Case Studies

Case Studies

Inside The SunSafe® Standards | The Sunscreen List™ 

Independent SunSafe® Case Studies uncover SPF truths — what is not on the label, unregulated reef-safe claims, ingredient safety, and global testing standards for safer sun protection.

Product report
Microplastics
♳ Wot Not to use.
Not everything is listed on the label — discover why microplastics matter and where they're hiding.
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UV Filter report
Oxybenzone
🚩 Hard Pass
One of sunscreen's most talked-about ingredients. Explore the research behind the headlines.
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Regulation report
Reef Safe
🪸 Is Reef Safe Regulated?
There was no global regulatory body for reef-safe sunscreen — until now.
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Regulation report
SPF Testing
🌞 The Sun Protection Factor.
Discover why SPF standards vary around the world.
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Testing report
What is an SPF test?
🧴 The level of protection = SPF
What SPF actually measures, and where inconsistencies can occur.
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UV Filter report
Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂)
💄 Mineral Colouring
A closer look at one of the world's most common mineral UV filters.
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Skin Science report
Antioxidants vs Oxidative Stress
🍵 The backup behind your SPF.
Sunlight’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause lasting damage within the skin. Discover how antioxidants support the skin’s natural defences.
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SunSafe® Case Studies and Reports celebrate the brands doing the right thing for people and the planet - above and below the surface.

 

Our reports assess both product formulation and publicly available brand transparency at the time of review. Some products may contain stronger credentials than visible on an official webstore, so where information is limited we may mark criteria as pending clarification rather than failed.

We actively encourage brands to provide updated testing, sourcing, sustainability, and ingredient documentation so scores can improve over time. SunSafe® is designed to reward progress, not just perfection.


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References & Further Reading

Regulation • Testing • Marine Science • Environmental Research • Related Reports

Sources updated as evidence evolves.

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Explore The SunSafe®Standards

  • The Watch List™

    The Watch List™

    SPF ingredients and claims under scrutiny. The Watch List highlights what to question, avoid, and monitor based on emerging research and standards.

    The Watch List™

    SPF ingredients and claims under scrutiny. The Watch List highlights what to question, avoid, and monitor based on emerging research and standards.

  • The Ingredient List™ by The Sunscreen List™ explaining sunscreen ingredients including non-nano zinc oxide, marine bioactives, antioxidants and SunSafe® ingredient education.

    The Ingredient List™

    Understand what’s in your SPF. The Ingredient List breaks down UV filters, preservatives, and additives to support safer, informed sunscreen choices.

    The Ingredient List™

    Understand what’s in your SPF. The Ingredient List breaks down UV filters, preservatives, and additives to support safer, informed sunscreen choices.

  • Case Studies

    Case Studies

    Independent SunSafe® case studies uncover SPF truths—microplastics, reef-safe claims, ingredient safety, and global testing standards for safer sun protection.

    Case Studies

    Independent SunSafe® case studies uncover SPF truths—microplastics, reef-safe claims, ingredient safety, and global testing standards for safer sun protection.

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