# Sun Shield — Antioxidant-rich to help defend against free radicals. **URL:** https://www.earthley.com/products/sun-shield **Categories:** Body, Outdoor and First Aid, Skin Care **Rating:** 3.8 / 5 (193 reviews) Sun Shield is a natural sun protection lotion that combines comfrey leaf, calendula flowers, and dandelion leaf with antioxidant-rich oils and butters to help soothe and nourish the skin while supporting its natural defenses against free radical damage. Unlike conventional sunscreens that can contain chemical filters like avobenzone or zinc oxide, this formula uses botanical ingredients that provide natural protection, anti-inflammatory support, and a source of skin-loving vitamins A, C, and E. Sun Shield contains raspberry seed oil, known for having naturally-occurring SPF. Available in jars or sticks, Sun Shield is easy to apply for everyday sun exposure. It is safe for all ages, making it ideal for the whole family. Perfect for hiking, camping, beach days, and outdoor sports. Use Sun Shield to help moisturize skin, support natural UV resilience, soothe irritation from sun exposure, and provide antioxidant protection. Coral-reef safe, Leaping Bunny certified. Manufactured in a cGMP-certified facility in Columbus, Ohio. **Note: This is not a sunscreen.** While rich in protective oils, it does not have a tested SPF rating and is intended for general skin care and comfort in the sun. ## Key Benefits: - Supports healthy skin under sun exposure - Natural source of vitamins A, C, and E - Helps soothe dry or sensitive skin - Family-friendly for all ages - Coral reef safe Our [Revive & Restore Promise](https://earthley.com/earthley-revive-restore-promise): 100% clean ingredients – no compromises. Free of sulfates, parabens, fragrance, colors, preservatives, and top allergens. ## Variants & Pricing - **2 OZ** — $8.99 — In stock — SKU `MOLT-SUN-SHIELD-2OZ` - **0.5 oz Stick** — $5.99 — In stock — SKU `MOLT-SUN-SHIELD-0PT5OZ` - **8 OZ** — $24.99 — In stock — SKU `MOLT-SUN-SHIELD-8OZ` ## Description Sun Shield is a natural sun protection lotion that provides a completely natural way of safeguarding your skin from sun damage. This lotion doesn’t absorb the sun’s rays or reflect them. Instead, it penetrates deeply into the skin to help protect against damage at the cellular level. Raspberry seed oil may protect against UVA and UVB rays, while the oils and butters naturally have SPF ranging from 2 to 50 SPF each. We use pure, plant-based oils infused with whole organic herbs that are rich in antioxidants. This formula nourishes your skin, blocks free radicals, all while protecting your skin from redness, wrinkles, and damage. Please keep in mind that Sun Shield is not an official sunscreen. Depending on your skin type, you may prefer to pair this with a mineral-based sunscreen for particularly hot or sunny days or you may find it to be enough protection on its own. Looking for an after-sun lotion? Try[ Sun-Soothe](https://www.earthley.com/product/sun-soothe-after-sun-lotion/)! **Benefits:** - Protects skin against skin damage at a cellular level - Promotes cellular repair and new skin growth - Protects against UVA and UVB rays - Nourishes and moisturizes skin - Supports skin health - Rich in antioxidants - Oils with natural SPF - Helps with dry, itchy skin - Vitamins A, D, E - Omega-3s - Anti-inflammatory properties Don’t love your product? Contact us within 30 days and we’ll refund your money. The best way to reach us is through email at customercare@earthley.com. ## Ingredients - Grapeseed Oil {Organic} *(Vitis vinifera)* - Avocado Oil {Organic} *(Persea americana)* - Extra-Virgin Olive Oil {Organic} *(Olea europaea)* - Raspberry Seed Oil {Organic} *(Rubus idaeus)* - Mango Butter {Organic} *(Mangifera indica)* - Candelilla Wax *(Euphorbia antisyphilitica)* - Comfrey Leaf {Organic} *(Symphytum officinale)* - Calendula Flowers {Organic} *(Calendula officinalis)* - Dandelion Leaf {Organic} *(Taraxacum officinale)* ## Certifications - Family Owned - Sustainably Manufactured - Thirty Day Money Back Guarantee - No Artificial Ingredients - Leaping Bunny ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Q: Is Sun Shield a replacement for sunscreen? Is it a sunscreen? A: Sun Shield is not a sunscreen. Products must contain either a chemical blocker (like oxybenzene) or a physical blocker (like zinc oxide) to legally be considered a sunscreen. Instead, Sun Shield uses plant oils and herbs that have a natural SPF and protect skin on a cellular level. Some people use it instead of a traditional sunscreen and some people use it along with a traditional sunscreen. ### Q: What is the SPF of Sun Shield? A: Because it is not legally a sunscreen, it has no official SPF rating. ### Q: Sun Shield is just a bunch of oils…isn’t that like cooking yourself in the sun? A: No. Our skin naturally protects itself with oils! This will penetrate your skin to protect your skin at a cellular level (apply the oils to skin 10-15 minutes before going outside). It will not make you ‘cook’ in the sun. You can learn more about sunscreens and natural oil SPF in our blog [**What You Need to Know about Sunscreen.**](https://earthley.com/earthleys-blog/sunscreen) ### Q: Some of the oils in Sun Shield are seed oils! I thought we were never supposed to use those? Won’t they become toxic when exposed to sun? A: It’s best to avoid seed oils that have been heated to high temperatures, like when frying food, because they do become denatured and potentially toxic then. However, small amounts of raw, cold-pressed seed oils are fine, especially topically. The heat level at which these oils become denatured is at least 300 degrees F (which is fairly cool for cooking, but much higher than they would ever get on your skin). You’re safe here! ### Q: Is Sun Shield strong enough for ________? A: It varies greatly. Some people who are very fair can use it exclusively in strong sunlight and not burn. Others may burn even in moderate sunlight. It depends on genetics, tendency to burn, strength of sun, time of year, and even diet. A person who consumes an anti-inflammatory diet will be less likely to burn and experience more success with Sun Shield than those who eat more sugar, vegetable oils, and white flour. (Yes, really!) ### Q: What if Sun Shield doesn’t work for me? A: Like anything else, Sun Shield doesn’t work for 100% of people. We recommend trying it out during shorter sun exposure first (rather than a long day at the beach). If it doesn’t work, we have a money-back guarantee — just let us know. ### Q: Can I use Sun Shield while swimming? A: Yes, you can, but we suggest letting the product absorb into the skin as much as possible before getting in the pool and reapplying frequently.