What is High UV Index?
If you’re planning a day outdoors, you most likely check your weather app. Where, if you keep scrolling past the highs and the lows, you'll see a UV index number. Have you ever wondered what this number means and how it affects your day—and your skin—especially if the UV index is high?
What is Tinted Sunscreen?
You know you need to protect your skin from UV damage daily, but there are so many options, with new products popping up all the time, such as mineral sunscreen, lip sunscreen, and sunscreen moisturizers, among others. One SPF that has been trending over the past few years is tinted sunscreen. But what is tinted sunscreen and why is it so popular now?
What SPF should I use on my face daily?
Finding the right daily sunscreen is a cornerstone of any effective skincare routine. But with the countless products available, each boasting different SPF levels and formulations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might find yourself asking: what SPF should I use on my face daily to ensure optimal protection and maintain healthy, youthful skin?
What Sunscreen is safe for pregnancy?
Finding the right sunscreen during pregnancy is a beautiful step toward protecting both your skin and your baby. With so many choices out there, it might seem daunting to figure out which daily sunscreen is safe, and many pregnant women find themselves asking, “Is sunscreen safe when pregnant?”
What Does Moisturizer Do For Skin?
One of the most essential elements of a solid skincare routine—after SPF, of course—is using moisturizer. And while you may be wondering, “What does moisturizer do?” You’ll soon see that it’s a vital step when it comes to the health and hydration of your skin.
Our New Sleek Look
Since COOLA was incorporated in 2004, we've been creating organic, innovative SPF you want to wear. And after 20 trips around—and under—the sun, we have a brand new, elevated look inspired by our Southern California roots.
Is Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Better for Skin and Suncare?
If you’re a sunscreen user—and we hope that you are—you’ve probably been hearing about Zinc Oxide over the last few years. It’s not just a buzzword that SPF lovers have been googling recently—it happens to be one of the most common and effective ingredients available in mineral (or physical) sunscreen. But, surprisingly, suncare is not even where this multitasking mineral got its start in the world of skincare.
How to remove Mineral Sunscreen
As we apply our face sunscreen in the morning and reapply our body sunscreen throughout the day, it's easy to forget the importance of removing it properly once we're indoors.
What is Reef-Safe Sunscreen?
While planning your next beach vacation, or just searching for a better sunscreen option, you may have come across the phrase “reef-safe sunscreen.” Not sure what this means or why it’s important to your SPF selection? Read on to get all the details on what reef-friendly sunscreen is, how it’s relevant to your suncare choices, and how to find the right SPF for you.
Always Organic: The Benefits of Organic Skincare
At COOLA, every formula is made with as many sustainably farmed, certified organic ingredients as possible—at least 70%+ in everything we make.
Common Active Ingredients in Skincare and Their Uses: Your Ultimate Guide
When it comes to skincare, it’s not just about putting on your face skincare products and hoping for the best. It's a balance of selecting the right ingredients that work with your skin, much like how we approach our product formulations at COOLA.
Should You Wear Sunscreen in the Winter?
This time of year, having a powerful SPF as part of your skincare routine may not be top of mind. But before you send your sunscreen into hibernation for the winter, let’s take a closer look at the importance of seasonal suncare and daily protection.
