Having won both Gold & Silver at the 2020 Australian Non-Toxic Awards, this year, our SPF 50 sunscreen has been crowned a multi-award winner again. We’ve just been announced as the Clean + Conscious 2022 Awards Gold & Editor’s Choice winner for the Best Kids Sunscreen!
We’re starting to learn more about spray on sunscreen and how it can be dangerous to both people and the planet. The Australia Cancer Council have issued media release warnings & research about the risks associated with aerosol sunscreens, from its inability to provide proper protection, to how easily it can...
Did you know that approximately 66% of Australians will have skin cancer by the age of 70? Although this type of cancer is often treatable, it can still come with a large number of complications. In some cases, it could spread before you realise that you have it.For this reason,...
There's nothing worse than getting ready to start your day and finding a shiny new pimple in the middle of your forehead. Sometimes, the causes of acne can feel like a bit of a mystery. There are lots of myths and misconceptions about what actually makes you break out. One common question...
Around since the Jurassic age of dinosaurs and deep sea cephalopods, it’s the only underwater flowering plant on the planet, and is often referred to as the “lungs of the sea” (much like how the Amazon Rainforest is called the “lungs of the earth”). Just one square metre of seagrass...
One of the many casualties of climate change is the earth's coral reefs. In the span of ten years, we lost 14% of the coral worldwide due to rising sea surface temperatures. To put that in perspective, 14% of the world's coral is more than all of Australia's coral combined. Here...
There are two TikTok videos in particular that have been going viral for the past few summers. They are practices that not only peddle myth and misinformation, but have the potential to be very dangerous and damaging to your skin. One is SPF contouring, the other is nasal spray tanning...
The terms “icon” and “legend” get thrown around a lot these days, but most can agree that nobody is more worthy of such mighty titles than Sir David Attenborough. With a career in film, television and radio spanning a staggering 70 years, the British broadcaster, biologist, natural historian & author has...
While many people are more active in the warmer months, it may be even more important to stay active in the winter, when seasonal affective disorder (SAD) takes its toll. Staying active in the winter allows your body to release endorphins, keeping your mood up and your stress levels down. While it may...
Whales are one of the world’s largest marine mammals, and despite the fact that these graceful, gentle giants inhabit the sea, we lucky humans can get a front row seat to their annual migration along Australia’s coast. You just have to know where to look..
Are you confused about sunscreen? Don't worry, you're not the only one! A recent study found that only 35% of women and 21% of men use sunscreen regularly, suggesting that people don't really know what they're doing when it comes to sun protection. Sun-lovers often complain that sunscreen is too...
Before the pandemic hit, 9.4 million international visitors came to Australia in 2019 to see the sights. This is a huge sign that our continent has many splendours to see, and it's all right here, practically in your backyard. You've just been taking it all for granted! Of course, many activities...
Whether your intentions are fashion or functionality driven, sunglasses have been an important accessory throughout the ages. In ancient China, they were crudely fashioned together out of flat slabs of smoked quartz, and in prehistoric times, the Inuit people made snow goggles out of spruce and ivory. Even Emperor Nero of...
The idea for People4Ocean Sun Care followed scientific findings on the lethal impacts of chemical UV-filters on corals, adding to the long list of threats responsible for the decline of reefs worldwide. When returning to Australia in 2018, we were determined to raise awareness on the issue...
Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun don't go away just because it's cooler outside. In fact, temperature doesn't affect UV rays at all – which means that painful sunburn and even skin cancer are still serious risks in the winter months...
Even though the sunscreen you use might prevent UV exposure, it may have harmful side effects on your health and environment. It's essential that you know about the most toxic kinds of sunscreens and what types of ingredients you should avoid. Read on, we'll tell you everything that you need to know...