COOLA Mineral Sunscreen – Why Mineral Sunscreen Is The Way To Go!

Sharing why COOLA Mineral Sunscreen is now my go-to for sun protection! Paraben free, reef safe, vegan & gluten free.

Happy Monday! I’m back from St. Lucia & I wanted to chat a little today about sunscreen & the COOLA Mineral Sunscreen I used while on my trip there! Sun exposure or over-exposure is something I think, we all are aware of, especially as we age. Sun damage, tanning, & sun burns can severely damage our skin & lead to further issues down the road such as skin cancer, wrinkles, & dark sun spots. In order to protect myself against the sun, I used a few products from COOLA’s Mineral Sunscreen line & I couldn’t have been happier with their performance & their ability to keep my skin & face safe while on vacation!

Mineral sunscreen is definitely a relatively new concept to me, & I think to others as well! With that said, I am aware of the red-flags involved when using a standard chemical sunscreen since they can end up doing more damage than good when it comes to protecting against the sun & UV rays. Common chemical ingredients in a standard sunscreen such as Oxybenzone, Avobenzone, & Octinoxate are affective when it comes to UV protection, but the problem is, your skin has to absorb those chemicals before any sun protection is achieved.

I’ve mentioned it before here on my blog, but everything we put onto our skin, topically, gets absorbed into our bloodstream. Imagine if you use a chemical sunscreen on the daily – just think of all those chemicals being absorbed! One Zurich study conducted found that at least one chemical ingredient found in sunscreen was located in the breast milk of 76.5% of the women involved in the specific study! I don’t know about you, but I find that to be rather alarming!

Here’s why Mineral Sunscreen is the way to go!

Mineral sunscreen contains two active, naturally occurring ingredients, zinc oxide & titanium dioxide. These mineral ingredients sit on top of the skin, rather than being absorbed like the chemicals mentioned above. Since they sit on top of the skin, they are able to reflect the UV rays, therefore providing protection from the sun.

Many mineral sunscreen users find that wearing a mineral sunscreen leaves a slight residue on their skin. But as I mentioned, since it’s not completely absorbing into your skin, this is completely normal because most mineral formulas don’t contain any additive ingredients to help absorption. This is why you might find that chemical sunscreens have a smooth application & almost look transparent when sprayed or rubbed onto the skin. Some users may even experience a slight purple coloring when a mineral sunscreen is first applied, which is due to the zinc!

But let’s not stop there! It’s also crucial to find a mineral sunscreen that is Broad Spectrum, meaning it will dispel a broad range of UV rays, because there is more than one type & that broad protection is very necessary!

Why COOLA?

The COOLA Mineral Sunscreen line offers Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen in SPF 30 & SPF 50. They have products specific for the face & body, with subtle scents or completely unscented or fragrance free. Their entire product line is Cruelty Free, dermatologist tested, gluten free, paraben free, non-GMO, vegan, & reef safe. COOLA offers Plant Protection® with antioxidant-rich ingredients to help fight free radicals & support the skin!

Mineral Organic Sunscreen Spray – Tropical Coconut – SPF 30

• 70%+ certified organic ingredients
• Non-nano Zinc Oxide sunscreen actives
• Broad Spectrum SPF 30 mineral protection
• Water-Resistant (80 minutes)
• Sheer finish hydrates & nourishes
• Plant Protection®
• Vegan / Non-GMO / Gluten-Free / Paraben-Free
• Reef Safe / Reef Friendly

I used this COOLA Mineral Sunscreen Spray everyday while I was away. This antioxidant enriched SPF 30 sunscreen spray is perfect for sensitive skin & applies beautifully after you rub it in, providing a wearable & comfortable matte finish. I didn’t get burned once on my trip & I 100% attribute it to this product. I have pretty fair skin typically, & am very prone to sunburns. Wearing this sunscreen allowed me to get some beautiful natural color while not over exposing myself, which I’ve definitely been guilty of in the past! The “Tropical Coconut” scent is also extremely natural & honestly, I barely even noticed it! But if fragrance bothers you, this spray is also offered in a fragrance-free formula!

Mineral Organic Body Sunscreen – Fragrance Free – SPF 30

• 70%+ certified organic ingredients
• Non-nano Zinc Oxide sunscreen actives
• Broad Spectrum SPF 30 mineral protection
• Water-Resistant (80 minutes)
• Sheer finish hydrates & nourishes
• Plant Protection®
• Antioxidant Enriched
• Vegan / Non-GMO / Gluten-Free / Paraben-Free
• Reef Safe / Reef Friendly

This COOLA Mineral Sunscreen Body Lotion is very similar to the spray, offering Broad Spectrum SPF 30 protection, while providing a lightweight & wearable finish for all skin types! Again, a great option for my sensitive skin ladies! This antioxidant sunscreen is perfect for the body, but is gentle enough to be used on the face as well!

Mineral Organic Face Matte Tint Moisturizer – Fragrance Free – SPF 30

• Broad spectrum SPF 30 protection
• Mineral Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide ingredients
• Water resistant (40 minutes)
• Antioxidant Rose Hip Oil protects from environmental aggressors
• Sheer and lightweight
• Creates a matte, lightly-tinted finish
• Ideal for combination or oily skin
• Vegan
• Reef Safe/Reef Friendly

I loved using this mineral face moisturizer on my face last week! The lightweight formula of this mineral BB cream provides sheer coverage while infusing your skin with antioxidants from ingredients such as RoseHip Seed Oil, Plankton Extract, & Shea Butter.

I’m now a HUGE fan of COOLA after using these three products throughout the duration of being on vacation this past week! The products I’ve mentioned are available at COOLA & at ULTA Beauty!

Have you tried mineral sunscreen? Let me know in the comments below!

This post is in collaboration with COOLA.