The Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens Australia Needs This Summer
Australia’s summer is legendary, sun-drenched coastlines, salty air, and back-to-back beach days. But with that blazing sun comes a big responsibility: protecting your skin and the planet. The best reef-safe sunscreens Australia offers let you do both effortlessly.
At Jungle Surf, we stock only the best reef-safe sunscreens that work for your skin and the planet. Whether you're planning a weekend surf at Crescent Head, paddleboarding across Wallis Lake, or jungle surfing through Cape Tribulation, these picks will keep your skin sun-safe and your conscience clear.
🌿 Why Choose Reef-Safe Sunscreens?
Traditional sunscreens often contain chemicals like oxybenzone and octinoxate—ingredients proven to harm coral reefs and marine life. Reef-safe formulas ditch the nasties and instead use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide—natural minerals that sit on the skin to deflect UV rays.
For adventurers like you—who value sustainability and want to support Aussie beach culture—choosing reef-friendly sunscreen is a no-brainer.
🌞 Top Reef-Safe Sunscreens You’ll Love at Jungle Surf
1. Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Lotion
For tropical sun warriors with a fun-loving vibe
This broad-spectrum sunscreen is enriched with Vitamin E and smells like summer holidays. Lightweight, non-greasy and water-resistant for 80 minutes, it's vegan and cruelty-free.
🧴 Why we love it: Excellent for sensitive skin, smells divine, perfect under makeup or solo.
2. Surf Mud Natural Zinc
For hardcore surfers and salty-skinned nomads
Made in Australia and designed for ocean lovers, Surf Mud is a thick zinc-based paste that won’t budge—even after hours of wave riding. It’s made with organic beeswax, cacao butter, and reef-safe minerals.
🧴 Why we love it: Unbeatable water resistance, small-batch Aussie made, great for long paddle sessions.
3. Rip Curl Sunscreen SPF 50+
For adventure-seekers who trust surf heritage brands
Rip Curl’s sunscreen range blends high SPF with eco-conscious formulation. It’s sweat-resistant, suitable for active lifestyles, and developed by people who live for the surf.
🧴 Why we love it: Trusted surf brand, built for performance, and perfect for rugged beach days.
🏄♀️ Reef-Safe = Adventure-Ready
The sunscreens we stock are more than just skincare—they’re tools to help you chase your next bucket-list adventure without harming the environment. Jungle Surf’s customer, like our girl Emma (remember her from our avatar?), wants to experience nature, not destroy it. Whether you’re jungle surfing in FNQ or just lazing by the Forster breakwall, having the best reef-safe sunscreens in Australia is your secret weapon.
✅ Shop Reef-Safe Sunscreens at Jungle Surf
🌏 Eco-friendly
🏄♂️ Water-resistant & active-lifestyle approved
🧴 Non-toxic and gentle on all skin types
Order online for quick delivery or pop into our Tuncurry store to grab your summer essentials.