LifeJacket SPF 50+ Mineral Sun Stick — zinc sunscreen for face and lips, water resistant
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SPF 50+ Mineral Sun Stick

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Survived a 230km ultramarathon in heat and altitude
Top up your face, lips and ears with a swipe, wherever you are.
  • Nothing on your hands, nothing to spill
  • SPF 50+ from 100% mineral filters
  • Fragrance-free, for sensitive skin
  • Suitable from 6 months
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We fixed that.

Faces and sun cream don't always get on.

  1. The bits round your eyes get missed.

    The skin round your eyes gets missed twice as often as the rest of your face, then your ears and lips. Small, awkward bits, easy to skip.

    The fix

    Goes exactly where you aim it.

    Run it round your eyes, down your nose and over your ears and lips: a stick puts sunscreen exactly on the small bits.

  2. Your skin reacts to it.

    Some sun creams leave sensitive skin tight, red or itchy, and you only find out once it's on.

    The fix

    Two filters with no allergy reports.

    Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are its only UV filters, and neither has a published allergy report. Dermatology bodies recommend mineral for sensitive skin.

  3. Topping up means slippery hands.

    Two hours in, your nose and ears need more. But cream on your fingers means a slippery grip on the club, the paddle or the bars.

    The fix

    Your hands stay on the grip.

    It goes straight from the stick onto your skin, so your fingers stay clean and dry for whatever you're holding.

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Why we made it

Your face is out every time you are.

Your face is the most common place to get a skin cancer, for men and women alike. That's why we made a mineral stick to keep in your pocket: your face gets looked after every time you head out.

Every ingredient matters.

We use the best ingredients there are, the kind others charge a fortune for. No cheap fillers, ever.

WHAT'S IN IT AND WHY?
  • Zinc oxide: a mineral filter that covers both UVA and UVB and stays stable in the sun.
  • Titanium dioxide: adds extra UVB cover, so the two minerals together protect more evenly than either alone.
  • Shea butter, cocoa butter and argan oil: keep the stick smooth, so it glides over your nose, cheeks, ears and lips without dragging.
  • Candelilla wax and synthetic beeswax: hold the stick firm and help it stay where you put it.
  • Bisabolol and vitamin E: added for comfort, with bisabolol, from chamomile, there to soothe.
  • What's not in it: no fragrance, no parabens and no chemical UV filters at all. It's 100% mineral.
OTHER USEFUL INFO
  • Suitable from 6 months
  • Mineral filters can leave a white tint, more on darker skin
  • Hand-luggage friendly
  • Use within 12 months of opening
  • Vegan and cruelty-free
  • Made in the UK
FULL INGREDIENTS LIST (INCI)

Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Synthetic Beeswax, Titanium Dioxide, Candelilla Cera, Cera Microcristallina, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hexyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Silica, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Stearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Bisabolol

Tested out there.

4.7 · 165 verified reviews
  • “Couldn't recommend highly enough. Saved my face when running 230km in heat and altitude.”
    Rebekah L, 230km ultrarunnerVerified buyer
  • “…it's great for adding strong protection to face and neck, especially when I'm in the pool or sea.”
    Peter R, Pool and seaVerified buyer
  • “Brilliant product for running in. Great protection and no running into eyes!”
    Steven H, RunnerVerified buyer
  • LifeJacket Mineral Sun Stick SPF 50+ held by a trail runner in a hydration vest, with hazy mountain peaks behind
AS FEATURED IN

Here's how we're different.

LifeJacket
Other sunscreen sticks
Filters
» 100% mineral.Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, nothing else.
Usually chemical filters.Not ideal if you want mineral only.
Fragrance
» Fragrance-free.Nothing extra on your face or round your eyes.
Often fragranced.Dermatologists advise fragrance-free for children.
Sensitive skin
» Clinically and dermatologically tested.Suitable for sensitive skin.
'Sensitive' has no legal meaning.Ask what testing sits behind the word.
Ingredients
» High tech ingredients and filtersOthers charge for this quality but our mission is purposeful, not maxing margins.
Basic filters, premium pricePaying for packaging and brand names.
Children
» From 6 months.The mineral, fragrance-free kind dermatologists advise.
Not always meant for babies.Check the age on the label.
Feel
» Not greasy.A dry, solid stick: no oily film on your face.
Often greasy.Chemical sticks tend to feel oily.

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HOW TO USE.

  1. Swipe.

    Twist up and swipe over your nose, cheeks, ears and lips, a few passes on each. Leave it white, or pat it in.

  2. Reapply.

    At least every two hours, and after a swim, a towel or wiping your face. Swipe straight over what's there.

  3. Pro tip.

    An oil cleanser or a warm flannel lifts it off at the end of the day. A second wash gets the rest.

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IN THEIR WORDS.

GOOD TO KNOW.

Who is it for?

Anyone who wants their face, lips and ears covered on the move, and people with sensitive skin. It's suitable from 6 months.

Does it leave a white cast?

It can. Mineral filters show a little white, more on darker skin. Pat it in if you'd rather it didn't show, or leave it so you can see where it's on.

How soon does it protect?

As soon as it's on, like every sunscreen.

What's it made of?

Two mineral UV filters, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, in a blend of waxes and butters. No fragrance, no parabens and no chemical filters. Every ingredient is listed above.

How often should I reapply?

At least every two hours, and straight after towelling, swimming or sweating. It's pocket-sized, so it's easy to top up while you're out.

Is it good for skiing?

Yes, and it's in our Mountain Set for that reason. UV rises around 10% for every 1,000m you climb, and snow reflects up to 80% of it, so your face and lips need it most up there.

What about babies under 6 months?

Shade and clothing come first for babies under 6 months, rather than sunscreen. If you can't keep them out of the sun, check with a health professional.

When will I get my order?

We try to get every order out the same day up until 4pm during the week. From then, it usually takes 2-3 working days to arrive.

Where do you ship?

We ship to the UK, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands using a Royal Mail tracked service.

Small enough for any pocket.

100% mineral SPF 50+ for your face, ears, nose and lips, with a top-up always to hand.

  • Free delivery over £25

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

  • Usually 2-3 working days

  • Trusted by athletes, made for everyone

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