Pick the Best Hawaii Reef-Safe Sunscreen for You (2021)

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The sun and sea await you on your Hawaii vacation. Before you lather up on sunscreen, make sure you are wearing sunscreen that doesn’t contribute to coral reef bleaching while protecting you from the tropical, harsh Hawaiian sun.
Hawaii reef-safe sunscreens do not contain chemicals oxybenzone and octinoxate, they both contribute to coral bleaching. Read the sunscreen’s ingredients before buying. Look for sunscreens that contain natural minerals like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide and are labeled as non-nano and paraben-free.
On January 1st, 2021, sunscreens containing chemicals oxybenzone and octinoxate will no longer be sold in Hawaii. These chemicals have been found to contribute to coral reef bleaching.
You can still bring reef-unfriendly sunscreens to Hawaii without fearing a ticket at the beach but why be that person? There are other ways to keep yourself UV-protected while protecting Hawaii’s reefs.
Let two Maui locals show you the way to sunscreen peace of mind.
American Academy of Dermatology gives a good breakdown of the safety and lack of information around sunscreens at the link below, including the fact that the FDA only lists zinc oxide and titanium dioxide on their Generally Recognized and as Safe and Effective (GRASE) list for sunscreen ingredients.
www.aad.org/public/everyday-c...
The list of 21 reef-safe, Hawaii allowed, sunscreens is here for you: thehawaiivacationguide.com/ha...
7 Tips to Pick the Best Reef-Safe Sunscreen (2021)
1. Wear Sun-Protection Clothing (7:01 mins)
2. Choose "Non-Nano" Lotions (7:40 mins)
3. Avoid Oxybenzone and Octinoxate (8:16 mins)
4. Use Rub-On Sunscreen at the Beach (8:34 mins)
5. Buy "Paraben-Free" Sunscreens (8:56 mins)
6. Buy 80-Minute Water Resistant (9:20 mins)
7. Use Mineral-Based Sunscreen (9:36 mins)
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@nicolehoefling6515 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome information, thank you!! I had no idea but we have always used Hawaiian Tropic and Banana Boat sunblock so I will double check before coming out in June. Thanks again Jordan for the list! 👍🏼😊

@haileylang9386 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Really appreciate this!

@user-ek6qj4pk9x 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video! Very well done and engaging. Information is super helpful. This is the most helpful video I’ve found on reef safe sunscreen.

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 2 жыл бұрын

thanks, we appreciate that. It was one of our original videos but near and dear to our hearts.

@CasualCritics 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info. 🐻🤙

@lyanne5525 3 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing, this should be happening everywhere

@TheGothbear 3 жыл бұрын

Lol. I love how informative he is then she’s like just tell me what to buy and I’ll get it. So my attitude. I love the information just will never Remember it all 🤣

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I went overboard on the info! She cut me off during filming numerous times and I’m glad she did! Thanks for watching this oldie!

@joaoi.d.i4725 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@timgraymatter 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Mahalo!

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Mahalo for watching!

@medepresed5123 2 жыл бұрын

Ironically, don't get reef safe Hawaiian Tropic. It has all the ingredients on the "Avoid Using" sign, under the two that are now illegal.

@targayin Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Trying to find the best mineral-based sunscreen since that seems to be the way to guarantee it's not harmful to reefs. Updated Hawaiian law: "Beginning January 1, 2023, it shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale in the State any sunscreen that contains avobenzone or octocrylene without a prescription issued by a licensed healthcare provider."

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Жыл бұрын

we like Blue Lizard for mineral based sunscreen. You can also buy a lot of great, local, Hawaiian brands when you are on the islands!

@cfrost87 4 жыл бұрын

Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are now the only sunscreen ingredients that the fda says are grase. The chemical ones are no longer on the grase list.

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chrystal! Great to hear the FDA has updated its guidance. I'll update the description in the video.

@cfrost87 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Or at least they are going that route if they haven't already taken the chemical sunscreen active ingredients off the grase list. Edit: I just looked it up, and zinc and titanium are grase, and the chemical sunscreen ingredients are essentially under study to determine if they can continue to be used. Also, the fda does not consider sunscreen/insect repellent combo products as grase. Two separate products should be used.

@protectourfreedom8221 3 жыл бұрын

So that's why doc martin's of Maui is not selling. I'm in trouble after being a die hard user for years. Avid surfer here who likes to only apply once for 4 hours in the water. Doc martin's filled my need perfectly and it was pretty easy to wash off. Now I need to find a temporary alternative. Any suggestions?

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

We like Blue Lizard, we list 21 reef-safe sunscreens here and some Hawaii made sunscreens: thehawaiivacationguide.com/hawaii-reef-safe-sunscreens/

@protectourfreedom8221 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thanks...the only thing that has me questioning blue lizard is how waterproof it is. I can't afford to get out of the water and reapply every hour. But I'll do more research on it. Looking for something that will last me at least 3 hours in the water without it running into the eyes and having to reapply.

@rodolfoquintas3294 3 жыл бұрын

Question? Is banana boat sunscreen lotion reef safe?

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

See if they don’t have the chemicals we mention. See the description. Most big name sunscreens changed their formula in 2019 to remove the two chemicals.

@bilguana11 4 жыл бұрын

This is great - mahalo nui. It's titanium dioxide. And don't breath spray sunscreens.

@shwetadesai857 2 жыл бұрын

Do we buy reef safe or reef friendly?

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 2 жыл бұрын

It is an unregulated phrase, they are synonyms. either one works. We recommend mineral based sunscreens as those are best for the marine life (what they know now)

@haileylang9386 3 жыл бұрын

I took a look at your list! Which ones are your fav? tia

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Blue Lizard because it works, is a good price, and Henry likes to watch the bottle turn blue in the sun.

@haileylang9386 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thanks! I'm hesitant to try that one based on reviews saying its tough to rub in. My husband works outside all day so I'm looking for something that is easy to reapply, high protection, water/sweat resistant, and doesn't sit too heavy/leave a ghostly cast. Quite the criteria, I know lol. Have you tried any products by Goddess garden or Bare Republic?

@haileylang9386 3 жыл бұрын

If Henry likes the color changing bottle, I bet he would LOVE Bare Republic's colored sunsticks! they look so fun for kids

@TheHawaiiVacationGuide 3 жыл бұрын

@@haileylang9386 We haven't tried those other brands but we will give them a shot. It is tough to get a blend-in mineral-based sunscreen. We find that Blue Lizard is fine after a little while, seems to absorb in. The more expensive ones have better reviews. As long as the are non-nano they are good in my book.