Botanical Sunscreen 🌿☀️

This feather-light, plant-based sunscreen is formulated for those who prefer a fluid, breathable shield, powered by Non-Nano Zinc Oxide, to provide a clean, reliable mineral barrier for daily wear. By leveraging the fast-absorbing, skin-mimicking properties of Jojoba Oil and Squalane, this formula glides on effortlessly, leaving a soft, satin-like finish that doesn't feel heavy or sticky. It is fortified with rare, moisture-retaining Desert Plant Extracts—botanicals evolved for survival in extreme heat—and a bioactive Barrier Protect complex that strengthens the skin's surface against urban pollutants. To ensure consistent coverage, the inclusion of Castor Oil and Rice Bran Wax provides a light, structural weight, ensuring the formula adheres perfectly to the skin without feeling greasy.

Why This Potent Blend?

• Jojoba Oil: A biomimetic moisturizer exceptionally similar to human sebum that absorbs quickly, balances hydration, and provides a lightweight, non-comedogenic base.
• Non-Nano Zinc Oxide: A natural mineral shield that forms a physical barrier against harmful UV rays, providing safe and gentle daily protection.
• Desert Plant Extracts: A proprietary blend of resilient botanicals that help preserve moisture, support the skin's natural barrier, and defend against environmental stress.
• Barrier Protect Complex: A bioactive blend of Barley, Sandalwood, and Phellodendron extracts that helps reinforce the skin's surface and support a healthy moisture barrier.

Complete Ingredient Directory

• Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil: Biomimetic botanical oil / Lightweight skin-conditioning emollient
• Zinc Oxide: Mineral UV filter / Physical sunscreen active
• Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil: Emollient / Protective skin-conditioning oil
• Rubus Idaeus (Red Raspberry) Seed Oil: Botanical oil / Antioxidant and skin-conditioning emollient
• Squalane: Biomimetic emollient / Lightweight moisture-locking agent
• Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil: Botanical oil / Antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent
• Cetyl Alcohol: Fatty ester / Texture enhancer and stabilizer
• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax: Plant-derived wax / Formula stabilizer and protective texture enhancer
• Ethylhexyl Palmitate (Fatty Ester) & Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Root Extract & Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract & Agave Americana Stem Extract & Yucca Brevifolia Root Extract & Opuntia Coccinellifera Flower Extract & Fouquieria Splendens Stem Extract & Larrea Tridentata Extract: Desert Plant Extract complex / Moisture-retaining botanical blend 
• Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract & Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract & Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract: Barrier Protect complex / Skin barrier-supporting botanical blend 
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Antioxidant / Formula-stabilizing and skin-conditioning ingredient
• Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil: Essential oil / Botanical aroma component
• Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil: Essential oil / Botanical aroma component

FAQs

• What does the Botanical Sunscreen help with? It provides lightweight mineral sun protection while helping maintain hydration, support the skin barrier, and defend against everyday environmental stress.
• What skin concerns is it suitable for? It is especially well suited for normal, combination, oily, and sensitive skin looking for breathable daily sun protection without a heavy feel.
• What makes this formula different? Unlike richer mineral sunscreens, this feather-light formula combines Non-Nano Zinc Oxide with fast-absorbing Jojoba Oil, Squalane, Desert Plant Extracts, and the Barrier Protect complex to deliver comfortable daily protection with a soft, satin finish.
• Why Jojoba Oil? Jojoba Oil closely resembles the skin's natural sebum, helping provide lightweight hydration while supporting balanced, comfortable skin.
• Why Non-Nano Zinc Oxide? Non-Nano Zinc Oxide provides a gentle mineral barrier that helps protect the skin from UVA and UVB exposure without penetrating the skin.
• Why Desert Plant Extracts? These resilient botanicals are naturally adapted to harsh climates and help support moisture retention while defending the skin against environmental stress.
• Why Barriers Protect Complexes? This botanical complex helps reinforce the skin's surface, minimize moisture loss, and support a healthy skin barrier.
• What can I expect from the texture and finish? The formula glides on effortlessly with a lightweight, fluid texture and dries to a soft, breathable satin finish that feels comfortable for everyday wear.
• Will it leave a white cast? Because the formula contains mineral Zinc Oxide, some visible cast may occur depending on skin tone and the amount applied. Warming the product between your fingertips and applying it evenly in small sections can help improve the finish.

Sensory & Texture Profile

• Weight: Lightweight / Fluid lotion
• Finish: Soft / Satin / Non-greasy
• Aroma: Light botanical aroma with subtle Ylang Ylang and Bergamot notes

Suggested Pairing & Routine Integration

• How to Layer: Apply after the LC Botanicals Hydrating Serum and Tallow Balm. Allow each product to absorb before applying the Botanical Sunscreen evenly as the final step of your morning skincare routine.