04/14/2026
Not all SPF is created equal ☀️
Chemical filters like oxybenzone and octinoxate work differently than mineral filters - they absorb into the body, and raise concerns around endocrine disruption, especially in developing teens.
Mineral sunscreens (non-nano zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) work differently:
they create a physical barrier on the skin to reflect UV rays - no systemic absorption required.
For growing bodies, that distinction matters.
When it comes to their developing bodies - there’s no gray area imo.
Comment sunscreen for my faves!
