Esse’s SPF 30 sunscreen is formulated with the mineral zinc oxide, which screens out both UVA and UVB rays. What’s especially great is that the size of the zinc oxide particles are designed to be nearly transparent on application, but they are not nano-sized, which can be bad for coral reefs.

You’ll also find Myrothamnus, Rooibos and Olive Leaf Extracts in this, which help to mop up the free radicals generated by sun exposure. Plus, it’s all certified organic. Divine.

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract*, Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Isoamyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Zinc Sulfate, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Extract, Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Isostearic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Cera, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera, Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera, Shorea Robusta Resin, Glyceryl Oleate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Aqua (Water), Tocopherol, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499

Apply liberally to exposed areas before sun exposure. Remember you’ll need about 1 teaspoon for your face and neck, and 6-8 for your body. Reapply regularly to maintain protection, especially when popping out on your lunch break, or after perspiring, swimming or towelling.