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SPF that gets out of the way.

Most people don't skip sun protection because they don't care. They skip it because every SPF they've tried felt like a penalty. LifeJacket SPF 30 Sun Gel absorbs in 30 seconds and disappears completely. There's nothing left to talk yourself out of.

GET OUTSIDE PROTECTED

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British Triathlon
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England Netball
In Partnership With
UKSI
Official Partner
PCA
Official Partner
Surfing England
Supplier for Paris
Team GB
Official Partner
British Rowing
Official Partner
Mountain Training
Official Partner
Paddle UK
Official Partner
GB Snow
Official Partner
BWSW
Supplier to the ECB
ECB
Official Partner
British Mountain Guides
Official Partner
British Triathlon
Official Partner
England Netball
In Partnership With
UKSI
Official Partner
PCA
Official Partner
Surfing England
Supplier for Paris
Team GB
Official Partner
British Rowing
Official Partner
Mountain Training
Official Partner
Paddle UK
Official Partner
GB Snow
Official Partner
BWSW
Supplier to the ECB
ECB
Official Partner
British Mountain Guides

Why most people are going outside unprotected.

It's not laziness. It's not ignorance. It's that the products available made protection feel worse than going without. Most sunscreen was designed for a beach towel, not a life lived outside. That's why it keeps getting left behind.

It feels terrible on skin.

Thick, greasy, slow to sink in. It coats your hands, it coats everything you touch, and it sits on your skin like a layer you can feel all day.

High SPF means heavy formula.

Stronger protection usually means stickier texture. For people out for an hour most days, that trade-off usually means leaving it on the shelf.

If it's grim, you skip it.

Sunscreen only works if you reapply. If every application is a chore you resent, you stop halfway through the day. By evening, you've had hours of unprotected exposure.

Built for people who go outside every day.

SPF 30 Sun Gel removes every reason you've ever had for leaving sunscreen behind.

  • Absorbs in 30 seconds, no residue, no white cast, no sticky hands.
  • SPF 30 with UVA 5-star Ultra rating, clinically approved for sensitive skin.
  • Light enough to reapply mid-activity without the heavy, layered feeling.

★★★★★

"This is awesome - used in the Lakes - packs easily into a day pack. Applied it first thing, lasted all day (out for around eight hours)."

Shaun P. — Lake District hiker

★★★★★

"Simply the best available. Non-greasy, absorbs and most importantly, I've never been sunburnt when wearing it. Even if I go a while between applications and get hot and bothered, it still performs."

Andy C. — Outdoors regular, heavy sweater

How we're different.

SPF 30 Sun Gel
High street SPF 30 sunscreen
Yes
Doesn't sting or run into eyes
Built for training and racing. Stays put during intense activity.
No
Stings when you sweat
Mid-workout, eyes streaming, can't see.
Yes
Absorbs instantly, no residue
Light gel texture. Clothes stay clean.
No
White cast or greasy residue
Looks chalky or feels like you're wearing a film.
Yes
SPF 30 + UVA 5-star
Maximum rated protection on both measures.
No
SPF 30 but UVA 3 or 4-star
Lower UVA rating means less protection from ageing and skin damage.
Yes
Trusted by elite athletes
Stress-tested in real conditions.
No
Unknown performance under stress
Lab tested. Not race tested.
Yes
High tech ingredients and filters
Others charge for this quality but our mission is purposeful, not maxing margins.
No
Basic filters, premium price
Paying for packaging and brand names.

★★★★★

"Non greasy application, no need to wash hands after application and they do not run into and sting my eyes when sweating doing outdoor activities unlike other creams."

Danny — Paddle boarder, sweat-proof SPF convert

Every ingredient matters.

Our high-performance formulas are built on proven science and smart ingredient tech.

WHAT'S IN IT AND WHY

Tris-Biphenyl Triazine - Next-generation UV filter. 10 years of EU testing before approval

OTHER USEFUL INFO

SPF 30 | UVA 5-star Ultra | Fresh linen fragrance | 40% recycled plastic tube | Clinically approved for sensitive skin | Vegan and cruelty-free | Made in the UK

FABRIC INFORMATION
Aqua, Alcohol Denat., Propylheptyl Caprylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Bis Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Decyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Tris-Biphenyl Triazine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum, Xanthan Gum, Carrageenan, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Disodium Phosphate

Built from personal experience.

When several close friends, including Jono, were diagnosed with cancer in their thirties, it changed everything. LifeJacket was born to make everyday skin protection simple, reliable and part of normal life.

GOOD TO KNOW.

What's the difference between the SPF 30 Sun Gel and Daily Protection Moisturiser?

While both offer SPF 30 and UVA / UVA 5* protection, the Sun Gel is an alcohol based, white gel that we would say is a sunscreen first. The small amount of alcohol we add means that you get what's called 'flash' on the skin so once you put it on, it spreads quickly and doesn't feel greasy.

The Daily Protection Moisturiser is a moisturiser first and is designed for daily use. It is a fragrance-free, aqueous cream with added moisturising ingredients. It is also non-greasy and doesn't leave a white cast.

When will I get my order?

We try to get every order out the same day up until 4pm during the week. From then, please allow 2-3 business days for your order to arrive.

Who will be delivering my order and is there tracking?

We use a tracked service for nearly all of our deliveries. You will get an email from us when your order has been despatched which will include the tracking details.

Is the product suitable for my skin?

All of our products are clinically and dermatologically tested and approved for use on sensitive skin and are suitable for all skin types. If you have any questions about specific ingredients, please just give us a shout.

Where do you ship?

We ship to the UK and Channel Islands using a Royal Mail tracked service.

Is the product cruelty free and vegan friendly?

Yes, it sure it.

Where is this product made?

All of our cosmetic products are formulated, tested, manufactured and filled here in the UK.

Who is LifeJacket for?

We're for anyone who wants to look after their skin and perhaps learn a little more about how to best achieve that. Whether you're a professional athlete, weekend warrior, dog walker, gardener or commuter, the science remains the same. Our products cater for every personal preference and environment, so it's just about finding what works for you.

I checked this product on a third-party rating app and it got a bad score. Should I be worried?

We'd say the same thing to our own families: no.

LifeJacket exists because skin cancer is 90% preventable and people aren't protecting themselves enough. What goes into our products matters to us more than it matters to most. So when a rating app flags one of our formulations, we take that seriously. And then we look at the science.

The ingredient flagged is Octocrylene, a widely used UV filter that's been approved under EU cosmetic regulations for decades. EU cosmetic law sets strict legal limits on the concentration of each ingredient permitted in a formulation. Those limits aren't arbitrary. They're the output of decades of scientific review by some of the most rigorous regulatory bodies in the world. We formulate within them. Every product we make is also independently safety assessed before it reaches market, with a review of the precise ingredient composition. That's the kind of rigorous, context-aware evaluation that tells you whether something is actually safe.

Rating apps can't do that. They flag ingredients by name, without knowing the concentrations in the finished product. That context is fundamental. Without it, you're not assessing safety. You're just reading a label.

We follow the law and the science. Not an algorithm.

We also believe in choice. If you'd prefer a mineral-based formula, our SPF 50+ Mineral Sun Stick uses zinc oxide and titanium dioxide and scores well on these apps. It's a brilliant product.

Can I pair this with UPF sun protection clothing?

Yes. SPF handles your exposed skin, UPF clothing handles everything it covers. Pairing this with UPF 50+ clothing means permanent UV protection woven into the fabric. No reapplication, no gaps. Together, you're fully covered.

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