Kwst8ofmind Posted July 10, 2008 #1 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Please be sure to use Biodegradable Suntan lotions when on and off the boat. It has been found that suntan lotions are harming the reefs by not allowing the sun through to the coral. http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3995091.ece Please help keep the reefs a beautiful place for all to visit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeachKitten Posted July 10, 2008 #2 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I live in Canada. Any idea where I can buy biodegradable sunscreen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snorkel2Much Posted July 10, 2008 #3 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I'm not questioning the validity of the studies regarding the harm that sunscreens cause coral reefs, but I've yet to see the results of any study that shows how much better these supposed "Biodegradable" sunscreens are when compared to normal sunscreen. IMO, to really do something about saving the coral, rent or buy a lightweight (0.5mm) wetsuit or a rashguard, and leave the sunscreen on the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwst8ofmind Posted July 11, 2008 Author #4 Share Posted July 11, 2008 http://shopping.yahoo.com/s:Sunscreens%20&%20Tanning%20Products:142643-Environmentally%20Friendly=Biodegradable:4580-Type=Sunscreens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimgev Posted July 16, 2008 #5 Share Posted July 16, 2008 I'm not questioning the validity of the studies regarding the harm that sunscreens cause coral reefs, but I've yet to see the results of any study that shows how much better these supposed "Biodegradable" sunscreens are when compared to normal sunscreen. IMO, to really do something about saving the coral, rent or buy a lightweight (0.5mm) wetsuit or a rashguard, and leave the sunscreen on the beach. Agreed. The biggest risk while snorkeling is the area around the shoulders and upper back. Wearing a shirt of quick drying material that also has a sun block rating serves to meet the requirements of preventing sunburn and preserving the reefs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanine&Jim Posted July 20, 2008 #6 Share Posted July 20, 2008 I use a Rashguard for all my snorkeling due to being skin cancer survivor but last time I forgot to put sunscreen on the back of my legs and all fair skinned snorkelers know how badly that hurt especially after 3 hours snorkeling in Key Largo. I use an all natural suncreen with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide that I can get at Whole Foods. I think this is environmentally safe for the reefs. Anyone know for sure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaC-Cruiser Posted July 25, 2008 #7 Share Posted July 25, 2008 We ended up getting Caribbean Solutions Sol Guard from this site, since they're running a sale. Works fine, although since it contains zinc oxide, you do look a bit funny! http://www.outletnutrition.com/caribbean.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gocruzin Posted July 27, 2008 #8 Share Posted July 27, 2008 Can I use just plain zinc oxide? Is it safe for the corals? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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