Sun protection, a smooth and beautiful tan, moistened skin, antioxidizing protection, and photoaging resistance – the new Matahari lotion does it all.
Safe physical filters with optimized protection level SPF 30 will enable you to enjoy the sun without harming your skin or the environment. They protect you from the harmful UVA/UVB rays as good as an umbrella, working at the broadest range from 290 to 700 nm.
A coenzyme, vitamin E, and wheat germ oil guard the cell membranes from oxidizing and minimize the damage caused by free radicals. These powerful antioxidants protect the essential parts of the cell that contain fats: phospholipids, sphingolipids, glycolipids, and cholesterol.
Cacao and jojoba perform a whole list of anti-aging functions: they accelerate cell regeneration, prevent wrinkles, pigment spots, dehydration, and replenish the stock of lipids necessary for strengthening the shield.
The lotion’s composition is entirely natural, safe, and suits all types of skin. It is easy to spread and functions even after continuous contact with water. With the Matahari protection, your skin will have a healthy, young, and beautiful look, and the suntan will be perfect! An unimprovable sunscreen lotion!
ECOLOGY
Synthetic sunscreens, which are included in most traditional cosmetics with SPF protection, pose a serious threat to both the marine ecosystem and human health. When they enter the water during swimming, even in microdoses, they disrupt the delicate biological balance of the ocean: they have a toxic effect on corals, plankton, algae, fish and other marine life. These substances not only poison the water, but also accumulate in the tissues of living organisms, causing irreversible changes.
The most dangerous components are oxybenzone (benzophenone-3), octinoxate, octocrylene, homosalate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor (4-MBC), as well as various forms of parabens used as preservatives. These substances have estrogen-like activity, disrupt the hormonal balance of marine organisms, damage the DNA of young corals, accelerate their bleaching process, interfere with the photosynthesis of algae and cause mutations in fish. When exposed to ultraviolet light, they disintegrate to form toxic compounds and free radicals that poison marine flora and fauna. Coral reefs, a fragile ecosystem on which the lives of millions of species depend, are especially sensitive to these substances.
Amid growing environmental awareness, a number of countries and regions have introduced bans or strict restrictions on the use of sunscreens with toxic synthetic filters. Among them are Hawaii, Palau, Aruba, Bonaire, the Marshall Islands, the Virgin Islands (USA), as well as natural zones in Mexico and Thailand. In these places, only reef-safe products are allowed, safe for the marine environment. In some regions, such as Palau, the ban applies to several filters at once and is particularly strict. Even in the US and Europe, bills are being actively discussed that would limit or completely eliminate the use of harmful filters.
However, the danger of such ingredients is not limited to the environment - they also pose a threat to human health. Studies show that oxybenzone, octinoxate, homosalate, 4-MBC and other filters can penetrate the skin into the blood, where they are found in urine, blood and even breast milk within a few hours after application. These substances interfere with the endocrine system, imitate sex hormones, have a carcinogenic and mutagenic effect, disrupt menstrual cycles, affect fetal development and reduce testosterone levels in men. They also create additional stress on the liver and thyroid gland, integrating into the body's metabolic processes. When exposed to sunlight, many synthetic filters oxidize and form free radicals — active molecules that can damage skin cells and accelerate skin aging. And additives such as parabens and phenoxyethanol, often used as preservatives, can cause allergic reactions, irritation, and have a cumulative effect — they accumulate in the body and become toxic over time.
When choosing sunscreens, it is important not only to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation, but also to consider their impact on health and the environment. The best alternative to synthetic filters are mineral filters — such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide in non-nano form. They do not penetrate the skin, do not harm marine life, are not destroyed by the sun, and provide effective and safe protection. By choosing “clean” cosmetics, you contribute not only to your own health, but also to the health of the Planet.
Protecting corals starts with small things, such as choosing safe means, and continues with big things, such as reef restoration with Coral Sense , Bali’s largest non-profit community for coral reef restoration with two unique gardens. One garden is dedicated to scientific research of corals, while the other is a large-scale planting center: more than 180,000 corals have already been planted and over 5,000 m² of seabed has been restored. The project actively collaborates with local communities, creates work opportunities for islanders, and conducts educational programs for schools and the general public. There are both one-day and long-term programs where anyone, even without experience, can join the process and try their hand at restoring corals, gaining unique hands-on experience. Coral Sense is a proven non-profit organization, so all proceeds go directly to restoring corals and ocean health.