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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Rebecca Fearn

Year-on-year searches for ‘reef-safe SPF’ have risen by 86%—but which actually are ocean-friendly?

Reef-Safe SPF.

Recent data has revealed that year-on-year searches for ‘reef-safe SPF’ have risen by 86% since 2024, representing a clear shift to more socially and ethically sustainable shopping choices. However, with greenwashing rife and the term 'reef-safe' still largely unregulated, it can be difficult to tell which formulations really are safe for our oceans. Here's what you need to know.

What does 'reef-safe SPF' mean?

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