How Does SPF Work? And Why We Chose Zinc and SPF 30 When we set out to create a sunscreen at Scence, we didn’t just want any SPF. We wanted something that felt good on your skin, aligned with our values, and genuinely protected you and the planet. But to explain why we chose zinc […]
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Understanding Dark Underarms from Deodorant, and Why We Choose Magnesium If you have ever noticed darkening under your arms, you are not alone. It is something many people experience at different stages of life, and it can feel frustrating, especially when you are doing all the “right” things. At Scence, we always like to take
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Why We Choose Non-Nano Zinc Oxide in Our Sunscreen When we set out to create a sunscreen at Scence, we knew it had to do more than just protect skin from the sun. It needed to feel good to use, be kind to sensitive skin, and sit comfortably with our values around health and the
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Safe Sunscreen for Children and the Whole Family Bringing up my children in Cornwall meant we obviously spent a lot of time on the beach. It was our go-to after school hang out and there were some amazing summers. I bought my boys UV suits to ensure they were safe as they did get a
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Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreens: What We Put on Our Skin Matters for Our Oceans Too Living by the coast in Cornwall, the sea is part of everyday life for me. It is where I walk, reset, and feel most connected to nature. It is also a constant reminder that the choices we make in our
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Caring for Skin, Caring for Seas: Reef Safe Sunscreen As part of my recovery process, I spent last winter away from the Cornish rain and explored part of the far east. My travels with my family started in Japan, then Thailand, Malaysia and then Sri Lanka. It was an amazing and healing experience, meeting with
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What Does Magnesium Actually Do in Deodorant? Magnesium has become an increasingly popular ingredient in natural deodorants, yet many people are still unsure exactly how it works. If you’ve ever wondered why magnesium appears in our Scence deodorant formulas, the answer lies in how body odour develops in the first place. Understanding this process helps
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Understanding Zinc Sunscreen Hurray! The sun is making it’s way back so I thought a short blog on how zinc sunscreen works would be really helpful in choosing the protection that works for you as protecting the skin from sun exposure is one of the most important steps in any skincare routine. I will talk
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HOW TO LOOK AFTER DRY, ITCHY OR ECZEMA SKIN Taking care of tender, sensitive and eczema skin requires gentle care. It is surprising how many products can exacerbate sensitive skin, even ones which claim to be gentle on the skin. The key is to keep on top of moisturising and to reduce inflammation which can
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