MEGASHADE is unlike classic beach bag sunscreens that are thick and leave a white cast—we formulated it for everyday urban use, with active ingredients to boost your skincare routine. It is also not water-resistant, so if you’re doing a lot of swimming, it may not be the best choice for you! With that said, due to the presence of Octinoxate (7.5%), 

MEGASHADE cannot technically be considered reef-safe (we've formulated it with Octinoxate as it blends seamlessly, lending a beautifully dewy finish).

It's worth noting that the terms “reef-safe” and “reef-friendly” aren’t regulated meaning there is no agreed-upon definition. If we are to examine the available testing that does exist around reef-safe sunscreens, research reveals that all sunscreen filters, including the notoriously considered "safe" minerals zinc oxide and titanium oxide (uncoated and nano-size i.e. of less than 35 nanometers in diameter), gather in our oceans and may overtime, impact the world's beautiful reefs.

If you are concerned with the presence of Octinoxate in MEGASHADE, we do not recommend wearing it while swimming, especially since it is not water resistant.

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