Sunscreen

After Sun/Swim

Sun Hats

Sun Shirts

Sunscreen

Top Active Ingredients to Avoid in Sunscreen:

  • Avobenzone
  • Oxybenzone
  • Octinoxate
  • Octisalate
  • Octocrylene
  • Homosalate
  • Butyloctyl Salicylate (inactive ingredient)

Instead, Look for:

  • Zinc Oxide
  • Titanium Dioxide

All sunscreens and after sun/swim products on this page are packaged plastic-free with the exception of items containing a pump sprayer (bottles are plastic-free).

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Adults

Face

Tinted

Active/Sport

Kids

Lip Balm

Additional Options

If you prefer a traditional sunscreen lotion, brands such as Earth Mama, Badger, Attitude, Evan Healy, and Young Living carry options with clean ingredients; however, they are packaged in plastic.

After Sun/Swim

After Sun

After Swim

Additional Options

If you prefer a traditional aloe gel for after sun care, brands such as Badger and All Good carry clean options; however, they are packaged in plastic.

Sun Hats

What to Avoid:

  • Petroleum-derived synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon.
  • Recycled plastics which may be listed as Repreve or rPET.
  • Be discerning of products labeled water-resistant, quick-dry, moisture-wicking, etc. as they may contain PFAS chemicals

Instead, Look for: natural materials such as organic cotton, linen, hemp, wool, raffia, or toquilla. All products listed are free of added PFAS.

Adults

  • Will + Bear Hat Co.
    • Straw, Cotton, Wool, and Leather
    • Wide Brim, Fedora, and Bucket Styles
    • Men, Women, and Kids
  • Janessa Leone
    • Raffia, Straw, Organic Cotton, and Wool
    • Wide Brim, Bucket, Fedora, and Visor Options
    • Women’s Styles
  • Cuyana
    • Handmade with Toquilla Straw
    • Wide Brim, Bucket, Visor and Packable Options
    • Women’s Styles
  • Lack of Color
    • Straw, Cotton Canvas, Raffia, and Wool
    • Wide Brim, Bucket, Fedora, and More Options
    • Men, Women, and Kids
  • Brunna Co.
    • Cotton Canvas, Jute, and Palm Straw
    • Various Women’s Fashion Styles
  • Pact
    • Organic Cotton
    • Women’s Floppy/Packable Style
    • Assorted Colors

Kids

  • Natures Wild Child
    • Organic Cotton and Linen Options
    • Assorted Styles and Colors by Pure Pure
    • Baby, Toddler, and Kid Sizes
  • Little Spruce Organics
    • Organic Cotton and Linen Options
    • Assorted Styles and Colors by Pure Pure and Pickapooh
    • Baby, Toddler, Kid, and Adult Sizes
  • MakeMake Organics
    • Organic Cotton and Linen
    • AZO-Free Dyes
    • Fair-Trade
    • Bucket Style Hats
    • Assorted Patterns and Colors
    • Matching Outfits
    • Baby and Toddler Sizes
  • Manymoons
    • Cotton and Linen
    • Assorted Styles and Colors
    • Baby, Toddler, and Kid Sizes
  • Jan and Jul
    • 100% Cotton
    • Assorted Styles, Colors, and Patterns
    • Baby, Toddler, and Kid Sizes
    • Also available on Amazon
  • Will + Bear Hat Co.
    • Straw, Cotton, Wool, and Leather
    • Wide Brim, Fedora, and Bucket Styles
    • Men, Women, and Kids

Sun Shirts

What to Avoid:

  • Petroleum-derived synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon. Even eco-conscious brands tend to utilize materials such as Repreve or rPET which is simply recycled plastic such as water bottles.
  • Semi-synthetic fibers such as bamboo viscose are also not recommended due to their chemically intensive manufacturing process.
  • Be discerning of products labeled water-resistant, quick-dry, moisture-wicking, etc. as they may contain PFAS chemicals

Instead, Look for: materials such as wool, silk, or Tencel lyocell. Sun protective clothing will most likely require some compromise as it pertains to sustainability as most options are blended with plastic fibers. All products listed do not contain added PFAS.

Adults

  • Iksplor – Hoodies, Tops, and Bottoms
    • 50% Merino Wool, 50% Tencel or
    • 100% RWS Wool Options
    • Various Weights
    • Natural UV Protection up to UPF 50
    • Nursing Friendly Styles
    • Baby, Toddler, Youth, Men, and Women
  • Paka – Sol Hoodie
    • 67% Tencel, 14% Nylon, 14% Royal Alpaca, 5% Spandex
    • 181 GSM (Lightweight Fabric)
    • UPF 30
    • Men’s and Women’s Styles

Kids

  • Iksplor – Tops, Bottoms, and Hoodies
    • 50% Merino Wool, 50% Tencel or
    • 100% RWS Wool Options
    • Various Weights
    • Natural UV Protection up to UPF 50
    • Resale Options
    • Baby, Toddler, Youth, and Adult Sizes

Additional Options

For traditional swim shirts and rash guards, Pure Earth Collection has GOTS Certified options made from 98% organic cotton and 2% lycra with a UPF 50+ rating. Brands such as Little Green Radicals, Hanna Andersson, and Carter’s carry OEKO-TEX Certified options; however, these items are made from plastic materials.

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