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Why is your organic suncare range recommended?

The UV rays of sun light have an impact on the skin and the body. UVA plays a very important role in the phenomenon of skin ageing, while UVB and UVA induce changes in the DNA of the cells that can have serious consequences for our health. 

You should therefore not wait until you are at the beach or in situations of extreme sunshine to use organic suncare because the skin is permanently subjected to UV rays in all seasons, even on cloudy days.

Effective protection is therefore essential to guard against the harmful effects of UVB and UVA rays. The range of natural sun products, certified organic and optimally tolerated, has been designed to enable everyone to enjoy the sun product in complete safety.

The protection of babies and children is also very important. The first 18 years of life are when we receive the most sunlight. If we add to this the fragility of the skin of the youngest children, sun protection is fundamental and the prevention offered by our mineral sunscreens enables your child's sun product to be preserved as well as possible.

How does your range of mineral sunscreens differ from other sunscreens?

Our suncare range is a unique organic mineral suncreens range, formulated with natural ingredients, which combines 100% natural mineral anti-UV screens and Alga-Gorria®, an active ingredient that neutralizes free radicals.

Indeed, for the first time, this patented extract from red seaweed, with antioxidant power, is used in organic cosmetic products. Our natural sun products are your best allies all year round to effectively prevent skin damage caused by UV radiation! 

How is the Sun Protection Factor determined?

The Sun Protection Factor, commonly known under the acronym SPF, is the main measurement of the solar protection. The SPF values the protection provided against UVB rays.

It has the advantage of having the same definition in every country and measured by the same International Sun Protection Factor Test Method.

Is it necessary to use sunscreen all year long?

It is necessary to adapt one's needs to one's lifestyle and phototype. For example, a fair-skinned person who works outdoors must use protection every day, even in winter, even on cloudy days. Generally speaking, as soon as you have to stay outside, you should protect yourself from UV rays whatever the season. You should also be careful indoors, for example if your office is located near a window, because UVA rays which are responsible for accelerated skin ageing, pass through glass.

Ideal for use in the city, Face Tinted Cream SPF30 is an effective sun product, a moisturiser and a skin perfector for daily use.

What sun protection factor (SPF) should I choose?

The choice depends mainly on the intensity of the sun's radiation and your skin type. Indeed, in certain extreme situations, on the beach or in the mountains, it is recommended to choose sun products with a high level of protection (SPF30, SPF50, SPF50+) because of the intensity of the radiation which is combined with high reflection from the sand or snow. This applies to all skin types.

For milky and fair skin, high and very high protection (SPF50, SPF50+) is always recommended as well as for skin with imperfections (rosacea, acne, recent scars...) or skin that is very sensitive to sun product radiation.

In the case of pregnancy, for example, the skin's sensitivity to the sun is increased. To prevent the appearance of brown spots on different areas of the face (melasma or pregnancy mask), a very high protection factor (SPF50+) is then recommended.

As for younger skin, a very high protection factor (SPF50+) should always be chosen. As a reminder, babies and young children under 3 years of age should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Furthermore, they should be protected, even if they are in the shade, with a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and a tee-shirt.

What are the phenomena responsible for premature skin aging?

UVA rays play a very important role in the ageing of our skin cells, but they are not the only cause. Pollution, tobacco, stress and alcohol abuse also have a deleterious effect on the structure of the skin because these factors induce an excessive production of free radicals, known as "oxidative stress". These free radicals degrade certain structures that make the skin "young", such as collagen or elastin fibres.

It is therefore essential to adopt a healthy lifestyle and to protect oneself from UVA rays by using sun products, preferably certified organic.

Does sunscreen prevent you from tanning?

There is no sun product that stops 100% of UV rays. On a skin protected by a sun product, sunburn is avoided but a very small quantity of UV rays reaches the surface of the skin and activates the increased synthesis of melanin (a pigment present in the epidermis whose role is to protect the nucleus of the cells where the DNA is located from UV rays). This defence reaction of the skin leads to an increase in the skin's tan.

If you do not protect yourself, you risk sunburn: the ""burnt"" cells are eliminated and the tan does not last. 

Which organic sun product do you recommend for very white skin?

We recommend using a very high protection product: SPF50 or SPF50+. In our suncare range, three textures are available: sun milk, sun spray and sun cream specifically designed for the face. There is also a SPF50+ sun stick for sensitive areas.

