Reef SunSafe®

Protecting Skin.

Respecting Oceans.

 

The SunSafe® Reef category highlights products that align with The Sunscreen List™ approach to marine-conscious sun protection.

There is currently no global definition of "reef safe". That's why we created our own assessment framework.


What Are The Reef SunSafe® Report Criteria:

 Marine ecology

Ingredient transparency

Environmental considerations

Available scientific evidence

The Watch List™


The Verdict:

A SunSafe® Reef product has been independently reviewed against our current reef and marine criteria.


The Facts:

No sunscreen is impact-free.

SunSafe® Reef represents the best sunscreen technology we have today, that presents the lowest risk to our marine ecosystems.

 



The Sunscreen List™ celebrates the brands doing the right thing for people and the planet - above and below the surface. 

See the tick, trust The List™

 

📄 Download the SunSafe® Sunflare: Reef Category Official Criteria


Want to learn more?

• Curious about why non-nano zinc oxide is preferred by marine ecologists? Explore The Ingredient List™

• Concerned about microplastics and persistent pollutants such as PFAS? Visit The Watch List™ and our Case Study on silicone wash off.

• Looking for products that are reef safe? Explore the Eco SunSafe® category of sun protection products and the Eco SunSafe® Category Explainer.

 

 

 

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References & Further Reading

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

Sources updated as evidence evolves.

  • 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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