FAQs
We get it. We had questions, too, which is why we've tried to make SPF easy for you.
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Most of us know to pack sunscreen when going on holiday to avoid sunburn in hotter climates, however broad-spectrum SPF should be worn all year round to protect the skin against exposure and harmful damage from two types of UV light:
• UVA (long-wave) causes aging, sagging and premature wrinkles & tanning
• UVB (shortwave) causes sunburn, skin damage and pigmentation
Tip: An easy way to remember the effects of UV light is UVA causes Aging and UVB causes Burning.
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Everyone! Skin is damaged by sun exposure over your lifetime, even if you don’t burn so it’s important to stay protected.
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Everyday! It is recommended by the FDA to apply 15 minutes before sun exposure and then reapply every two hours during sun exposure or more often after swimming & sweating. When swimming & sweating, a water-resistant sunscreen is required. Regular sunscreen does not protect when in water or sweating.
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Currently, all of our Hello Sunday US products are fragrance free.
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Our primer + sunscreen, The Invisible One, is water & sweat resistant for up to 40 minutes. Be sure to reapply after sun exposure to water or sweat to stay covered.
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Yes, all of our products are dermatologist tested so you can feel good about protecting your skin and nourishing it too.
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All of our products have been tested on sensitive skin to make SPF easy for all, but we know some skin types can be unique. If you have known sensitivities to UV filters, we recommend you consult your dermatologist first. Our mineral sunscreens are known to be extra gentle on skin.
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Our US range of products are made within the US under compliance with the FDA. We hold the same high standards for our products across the globe to bring you high SPF broad-spectrum protection in easy-to-use, lightweight formulas.
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Our range currently has two products with 100% non-nano mineral protection. Both The Mineral One and The Shimmer One are formulated with non-nano zinc oxide. Non-nano means the UV filter particles are not small enough to penetrate the skin. Mineral sunscreens provide a protective barrier on the surface of the skin.
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In the US, sunscreen products are regulated by the FDA, which requires all sunscreens to be marked with an expiration date for your safety. This date is based on required testing, as after the expiration, the effectiveness of the product may be reduced. Your skin is important to us; therefore we want to ensure you have the best protection. Always make sure your SPF products are within date.
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Yes, you can layer, but be sure to apply it as its own layer so you know you have good coverage, even on the cloudy days. We recommend using as the last step of your skincare routine, but before any makeup or cosmetics. And of course, reapply every two hours to stay protected.
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All our products are formulated to work as the perfect foundation to your makeup routine. We aim to fit right into your day-to-day without clouding your routine.
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All of the products in our range are safe for use on your face or body. Afterall, protection is needed all over.
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You can always start with the Skin Quiz on our website where we help you forecast your skin type and provide the best recommendations for your unique self.
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Yes! All Hello Sunday US products are cruelty free and vegan friendly. We do not test our production or materials within them on animals and we do not use any animal derived ingredients. We follow the conventions of the EU, and other governmental bans, on animal testing for cosmetics.
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We have designed a range of protective beauty for all your skin needs that not only hydrates & protects against UVB + UVA , but also helps visibly reduce damage caused by pollution.
All of our products contain Blue Oleoactif, an anti-oxidant ingredient, known to help combat the damage from pollution & blue light
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The PA index stands for Protection Grade of UVA. UVA rays are the ones that cause premature ageing. This index commonly used in global regions outside of the US measures the ability of sunscreen to protect you from UVA rays. We’ve included this on our packaging to help reinforce our dedication to high SPF protection.
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All Hello Sunday US products are vegan-friendly. We do not test our products or the materials within them on animals and we do not use any animal-derived ingredients. We follow the conventions of the EU and other governmental bans on animal testing for cosmetics.
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Yes, our product packaging is recyclable.
Plus, as part of our planet friendly promise, all orders are packed in recyclable packaging with dissolvable loose fill chips.
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We take great care for the global environment and how our brand protects its beauty, just like your skin. We formulate without oxybenzone & octinoxate and are always monitoring the latest scientific data to ensure we are doing our best to not cause harm to our sea friends.
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Not only do we care about skin protection but also protecting the planet. Our manufacturers and suppliers strive to cause minimum environmental impact and follow a sustainability strategy, working to reduce the impact associated with water and energy consumption, the use of plastics and emissions and zero discharges. We also use recycled materials in our packaging, where possible and seek those that can be recycled once again.
As part of our planet friendly promise, the Hello Sunday team, along with our partners will continuously challenge ourselves to find new ways to improve and protect the environment.
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We currently only ship to the continental United States. Please visit our other global sites for international options.