Whatever the chosen texture, we recommend you apply the sunscreen evenly and generously, before exposure and reapply, especially in case of prolonged exposure and/or after swimming, wiping or perspiring. It is also recommended to gradually expose oneself and to avoid peak daylight hours, from 12pm to 4pm.

Are your organic sun products suitable for sensitive skin? 

Our products are formulated to guarantee maximum tolerance and safety: no added fragrances in the SPF50 and SPF50+, no preservatives in most of our products, choosing natural origin products, certified organic formulas, etc. 

Our sun shields are mineral screens that are chemically inert: they do not react with the skin to reduce risk of allergies/ irritation to the maximum. Mineral screens are the shields used in sunscreen ranges for sensitive or even intolerant skin (as opposed to chemical ones). 

10 products have been hypoallergenic tested:

  • SPF50 sun milk,
  • SPF50 Sport sun milk,
  • SPF50+ Baby & Child sun cream
  • SPF50+ Baby & Child Sport sun cream
  • SPF50+ sun spray,
  • SPF50+ family sun spray
  • SPF50+ tinted sun stick
  • SPF50+ Sport sun stick,
  • SPF30 lip balm,
  • SPF30 Sport lip balm.                                                                                                                                                                           

The SPF50+ Baby & Child sun cream as well as the two SPF50+ sprays can be used by the youngest from the age of 6 months.

The SPF50+ tinted stick, the SPF50+ Sport stick and the two SPF30 lip balms can be used by children from the age of 3 years.              

We would like to remind you that for sensitive and allergy-prone skin, it is recommended that you try the product on a small area beforehand, to verify that no reaction occurs.

Are your products suitable for atopic skin?

Atopic skin is very sensitive. They are often dry and eczema prone. Exposure to sunlight seems to improve the clinical state of the skin in most cases. But this exposure should be moderate and above all very well protected with high SPF sunscreens, to guarantee high tolerance and to not dry out the skin. 

In this way, we recommend the use of our SPF50+ sun spray, without added fragrances, without preservatives, hypoallergenic for maximum tolerance. It is also enriched in organic coconut and sunflower oil which gives it regenerative properties. Our SPF50+ sun spray is great for the whole family and notably for infants aged of 6 months and up. 

We would like to remind you that for sensitive and allergy-prone skin, it is recommended that you try the product on a small area beforehand, to verify that no reaction occurs.

Are your sunscreens suitable for rosacea?

This dermatological pathology mainly affects people with light photoypes. Rosacea is notably characterized by the excessive dilatation of blood vessels of the face. Heat and UVA can also worsen this swelling. 

In this way, people afflicted by rosacea should avoid direct exposure to sunlight and must protect their skin with high SPF sunscreens. We recommend our SPF50 face sunscreen and the SPF50+ tinted sunstick which protects and covers skin imperfections. 

Can we use organic sunscreen in private pool?

There is no incompatibility between our organic certified sunscreens and private swimming pools (chlorine, liner...).

Futhermore, all of our sunscreens are water resistant.

Can I use pure vegetable oils as sun protection?

At this point in time, the only two sunscreens recognized as such and really protecting against UV rays are mineral screens and chemical filters. 

Indeed, on the web, it is said that raspberry seed oil has an IP of 28-50 ""according to Anthony J. O'Lenick, author of ""Oils of Nature"""" but we do not know how he determined this. This oil is known to absorb a little in UV but from there to obtain an IP 30, nothing is less sure. In any case, we are not allowed to use this material as a sunscreen because it is not on the positive list of sunscreens in the cosmetics regulation.

Using vegetable oils such as raspberry seed vegetable oil poses health risks. 

As a reminder, mineral screens are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which are of natural origin.

Which suncare products can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding? 

The following sun products can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding:

In which situations is SPF50 Facial Sunscreen recommended?

The high protection index SPF50 guarantees high natural protection in any situation. Visage SPF50 sunscreen is ideal for milky, very fair or sun-sensitive skin. Its fragrance-free, non-greasy and very resistant to water and perspiration formula is perfectly suited to prolonged or intense sports activities.

Why choose a natural face sunscreen?

Our SPF50 face sunscreen perfectly combines efficacy and tolerance.
Certified organic, its formula respects the health of your skin and the environment. It contains anti-UV mineral screens and an exclusive antioxidant active ingredient that provides optimal cell protection.

Who are your organic suncare products for?

Our range of organic suncare products, which combine mineral screens and powerful antioxidants for optimal protection of the skin, is designed so that everyone can find the sunscreen that suits them: specific formula for children, light texture for combination skin, richer texture for skin dry, scar protection, tinted formulas...

