beach ball — but only if you get really close to the skin,” our tester clarifies. “I imagine if I really lathered my whole body the scent might be slightly stronger and could potentially be unpleasant, but that's just a conjecture.”

Since squalene is very unstable, Biossance uses squalane because it’s a saturated and stable hydrocarbon that mimics squalene. You've heard it time and time again: Daily application of sunscreen is non-negotiable and that goes for all skin tones. The problem is too many sunscreens don't exactly work for darker skin tones. Yes, we all know it too well: you apply sunscreen only to look in the mirror to find that odd, white-ish gray film all over because the formula wasn't made to blend into melanin-rich skin. And the truth is, this shouldn't be the case. An unfortunate effect of this problem is that people with brown skin tend to just skip sunscreen altogether, but according to experts that's a big no-no. You may be aware that physical sunscreens like zinc oxide can leave that dreaded white cast after application. However, Biossance Sunscreen is formulated to blend in for all skin tones fast without leaving a trace.

Biossance is a beauty brand known for their use of sugarcane-derived squalane throughout their entire collection of skin care products, and their 100% non-nano, non-toxic mineral sunscreen is no exception.