The team at SETT is passionate about protecting both our skin and the oceans - naturally. Founded in 2018 by an avid surfer, the company remains proud of its surfing heritage and creates mineral sunscreens that not only provide great protection from the sun but don’t harm the oceans. Plus, they feel and smell great, rub in smoothly and don’t leave a heavy white cast on the skin. By using 100% mineral UV filters in their sunscreens, SETT products are completely reef and ocean safe as well as kind to sensitive skin. What’s not to love?? There’s much to be said for big floppy hats, sunglasses and just staying out of the sun altogether. However, when it comes to sheer practicality, it’s far easier to commit to the cardinal rule of beauty and all-round skin health of applying SPF daily.

The downside to this sunscreen is that you need to apply it 15 minutes before exposure to the sun and reapply after 80 minutes if you are in the water.They’re sometimes referred to as a physical sunscreens and work by absorbing and then deflecting or scattering the UV radiation, as well as absorbing the UV light and releasing it as heat. 1

Oxybenzone Also known as Benzophenone-3, it is known to cause allergic skin reactions. It acts like estrogen in the body, disrupting natural hormone levels. It also acts as a bleaching agent in the water hence its danger to coral reefs. At what point can we trust SETT sunscreen though? Well, as James Marshall states, “Sun protection factor (SPF) products must undergo rigorous and comprehensive testing before they can be sold to consumers. Australia is known for having the most demanding requirements on the effectiveness of sun protection, and the EU has the most demanding requirements on other ingredients that may harm human health (preservatives, emulsifiers etc). A study in 2015, published in the journal Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology also affirms that both chemicals found in most sunscreens on the market can also induce feminization in adult male fish and cause reproductive diseases and neurological behavioural changes in them. What we need to understand is that fish are more than seafood! Fish are wildlife first, and they are critical components of complex marine ecosystems and food webs! SPF30 UVA and UVB high protection – this particular SETT Everyday mineral sunscreen is not water resistant and is suitable for everyday use when you're not in the water or sweating. Works well under make up as it is slightly lighter on the skin that our other sunscreens. Rubs in well with no greasy feel. This lotion is a chemical sunscreen that promises all-day protection even in the water. In reality, its effectiveness will depend on how generously it is applied. It should be very suitable for surfers who spend many hours in the water. Many people are very loyal to this brand and find it an efficient way to give excellent protection.

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mineral UV filters (zinc oxide and titanium dioxide), no chemicals, so SETT won’t harm ocean life like chemical sunscreen does. Water-resistant – obviously. We’re launching a new SPF50 formulation this year, which is very water-resistant and rubs in super well. It’ll be launched in the US first, then here in the UK and then the EU. It’ll be available in 100ml pouches to start. Our product range includes SPF50 and SPF30 water resistant sunscreens for the whole body and a lighter everyday SPF30 sunscreen designed for days when you’re out and about but not in the water. A luscious SPF20 Lip Balm completes the sun protection range. Rubs Into Skin Virtually Clear – We use non nano mineral ingredients. Our formulation gets as close to clear as possible - without using chemicals and nano particles which can lead to skin irritation. Getting sunburn is a sure sign that you have suffered skin damage, and your risk of developing skin cancer will significantly increase. Non-irritant – We’ve all been there. You slather on the sunscreen, and once you get wet, you find it dripping into your eyes, causing the sting of doom. It’s best to choose a sunscreen that promises not to sting.