Those who do not prefer to stay in the shade, will need sunscreens during summer sunbathing. Unfortunately, some of these non-mineral sunscreen products are not healthy for human health or the environment. Among the ingredients of these chemicals are so-called oxybenzones<\/em>, one of the most commonly used chemicals in sunscreens. About 60% of non-mineral sunscreens have oxybenzones<\/em>.<\/p>\n Scientific studies (see link below) show that oxybenzones<\/em> in water are dangerous to zooplancton. Zooplancton is important in natural waters of sea and freshwater and also in biological pools. Oxybenzones<\/em> damage the DNA of living aquatic organisms in charge of purifying water.<\/p>\n Consequently, it is recommended to use only mineral based sunscreens, which basically use titanium dioxide or zinc oxide for this purpose. The good news is that there are already many more oxybenzones-free products\u00a0available on the market than 10 years before, for example from the well known brands of organic cosmetics like Lavera, Weleda, Dr. Bronner, Ringana<\/em> and others. Where to buy? In organic shops or simply via internet.<\/p>\n In any case it’s mandatory taking a shower before\u00a0having a swim in the biological pool.<\/strong><\/p>\n For further information click on this\u00a0website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div> home<\/a> \/ news<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>