Same protective formula, two different finishes. This untinted version is best if you wear foundation (no shade conflict), prefer a no-colour formula, or want the cleanest possible ingredient list. Our tinted version is best for going makeup-free on the face, since the natural tint blends in and helps eliminate the slight residue mineral sunscreens can leave. Many customers keep one of each — tinted for the face, untinted for the body.

Like any untinted mineral sunscreen, there's the potential for a slight initial residue right after application — but it blends in clean with proper massage and absorbs within a minute or two. Fair-to-medium skin tones see minimal cast. For deeper skin tones, our tinted version may be a better choice, as the warm tint counteracts mineral residue more effectively.

Yes. Reef-safe means free from oxybenzone, octinoxate, and other chemical filters that contribute to coral bleaching — and using non-nano particle size so the minerals can't be ingested by marine life. This formula meets the reef-protection standards required in Hawaii, Mexico's Riviera Maya, Palau, and other regulated destinations.

Yes — that's one of the main reasons people choose the untinted version. Apply after moisturiser, let it absorb for a minute, then apply foundation as normal. Because there's no tint, it won't shift the colour of your makeup.

The formula is mineral-based and free from chemical filters, fragrance, parabens, and common irritants — generally considered the safest sunscreen category for children. For babies under 6 months, paediatricians typically recommend keeping out of direct sun rather than using any sunscreen. For older babies and children, do a small patch test first.

Yes. Mineral filters sit on top of the skin rather than being absorbed, making them the safest sunscreen option during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The formula is free from oxybenzone, retinyl palmitate, and synthetic fragrance.

With daily face application, around 2–3 months. On a week-long beach holiday with frequent reapplication, expect to use about half the stick. The 12g size is designed to last while staying TSA-friendly for carry-on.

The formula resists light water exposure, but any sunscreen — mineral or chemical — should be reapplied after swimming, heavy sweating, or towel drying. The stick format makes this much easier than digging out a bottle on the beach.