STYLE of SPORT | Gear & Apparel Curated for the Stylish Sports Enthusiast

If you swim regularly, you know the toll it takes on your skin. Dermasport is a new high-performance facial skincare line for swimmers with a four-step system designed to protect, support, and restore chlorine and sun damaged skin. Developed by board-certified dermatologist and avid swimmer Dr. Christopher Schmidt, Dermasport teamed up with five-time gold medalist Nathan Adrian and two-time medalist Elizabeth Beisel to raise awareness and education for proper skin protection for swimmers of all levels.

Dermasport’s unique Ageless Recovery Complex (ARC) combines a proprietary blend of powerful ingredients proven to support skin recovery, boost skin’s natural defenses, and prevent signs of aging due to extensive exposure to chlorine, salt, sweat and sun. Calming botanicals and powerful antioxidants combine to soothe and strengthen the skin’s natural defenses, with moisture boosting ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, chamomile flower, green tea leaf, and Vitamins A, C and E.

Dermasport’s complete system includes a clean SPF 50 mineral lotion with a hydrophobic barrier that protects up to 80 minutes in the water; a pH-balanced facial cleanser that gently removes chlorine, sunscreen, sweat, dirt, and makeup; an ultra-hydrating, lightweight facial moisturizer; and a powerful vitamin and peptide firming eye cream that helps undo goggle marks.

Unlike most swim skin care products you see in the locker room, Dermasport’s clean and modern packaging is designed will appeal to non-swimmers as well. Created for the most demanding conditions, the products are just as effective too.

 
Utu is a new line of premium outdoor skincare on a mission. The line includes a broad spectrum SPF30 Moisturizing Sunscreen and a refillable SPF50 Tinted Sunscreen Stiq, all contained in 100% plastic-free, recyclable aluminum packaging that honors the planet as well as rights of those who inhabit it. Utu’s debut range of sun protection is designed everyone who shares the love of outdoor pursuits, but Utu has a larger purpose as well.

Utu founder Richard Welch is an LGBTQ+ business owner and member of Founded Outdoors, an active community of entrepreneurs dedicated to breaking down barriers to access in the outdoors industry. As a queer-identifying individual, he has often felt a disconnect between his identity and the traditional image of an outdoor enthusiast. Welch is proud to be part of a growing movement that recognizes the importance of inclusivity in the outdoor community, that also includes Brave Trails, a non-profit dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth leadership offering summer camps, backpacking trips and more. Read More

THE CLEAREST & SHEEREST MINERAL-BASED SUNSCREENS

When it comes to choosing sunscreen there are essentially two choices: mineral-based and chemical. By the names of the categories you can guess which one is better for your skin and the environment.

Mineral – aka natural sunscreens – are made with naturally occurring ingredients like zinc and titanium dioxides, recognized as “safe and effective” by the FDA. They sit on top of the skin like a protective barrier, as opposed to chemical sunscreens which are absorbed into skin. Chemical sunscreens often contain active ingredients shown to be toxic to the body and environment, and damaging to marine life and the coral reefs as well.

The zinc oxide and titanium dioxide in mineral sunscreens provide broad spectrum sun protection from both UVA and UVB rays, but the problem has traditionally been the chalky white residue they leave on the skin. This summer’s new class of mineral sunscreens rub in fast and clear, with the addition of skin hydrating, nourishing, and anti-aging plant based oils and natural ingredients.

Running, surfing, cycling, swimming… your favorite outdoor sports require the strongest, waterproof and sweat-proof protection. From drugstore to sport to boutique brands, these are 15 are our favorite mineral based sunscreens:
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