Is your organic baby sunscreen suitable for babies?

We provide you with three sunscreens that can be used on children from 6 months old: our SPF50+ Baby & Child sunscreen and SPF50+ Baby & Child Sport sunscreen with a soft, creamy and nourishing texture which guarantees optimal protection and remains visible on the skin, and our SPF50+ Sun spray (availble in 100 ml or 150 ml format) whose fluid and light texture leaves a minimum of white marks on application.

Our SPF50+ Baby & Child sunscreens and SPF50+ sun sprays are hypoallergenic and fragrance-free.

Is there a sun stick in your suncare range?

Yes, we do have a SPF50+ coloured sun stick ideal for sports activities, such as surfing or skiing. It comes in 3 colours: white, purple and blue.
In our solar range, you will also find a SPF50+ tinted sun stick to protect and camouflage scars and skin imperfections.

What are the advantages of SPF50 face sunscreen from Laboratoires de Biarritz?

Our certified organic SPF50 face sunscreen offers you high sun protection thanks to its anti-UVA/UVB mineral screens and its patented red algae extract, Alga-Gorria®, a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals to prevent cell damage and skin aging induced by solar radiation.
The SPF50 face sunscreen offers real moisturizing and mattifying properties to your skin thanks to its non-greasy formula. It does not stick nor run out, therefore it is ideal for sports and aquatic activities.

What sunscreen is recommended for babies?

We remind you that a child under 3 should not be exposed directly to the sun. To effectively protect the fragile skin of the youngest, we recommend our SPF50+ Baby & Child Sunscreen.

This sunscreen for babies and children has a very high sun protection index as well as a hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formula, perfectly suited to effectively protect the fragile skin of toddlers from the sun.

Why choose an organic lip balm?

Our SPF30 lip balm is certified organic. This natural lip balm (100% of ingredients of natural origin), with a hypoallergenic formula, provides long-lasting sun protection to your lips and prevents them from drying out.

Is the SPF50+ sun stick suitable for sport and outdoor activities?

The certified organic SPF50+ sun stick is perfectly suited for sports, both at sea and in the mountains. Its texture is easily applicable to specific areas (nose, ears, cheekbones, etc.). Highly resistant to water and perspiration, our SPF50+ coloured sun stick does not stick nor run.

Does your certified organic sun stick protect like a sunscreen?

Our certified organic sun stick has a very high protection index SPF50+. Its compact size and its texture compared to those of a sunscreen, facilitate its application on areas particularly sensitive to the harmful rays of the sun and difficult to protect such as the nose, cheekbones or ears.

Do you have a specific suncare range for athletes?

Yes ! We have created a complete line of sport suncare products in practical and compact formats. Composed of SPF30 and SPF50 sun milks, SPF50+ coloured sun sticks, a SPF30 lip balm and an after-sun fluid, you will find the essentials for optimal protection during all your activities.

Formulated to resist water and perspiration, so as not to run into the eyes and not to get in the way, these products have been 100% studied and designed for athletes.

These treatments can be used as sun protection for skiing or surfing, both in the mountains and at sea, wherever you need to protect yourself from the sun.

Which suncare product should I choose?

To protect yourself from the sun, you must take into account your phototype (sensitive skin, easily sunburnt, quickly tanned...) and the exposure conditions (sea, mountain, latitude, time and duration of exposure).

According to your needs, we offer a wide choice of certified organic suncare products: face sunscreen, tinted or not, face and body sun milks or sprays, specific protection for babies and children, etc.

Depending on your sensitivity to the sun and your type of activity, we have declined our organic sun protection products in several protection indices: SPF30, SPF50 and SPF50+. We also have an exclusive range of sport sunscreens, designed for athletes. All of our suncare products are natural and certified organic: you can only make the right choice!

Is there a sunscreen for men?

All our organic sunscreens are intended for both women and men.

Pourquoi la mention [Nano] apparaît-elle désormais accolée au dioxyde de titane et à l’oxyde de zinc dans la liste d’ingrédients de vos solaires ? 

Depuis le 1er janvier 2022, dans la liste des ingrédients présente sur nos packagings, apparait la mention [nano] accolée au dioxyde de titane et à l'oxyde de zinc (écrans minéraux protégeant des UVB et des UVA). 

La mention [nano] apparaît à cause d'un changement de technique de mesure des filtres minéraux. 

A l'heure actuelle, il n'existe pas de technique normée pour évaluer les nanoparticules. Il en existe plusieurs et la législation n’impose pas d’en privilégier une par rapport à une autre.

