EcoSun Pass®: Let Sunscreen Protect You and the Reef
August 2
5min read
The demand for high-quality sunscreen products is only increasing over the past few years. Not only quality consumers have also become more aware of the impact of the products they used on the environment.
Sunscreen’s Shocking Harmfulness on the Ocean
Of all the cosmetic products, the most favorable product is sunscreen. As ability to protect human skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation makes sunscreen a must-have product, especially for those who rely heavily on outdoor activities. The personal care industry’s growth is determined by several main factors, including the different formulations of their products on the market.
Studies show that wearing sunscreen can be a double-edged sword for those who enjoy marine activities; beneficial to protect the skin from damage by UV light but harmful to the environment. Corals in the sea can absorb sunscreen from swimmers, resulting in coral bleaching. Furthermore, aerosol sunscreen is even more dangerous, as particles may flake off to the sea.
Making EcoSun Pass® “The Method” of the Future Personal Care Industry
Since the increasing awareness regarding sustainability, consumers are demanding the personal care industry find solutions and lessen the impact of the chemicals included in the products. To answer that, BASF’s Care Creations® launched a methodology to evaluate the compatibility of UV filters in sun protection products called EcoSun Pass®.
EcoSun Pass® lets consumers evaluate sun protection products using a comprehensive environmental evaluation. It includes six cohesive criteria that cover several environmental aspects: water, sediment, and soil. It will further set a new standard for the personal care industry in creating environmentally friendly formulations as it was acknowledged by the Pierre Potier Award in 2021.
Moreover, it will hold manufacturers accountable for providing better sun protection products. They should be able to protect people, the reef, and the sustainable future. As the road to sustainability is long, each steps matter when building a business based on environmentally-conscious options.
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The demand for high-quality sunscreen products is only increasing over the past few years. Not only quality consumers have also become more aware of the impact of the products they used on the environment.
Sunscreen’s Shocking Harmfulness on the Ocean
Of all the cosmetic products, the most favorable product is sunscreen. As ability to protect human skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation makes sunscreen a must-have product, especially for those who rely heavily on outdoor activities. The personal care industry’s growth is determined by several main factors, including the different formulations of their products on the market.
Studies show that wearing sunscreen can be a double-edged sword for those who enjoy marine activities; beneficial to protect the skin from damage by UV light but harmful to the environment. Corals in the sea can absorb sunscreen from swimmers, resulting in coral bleaching. Furthermore, aerosol sunscreen is even more dangerous, as particles may flake off to the sea.
Making EcoSun Pass® “The Method” of the Future Personal Care Industry
Since the increasing awareness regarding sustainability, consumers are demanding the personal care industry find solutions and lessen the impact of the chemicals included in the products. To answer that, BASF’s Care Creations® launched a methodology to evaluate the compatibility of UV filters in sun protection products called EcoSun Pass®.
EcoSun Pass® lets consumers evaluate sun protection products using a comprehensive environmental evaluation. It includes six cohesive criteria that cover several environmental aspects: water, sediment, and soil. It will further set a new standard for the personal care industry in creating environmentally friendly formulations as it was acknowledged by the Pierre Potier Award in 2021.
Moreover, it will hold manufacturers accountable for providing better sun protection products. They should be able to protect people, the reef, and the sustainable future. As the road to sustainability is long, each steps matter when building a business based on environmentally-conscious options.
Click here to find your solution.