Comments on: Natural Homemade Sunscreen Recipe

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 06:42:08 +0000

In reply to Buddy.

There’s really not enough SPF protection in the other ingredients to make much of a difference. This article explains it further. https://wellnessmama.com/beauty/sandalwood-tanning-oil/

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:49:32 +0000

In reply to lian. It's hard to say without knowing the quality of the ingredients you used. The recipe contains links to the ingredients Wellness Mama recommends. Natural sunscreen does need to be applied more often than conventional sunscreen though.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:09:28 +0000

In reply to Lindsey. That would probably help.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:49:57 +0000

In reply to Nadine Gomes. Unrefined coconut oil does have a cocount smell. And the recipe contains links to the recommended raspberry and carrot seed oils.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 03:31:49 +0000

In reply to Kristin. You can omit the essential oils. If you consult with a holistic healthcare provider they should be able to give advice on your specific situation and offer help for your skin.

By: Jennie

Jennie — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:09:52 +0000

Thank you for posting all this helpful info. I got most of the ingredients I need to make my own suntan lotion.
I also bought some Hyaluronic acid powder, been looking at different suggests for serum but would it be possible to add it to homemade suntan lotion? Thanks for your time, much appreciated ?

By: Kristin

Kristin — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:22:28 +0000

I desperately need to try this because so far I try zinc and Vaseline it’s ally skin can tolerate no OTC sunscreens. Do you have to add essential oils? My face is so inflamed painful and rash despite two dermatologists and all rx ointments. No one knows what’s wrong with my skin other than Allergic reactions.ty so much

By: Alex Y

Alex Y — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:29:32 +0000

If I want to add Jojoba oil, how much do you recommend?

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:50:28 +0000

In reply to Jason. It might feel a little greasier, but shea butter will work.

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 22:09:06 +0000

Can you swap shea butter for mango butter… thanks..

By: Diana

Diana — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:42:04 +0000

In reply to Kim. Your comment is laughable, Kim! ??? Have you ever researched and studied ingredients? Ask your "medical professionals" that same question. You are just brainwashed. Keep worshipping your lord and savior big pharma and their quacks!

By: Nadine Gomes

Nadine Gomes — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:15:45 +0000

Should the raspberry and carrot seed oils also be distilled? I can only find cold pressed.
Also, would unrefined coconut oil still smell like coconut? I kind of like that part of traditional sunscreens.
Thank you

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 04:24:51 +0000

In reply to Erika. You can just omit it. The zinc oxide does the heavy lifting here.

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 22:02:39 +0000

Hi!
Thanks so much for sharing this! I just made my first batch, and it seems to have turned out well. Quick question about storage! I know it needs to be away from direct light and heat, but, should I store it in an opaque container (versus clear glass)? Do you know if that would make a significant difference to its longevity?

By: lian

lian — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 19:36:55 +0000

I was really looking forward making this sunscreen.
Unfortunately, after 3 hours on the beach, it didn’t work at all. I’m all red.
Any ideas why?
I got all the ingredients on iherb.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 28 May 2025 09:06:37 +0000

Is this safe to use on a 2 year old? Should I decrease the amount of essential oils in it when using on toddlers and if so, by how much?

By: naitik gupta

naitik gupta — Thu, 15 May 2025 11:23:54 +0000

This article offers a comprehensive and insightful guide to creating natural homemade sunscreen. The detailed explanations of ingredient choices and their benefits, along with the emphasis on environmental considerations, are particularly valuable. Thank you for providing such a thoughtful resource for those interested in natural skincare solutions!

By: Buddy

Buddy — Mon, 12 May 2025 06:17:30 +0000

In reply to Jamie Larrison.

You have said that’s the SPF because of the zinc content.
What would be the totally SPF?
As avocado oil, coconut oil, Shea, all have a lil SPF protection. Shea can be around 5-7 , coconut oil 1-4, etc.
Shouldn’t that raise the total protection? Thank you!

Making this today

By: Erika

Erika — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:17:19 +0000

Time to make a new batch and can’t find a good quality red raspberry seed oil. I ran out of the one I used to make the sunscreen last summer. The new ones I have tried have all caused eczema. Do you think argan oil would be ok to use in the place of the raspberry oil? I live in Florida and I’m always in the sun at the beach during this time of year. I want something that works as well as last years batch. If there is anything else you suggest replacing it with please let me know. Thanks for your help!

By: Brad Kaz

Brad Kaz — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:54:33 +0000

Hi Katie,

You mentioned that I can double the amount of Zinc Oxide in the recipe above for a higher SPF. Just making sure that is an ok thing to do.

Thank you and I love this recipe so much!!!

Brad