🌞 7 Powerful Benefits of Making Your Own Natural Sunscreen

With growing awareness around what we put on our skin, more people are turning to DIY skincare — and sunscreen is no exception. While store-bought sunscreens can offer convenience, they often come with hidden chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and potential irritants. Making your own natural sunscreen not only gives you control over the ingredients but also supports your health and the environment.

Here’s why creating your own sunscreen might be the sun-safe move you didn’t know you needed

1.🌿 You Control the Ingredients

One of the biggest benefits of DIY sunscreen is ingredient transparency. You can skip harsh chemicals like:

• Oxybenzone (a potential hormone disruptor)
• Octinoxate (linked to coral reef damage)
• Synthetic fragrances and preservatives

Instead, you can use natural SPF boosters like:

• Zinc oxide (non-nano, for broad-spectrum protection)
• Raspberry seed oil
• Carrot seed oil
• Shea butter or coconut oil (for skin nourishment)

2. 👩‍🔬 Custom Formulated for Your Skin Type

Commercial sunscreens are usually one-size-fits-all. When you make your own, you can:

• Choose lighter oils if you have oily skin
• Add calming ingredients (like chamomile or calendula) for sensitive skin
• Infuse with antioxidants like vitamin E for extra sun and skin support

3. ❌ No Harsh Chemicals or Artificial Additives

Many mainstream sunscreens contain ingredients that can:

• Clog pores
• Irritate sensitive skin
• Contribute to long-term health concerns
  DIY sunscreen helps you keep your routine clean, minimal, and skin-friendly.

4. 🌍 Eco-Friendly and Reef-Safe

Commercial sunscreens with oxybenzone and octinoxate contribute to coral bleaching and marine pollution.
By making your own with reef-safe, biodegradable ingredients, you protect both your skin and the ocean.

5. 💰 Cost-Effective in the Long Run

DIY natural sunscreen can be surprisingly affordable. A few core ingredients can make multiple batches, and you’ll often spend less per application compared to premium “natural” sunscreens in stores.

6. 💧 Doubles as Skincare

Homemade sunscreens often use nourishing oils and butters that hydrate, soothe, and support the skin barrier, unlike some conventional formulas that can dry or strip the skin.

Bonus: You can infuse herbs or essential oils to enhance the scent and skincare benefits!

7. ✨ It’s Empowering + Fun

There’s something deeply satisfying about crafting your own skincare. It’s creative, educational, and gives you full control over what you use daily. It also helps you build a deeper connection with your body and nature.

☀️ A Word of Caution:

Natural sunscreens can be effective, but they must be made carefully to ensure proper sun protection. Always:

• Use non-nano zinc oxide as your primary UV blocker
• Aim for an SPF of 20–30
• Reapply regularly, especially after swimming or sweating
• Test your batch before on different part of your body in weak sun hours and taking form there  before relying on it fully in intense sun exposure

Ready to Get Started?

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Your skin deserves pure protection — and making your own is the most empowering way to give it.

Cheers,

La Mayca x