Non nano zinc oxide sunscreen7/7/2023 ![]() ![]() We even conducted our own research and analyzed clear zinc oxide via scanning electron microscope and light scatter analysis to better understand the particle structure and size distribution. ![]() So we’ve followed the research for the last ten years and have not seen any health or safety issue arise. This new technology was exciting, but we wanted to be sure there were no problems or concerns that arose from use over time. When clear zinc oxide first came out, we chose to take a “wait and see” approach. Light scatter analysis of the finished product show a particle size range of 565nm to 19,000nm with an average particle size of 3400nm and no detectable nanoparticles. This year, we decided we had all the information we needed to confidently add clear zinc oxide sunscreens to our line.īadger's ‘clear zinc’ sunscreen products use a specialized zinc oxide powder made of micron-sized mesoporous zinc oxide aggregates. The other option was to use chemicals or smaller nanoparticles of zinc oxide in our formulas, which we chose not to do. We didn’t like it either, but we figured it was a tradeoff for really safe and effective sunscreen. Mineral sunscreens, especially those made with larger particle non-nano zinc oxide, leave a white residue on the skin which many people don’t like. Our goal has always been to provide safe and effective protection from UVA and UVB rays. ![]() Ultimately we hope that everyone will feel comfortable in Badger sunscreens. Our decision to use clear zinc oxide is both practical and philosophical. Jan 2022 Update - all Badger sunscreens now use clear zinc oxide. ![]()
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