Sunscreen Blog

when was sunscreen invented

When Was Sunscreen Invented? A Quick History

You grab it on your way out the door. It’s a simple, smart habit, especially here in Australia. But have you ever actually wondered where that bottle of sunscreen came...

When Was Sunscreen Invented? A Quick History

You grab it on your way out the door. It’s a simple, smart habit, especially here in Australia. But have you ever actually wondered where that bottle of sunscreen came...

can you tan with sunscreen on

Can you tan with sunscreen on?

It’s one of the most common questions we hear, especially when the sun’s out and the outdoors is calling. Short answer? Yes, you can. But honestly, the story doesn’t end...

Can you tan with sunscreen on?

It’s one of the most common questions we hear, especially when the sun’s out and the outdoors is calling. Short answer? Yes, you can. But honestly, the story doesn’t end...

Reef Friendly Sunscreen

Are Reef Safe Sunscreens Marine Friendly?

Are Our Sunscreens Truly Marine Friendly? Maxiblock sunscreens contain no oxybenzone or octyl methoxy cinnamate, making them reef-safe under Hawaii’s Bill S2571. But does that mean they’re truly marine friendly?...

Are Reef Safe Sunscreens Marine Friendly?

Are Our Sunscreens Truly Marine Friendly? Maxiblock sunscreens contain no oxybenzone or octyl methoxy cinnamate, making them reef-safe under Hawaii’s Bill S2571. But does that mean they’re truly marine friendly?...

Maxiblock Natural Sunscreen

Can a sunscreen be natural?

Dubious Claims Numerous products on the market wear the natural badge and make various claims. For those of us who desire natural products, natural sunscreens sound like a great proposition. Let’s check...

Can a sunscreen be natural?

Dubious Claims Numerous products on the market wear the natural badge and make various claims. For those of us who desire natural products, natural sunscreens sound like a great proposition. Let’s check...

SPF 30 vs SPF 50

SPF 30 vs SPF 50

What is the difference between SPF 30 vs SPF 50 sunscreen to protect against the harsh Australian sun? How harsh is the Australian sun? Very! As illustrated in the map...

SPF 30 vs SPF 50

What is the difference between SPF 30 vs SPF 50 sunscreen to protect against the harsh Australian sun? How harsh is the Australian sun? Very! As illustrated in the map...

How Often To Reapply Sunscreen

How Often To Reapply Sunscreen?

The SPF rating is decided in a lab. Your day happens in the real world, where sunscreen gets a workout.In the lab, a precise amount of sunscreen is applied to...

How Often To Reapply Sunscreen?

The SPF rating is decided in a lab. Your day happens in the real world, where sunscreen gets a workout.In the lab, a precise amount of sunscreen is applied to...