DESTIN, Fla. (WKRG) — A new initiative to use reef-friendly and reef-safe sunscreen in Florida aims to do more than shield away sunburns. It can also help the coral reefs. Keep Florida Beautiful and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Swimming, snorkeling, and diving are all popular activities in coastal waters. Ironically, those who enter the water may be inadvertently ...

Protecting your skin from the sun's harmful rays shouldn't come at the expense of underwater ecosystems. But what is reef-safe sunscreen, and will it actually protect marine life? Each year, 4,000 to ...

They’re good for your skin *and* the ocean. I was 13 the first time I saw a coral reef. The endless blue of the ocean gave way to an explosion of color unlike anything I’d seen before. Colorful ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) – When visiting Hawaii and swimming in the ocean it is important to wear reef-friendly sunscreen. That means using a SPF that uses physical UVA and UVB filters instead of chemical ...

If you're planning a trip to a place with water and sun, of course you want to pack sunblock to protect your skin. But, some sunscreens contain chemicals that can be harmful to the delicate ecosystem ...

For customers taking a snorkeling expedition in Maui, PacWhale Eco-Adventures lists packing suggestions on its website. Among the essentials, there are hats, sunglasses, cameras and towels — but no ...

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Bottom Line: Quality ingredients, a reef-safe formula and long, thorough protection make Blue Lizard mineral sunscreen a top pick for sun and ocean lovers. Pros: Mineral sunscreen with SPF 50 that’s ...