Kelly from Block Island Organics reached out to me to see if I wanted to check out their new Natural Mineral (zinc only) Sunscreen – SPF 30. She said, “It’s great for active adults. All of our products are free of parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, gluten, dyes and artificial fragrances. We don’t do animal testing and we use vegan-based formulas.” It sounded right up my alley! She sent me a bottle to test and offered one as a giveaway for a lucky reader – so read on!
Block Island Organics is a majority women owned, family company that started on Block Island, Rhode Island. Their belief is that good skin care is about good sun care as the sun is the leading cause of skin damage and premature aging. They provide products that are affordable and organic so that skin care is less complicated and not overly expensive or chemically manufactured. They believe that it is their responsibility to educate consumers, provide quality products and simplify the skin care process. Check out their education on UV Rays and their great sun care Q & A. They also believe in transparency. Click here to learn more about their ingredients. They also sell a facial cleanser and a moisturizer.
The sunscreen is billed as “an ultra lightweight, non-nano and instantly absorbing natural mineral sunscreen great for babies, kids and adults.” They say “a small amount goes a long way.”
I tested the Block Island sunscreen for my morning run and at a noon time visit to the Taste of Chicago. I like the feel (not greasy) and the way it spread evenly and without leaving white marks. I did miss a teeny spot on my nose there. Oops. The sunscreen worked well even with a lot of sweating. Chicago is a sweaty place in the summer, so that is a key criteria for me! I can’t wait to bring sunscreen this on our trip to Colombia because I know we will be really active and in the elements all day.
The Husband took the sunscreen to his race in super sweaty Kentucky this weekend, too! It got another seal of approval from him.
You don’t have to take our word for it! Block Island Organics has offered one lucky reader a 3.4 oz Natural Mineral Sunscreen ($19.99 retail value). Please use the Rafflecopter below. The giveaway is open to US residents only, 18 years of age or older and void where prohibited. The contest runs through 7/31. A winner will be selected and notified on 8/1.
You can follow Block Island Organics on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest. If you sign up for their newsletter, you can get 15% off your first order plus you always get free shipping on orders over $50.
Want to see what other people are trying on Tuesday? Check out the Tried It Tuesday link up at Lake Shore Runner!
Please note: I was provided free product in exchange for an honest review and hosting the giveaway. All opinions are my own.