Crystalcat Posted August 4, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 4, 2009 I'm planning on going snorkelling with my family on our cruise next March, and I've read a number of posts about the the declining condition of snorkeling at some locations (ie: coral is dying). It occurred to me that in Mexico, certain eco-parks and ceynotes require that you not use regular sunscreen, but use a biodegradable sunscreen which will not damage the coral and sealife. Does anyone use this, and if so, where do you get it from? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islandbear Posted August 4, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Try here:http://www.outletnutrition.com/caribbean.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theump Posted August 4, 2009 #3 Share Posted August 4, 2009 You can try dive shops in your area. Some can be found at Target and Walmart sometimes. We got ours from a health store. Just be sure to follow directions. Shake well before using or you get white stuff caking on you.:D The Ump John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docBarb Posted August 5, 2009 #4 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hi, The environmental working group has a list of biodegradable sunscreens they recommend. I tried the two that are SPF 30 or above and one was awful. The one I liked was by Mexitan. It is available at mexitan.com It is expensive - I don't plan to use it all the time - only when I am getting in the ocean. Good luck and have a great trip, Barbara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friscorays Posted August 11, 2009 #5 Share Posted August 11, 2009 It turns out sunscreen is a complex topic: http://www.slate.com/id/2218948/?obref=obinsite I use Caribbean Sol and have been happy with it: http://www.caribbean-sol.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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