Jusqu’à présent, nous utilisions la technique DLS qui permet de mesurer les filtres minéraux tels qu'ils sont naturellement dans les produits finis et une fois appliqués sur la peau, c'est à dire enrobés et agglomérés, formant de gros agrégats.

Mais, en France, les organismes de contrôle utilisent exclusivement une autre technique, la MEB (Microscopie Electronique à Balayage). Or, cette technique modifie l’état réel des écrans minéraux. En effet, elle inclue, avant mesure, une modification des agrégats naturels et une sélection des plus petites particules. Puis, elle mesure la plus petite dimension de ces particules. Cette technique engendre des résultats qui impactent directement le statut réglementaire des substances analysées : des particules qui jusqu’alors étaient mesurées "non nano" sont aujourd’hui mesurées et identifiées comme "nano".

Les Laboratoires de Biarritz ont décidé de suivre les orientations des organismes de contrôle et donc d’effectuer des modifications au niveau de la liste des ingrédients présente sur les packagings de ses Soins Solaires.

Mais, nos formules demeurent inchangées. Cette nouvelle mention ne change strictement rien à l’innocuité et à la sécurité apportées par nos Soins Solaires certifiés BIO :

- les filtres minéraux présents dans nos Soins Solaires, dioxyde de titane et oxyde de zinc, sont inertes et stables, ce qui leur confère une tolérance optimale ; ils ne provoquent ni allergie, ni irritation sur la peau.

- en application cutanée, dioxyde de titane et oxyde de zinc possèdent une totale innocuité déjà mise en évidence par de nombreuses études. 

- récemment, nous avons fait réaliser sur nos solaires une nouvelle étude scientifique qui prouve à nouveau que nos filtres minéraux restent strictement à la surface de la peau. Ils ne pénètrent pas à travers les couches de la peau, ne présentent donc aucun risque de passage dans la circulation générale et dans l'organisme. Ils sont donc totalement sûrs. (Etude publiée dans le Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications - sept 2021).

- au-delà de l'innocuité prouvée de nos filtres minéraux, les formules de nos Soins Solaires sont certifiées Bio avec 99,5% à 100% d'ingrédients d'origine naturelle. C'est la garantie de formules saines, sans aucun ingrédient d'origine pétrochimique à risque ou controversé.

Quelle est la différence entre une protection solaire et un autobronzant ? 

Un soin de protection solaire permet de protéger la peau contre les effets délétères des rayons UVB et UVA, à savoir les coups de soleil et le vieillissement prématuré de la peau.

Aux Laboratoires de Biarritz, nos formules de protection solaire contiennent des écrans minéraux (seuls filtres solaires autorisés en certification Bio) qui protègent la peau des rayonnements UVA et UVB.

Dans un soin autobronzant, il n’y a pas de filtres solaires anti UVB/UVA mais des actifs qui vont agir sur les cellules de la couche cornée de la peau pour créer un hâle, sans exposition solaire. 

Is the SPF50+ Invisible Sun Stick good for protecting scars?

Of course! We also recommend using our SPF50+ Tinted Sun Stick to protect and camouflage scars and skin imperfections.

I have sensitive skin, is this stickright for me?

The SPF50+ Invisible Sun Stick was formulated for all skin types, even the most sensitive. However, if you do have more reactive skin, we recommend looking into our dermo-suncare product ranges and more specifically our best-selling SPF50+ Sun Spray.

Is the SPF50+ Invisible Sun Stick water-resistant?

Yes, the SPF50+ Invisible Sun Stick is water-resistant. We recommend reapplying after spending an extended period in the water, or at least every two hours to stay optimally protected!

What else should I use to complete my sun skincare routine?

If you wish to protect specific areas, you can also use our SPF50+ Invisible Sunscreen Stick. It provides targeted protection ideal for delicate areas.

Is the Sun Milk invisible on the skin? 

Yes, totally. The SPF30 Satin Sun Milk  and the SPF50 Satin Sun Milk are invisible when applied on the skin.

Does the Satin Sun Oil nourish the skin?

Yes! Thanks to their formulas enriched in Organic sunflower oil, our SPF30 Satin Sun Oil and SPF50 Satin Sun Oil nourish your skin, with no sticky residue. 

I have sensitive skin, is this product right for me?

Yes, this suncare is formulated to suit even the most sensitive skin types. However, if you do have more reactive skin, look into our dermo-suncare product range. 

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