ALL ORGANIC INGREDIENTS
This organic formula begins by fusing the rich, wholesome oils of desert Jojoba with tropical Coco-crème, hearty Seabuckthorn berry, and fresh-pressed Red Raspberry Seed, and Tamanu Berry. Then we saturate this sun-soaked elixir with Schizandra, Immortelle, Carrot Seed, Rose Otto, Cape-Chamomile, Frankincense, Ginger, Lavender, Turmeric, Thyme linalool, Sandalwood, Geranium, Calendula, and Palmarosa essential oils
 
DIRECTIONS
Shake well before each use. Be sure to apply a generous amount to exposed skin. Reapply as often as needed. Reapplication frequency will vary based on individual skin type, UV index, water activities, sweat, and geographical location. This lotion is a mineral mantle of plant protection for melasma and hyperpigmentation patches. ELS Zinc Lotion is effective for acne, may be used under makeup, and is also enjoyed as a “blurring tint.” It offers an option for UV interplay, yet it is not a sunblock, nor is it a sunscreen. Reef- and child-friendly.
 
FAQ 
 
Does Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc have an SPF? Is it a sunblock or sunscreen?
We do not classify or label Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc as an SPF product, a sunblock, or a sunscreen. It is important to note that SPF is a regulatory claim achieved through specific testing protocols for active ingredients of synthetic chemical filters. 
While our product is not classified with an SPF value, it is formulated with 20% non-nanoparticle zinc oxide. This concentration is well within the generally recognized effective range for mineral sun protection (15% to 25%), and the maximum allowed zinc oxide percentage in the US for sun protection products is 25%. Zinc oxide functions by forming a physical barrier on the skin's surface that primarily absorbs, but also scatters and reflects, UV light. This differs from synthetic chemical sunscreen ingredients (e.g., oxybenzone or avobenzone), which primarily work by absorbing UV rays and converting them into heat. Our formulation prioritizes pure, effective botanicals alongside non-nano zinc oxide for comprehensive sun harmonization. 
 
Is Everybody Loves the Sunshine + Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc reef and ocean safe?
Our zinc oxide is reef-safe and ocean life safe. Our botanical oils are all natural, organic, and biodegradable, and they are also safe to use in the ocean. 
When did people start using minerals for sun protection? The concept of using minerals for sun protection dates back millennia, with ancient civilizations grinding and applying natural substances like rice bran, plant extracts, clays, and colored earth pigments for skin shielding. Zinc oxide, in particular, has a long history of medicinal use, appearing in Indian medicinal practices (Pushpanjan) as early as 800-500 BC for skin protection. 
Its more modern use as a visible "sunblock" began in the mid-20th century. In the 1940s, zinc oxide was widely recognized for its UV-reflecting properties and became a component in early commercial sunscreens. By the 1960s and 1970s, it was famously sported by lifeguards and surfers on their noses and faces as a thick, white, physical barrier against the sun's reflective rays. Zinc in these days was a heavy, white paste, yet its effectiveness was undeniable. 
Titanium dioxide (TiO2), while discovered in 1821, became widely adopted in sunscreens from the 1980s onwards, as mass-marketing of sunscreens spread. In the 2000s, the development of nano-sized particles for both zinc oxide and titanium dioxide further commercialized mineral sunscreens, allowing for a clearer, less visible application. However, we now know these nano-particles are too small and reactive for our standards of purity and dermal integrity. 
Do Living Libations suncare products use titanium dioxide? Titanium dioxide (TiO2) and zinc oxide (ZnO) are both mineral (physical) UV filters approved by regulatory bodies like the FDA and Health Canada as "Generally Recognized as Safe and Effective" (GRASE) for use in sunscreens. However, there are nuances that lead the purists to prefer zinc oxide, particularly in light of certain concerns regarding TiO2: 
One primary concern with titanium dioxide, especially its nanoparticle forms (which are used to reduce the white cast), is its photocatalytic activity. Upon exposure to UV light, TiO2 can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) or free radicals. These free radicals have the potential to damage skin cells and DNA, and could theoretically accelerate photoaging or cell disturbance. While some manufacturers coat TiO2 particles to mitigate this effect, the production of these radicals is an inherent property, and ongoing research continues to explore long-term implications. 
In contrast, zinc oxide remains the preferred standalone mineral filter for its comprehensive broad-spectrum protection, superior photostability, and its natural role in biology. Zinc oxide’s skin-soothing compatibility is widely recognized for being gentler and non-irritating, making it highly suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or reactive skin, and is the only active sunscreen ingredient approved for infants under six months old. It also possesses anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe skin conditions. Titanium dioxide, however, does not offer these additional benefits, and its nanoparticles may raise concerns for delicate tissues. 
While nano-sized mineral particles offer a cosmetically clear finish, Living Libations opts for purity in our sun care. Concerns regarding the potential for nanoparticles to penetrate the skin's protective barrier and for titanium dioxide's photocatalytic activity to generate free radicals under UV exposure, lead us to choose non-nanoized zinc oxide. These larger particles remain on the skin's surface, providing superior broad-spectrum protection by reflecting and scattering UV rays without interference. This ensures maximum UV defense and skin vitality, honoring your skin's natural respiration and safeguarding its integrity with unparalleled purity.