I have tried many sunscreens for my family. So any are full of chemicals or regular zinc oxide, which have been known to soak through the skin and into the bloodstream. The natural ones I've tried you have to reapply so often that the bottle is empty after a few uses. Some mineral sunscreens don't seem to rub in and I still burn.
Skin is our largest organ so we must protect it from chemicals, toxins and free radicals, which are easily absorbed.
At Lily and Jame I use non-nano uncoated zinc oxide which does not soak into the bloodstream because it sits on the skin's surface. This makes it a good choice for people with sensitive skin.
Due to the beeswax and tallow this product is water resistant. However, we recommend reapplying every few hours as needed. For my family, I follow the recommendation of getting up to 20 minutes of direct sun exposure before applying sunblock to receive beneficial vitamin D from the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during peak hours and wearing a sunhat is always recommended.
This is all my opinion and not medical advice nor FDA approved. Lily and Jame sun protection has not been tested in a lab for SPF however we believe the SPF is around 30 due to the ingredients natural SPF levels and my own experience with using it on myself and my children over summer months.
Please read product DIRECTIONS AND STORAGE section.
IMPORTANT: Due to the SPF in the ingredients this product is estimated around 30+ SPF. However this product has not been lab tested or FDA approved.
AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES as non-nano zinc oxide can sting if it gets into your eyes, If this occurs wash face with soap and water and or rinse eyes with water. This product will melt at high temperatures, ideally keep at room temperature. Product hardens in cold temperatures but will soften again when at room temperatures. Product is still just as beneficial in either scenario.
*DISCLAIMER: The statements made have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please use conventional wisdom and seek the advice of your certified medical practitioner prior to using this or any other natural remedy. This notice is required by the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.