Choose mineral sunscreen

Don't forget to protect yourself! Choose mineral sunscreen.

Once again, we ask ourselves the eternal question – what type of sun protection products should we choose? The choice is important, as the long-term health and beauty of our skin depend on it. Let's choose mineral sunscreen for ourselves and our loved ones.

Sunscreen! This should be our mantra every (sunny) day.

Basic rules of sun protection

Let's review the basic rules related to the pleasant time we spend outdoors in the summer:

• If you are outdoors for more than an hour, you must use SPF 50.
• Don't forget to reapply your sunscreen every two hours.
• If you are at the beach or by a swimming pool and your sunscreen is not waterproof, you should reapply it even more often.
• Sunscreen products are not the only component of true sun protection practice. You should have protective clothing – a hat, sarong, glasses, etc.

This is a reliable plan for true outdoor safety under the scorching summer sun.

Types of products. The benefits of mineral sunscreen.

Sunscreens have different mechanisms of action depending on the active ingredient they contain. These include mineral filters and/or chemical filters. Some filters penetrate deep into the skin and protect against UVA or UVB rays, while others form a protective film that reflects sunlight and prevents it from penetrating deeper layers of the dermis.

• Chemical filters penetrate the skin and absorb sunlight, preventing skin damage.
• Mineral creams remain on the surface of the skin and protect it like a shield. The most important mineral filters are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Zinc oxide is light and suitable for daily use, while titanium dioxide is ideal for the beach or mountains.

The best protection = Mineral sunscreen

Mineral creams containing zinc cover the skin, reflecting both UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays (also known as "silent wrinkles") can cause damage to the skin at a cellular level and can be responsible for premature aging and wrinkles. UVB rays penetrate the epidermis (the top layer of the skin), causing sunburn – an important risk factor for the development of skin cancer, especially melanoma.

Mineral sunscreen is not absorbed through the skin, does not clog pores, and is gentler on sensitive skin than chemical sunscreens. Another advantage is that they offer immediate protection and are effective immediately against sun rays. As we know, most chemical sunscreens start working after about 20 to 30 minutes.

Finding the best mineral sunscreen is not as difficult as it was years ago. Greasy and heavy creams and lotions now have light and pleasant-to-use analogues.

The only drawback of mineral sunscreen. What is the solution?

Minerals deposit on the surface of the skin and act as microscopic mirrors, reflecting harmful rays. The larger the particles, the better they reflect visible light, which our eyes perceive as white. Therefore, when using mineral sun protection products, we get the so-called "white film" on our skin.

The higher the sun protection factor (SPF), the stronger the whitening effect on the skin. For babies and children who need high-factor sun protection, an additional advantage is that parents can immediately see if there is enough sunscreen on their child's skin.

To reduce whitening, sunscreens must be formulated with nanoparticles that can reflect more light in the invisible spectrum of ultraviolet light.

The good news is that there are more and more physical sunscreen options that are not heavy and will not leave white marks on the skin. These are the best mineral sunscreens that you absolutely must enjoy this summer!

WHY ZINC?

Zinc is a physical barrier between you and the sun. Zinc oxide has a long history of use in the cosmetic industry and is a key ingredient in many baby creams that gently care for delicate children's skin.

Enjoy invisible protection this summer with the innovative ingredient – Invisible ZINC!

Invisible zinc protects the skin from UVB rays and from deeper penetrating UVA radiation. The innovative Invisible Zinc uses the key active ingredient – zinc oxide, a mineral reflector of natural origin. It creates a physical, reflective veil on the skin's surface that is light, absorbs quickly, and leaves no traces.

Creams containing Invisible Zinc do not have the density of zinc cream and do not form pink, yellow, or white streaks on the skin when applied.

Currently, mineral products, especially those containing Invisible Zinc, are the leading trend in sun protection worldwide. This global trend shows that more and more consumers are looking for clean products without parabens, petroleum derivatives, and artificial fragrances. Consumers are increasingly turning to brands offering clean, green, and effective products.

Wooden Spoon introduces innovation to the European market in the mineral sun protection sector

The Bulgarian organic cosmetics brand Wooden Spoon is the first in Europe to offer an effective product containing innovative transparent zinc.

Innovative transparent zinc is non-nano, 100% natural, and approved by organic certifying bodies. In-vivo, in-vitro, and dermatological tests conducted in proven European laboratories in Italy, Poland, and Bulgaria certify that the new sun protection lotions with entirely natural ingredients and colorless zinc have high UVA & UVB protection! They are delicate to the skin. They do not irritate or cause redness and allergic reactions.

Wooden Spoon's product is available in two packages, differing in their grammage – 50ml / 100ml. Organic sunscreen with raspberry SPF 35+ includes a unique blend of valuable oils that slow down skin aging when exposed to the sun.

• Baobab: Protects the skin from the negative effects of the sun. Fights signs of aging, smooths wrinkles and injuries caused by sun exposure. Reduces redness and inflammation. Rich in antioxidants.
• Cucumber: Refreshes the skin. Preserves natural hydration and keeps the skin elastic and vibrant. Has a gentle cooling effect.
• Raspberry: Oil with a natural sun protection factor. Raspberry contains high levels of phytosterols, which help reduce trans-epidermal water loss.

The Wooden Spoon team does not hide their joy that they can offer this innovative product on the Bulgarian market:

“Colorless zinc is the future in natural sun protection! This is the innovation that will make natural sun protection products preferred by everyone and suitable for all skin types. We are extremely proud that a Bulgarian company is the first to offer sun protection with transparent zinc on the European market!”

More product lines from Wooden Spoon

In addition to sun protection, the brand offers a full range of products that take care of our skin's health before and after the beach.

After-sun oil with sea buckthorn is specially formulated with precious baobab, sea buckthorn, and blood orange. The product refreshes the skin, restores elasticity, and corrects water balance.

Be sure to try the tanning oil with visible results from the first use. One of the few tanning products on the Bulgarian and world market with entirely natural ingredients. The oil gives the skin an irresistible chocolate tan and has visible results from the first use. The highly effective formula includes ingredients such as cocoa, coconut, super seeds, cucumber, and black cumin.

The sun protection and after-sun product lines: "BABY&FAMILY" offer high sun protection factors SPF 30 and SPF 50. The products provide effective mineral sun protection for babies 0+, children, and adults. Free from allergens and chemical ingredients. For deep and gentle skin nourishment.