# Underwater Sunscreen Sticks This All-Natural Sunscreen Has Water-Resistant Properties By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-01-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-natural-sunscreen References: [rawelementsusa](http://www.rawelementsusa.com/collections/all/products/eco-stick-30) Most sunscreen bottles come with a warning that reminds users to reapply the lotion after swimming—but not this all-natural sunscreen from Raw Elements. The sunscreen sets itself apart from others on the market by using a [stick applicator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-sunscreen-stick) that resembles the way deodorant is typically packaged. This container means that the product can be applied as liberally or as lightly as desired. The product is not runny, [water-resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-sport-spritz) and boasts a biodegradable formula made from healing ingredients like green tea, sunflower oil, beeswax, mango butter and more. Beyond simply providing physical sun protection for more than the typical 80 minutes, the 'ECO STICK 30+' promises to be [reef-safe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saltyface-daily-sun-shield-mineral-sunscreen) for all of the sea life that swimmers share the water with. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Stick Applicator Sunscreens:** The stick applicator packaging for sunscreens presents an opportunity for convenient and customizable application. - **Biodegradable Sunscreen:** The use of biodegradable formulas in sunscreens offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Reef-safe Sunscreens:** The development of reef-safe sunscreens addresses the impact of regular sunscreens on marine ecosystems, presenting a new market opportunity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Personal Care Products:** The personal care products industry can tap into the demand for stick applicator sunscreens and biodegradable sunscreen formulations. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can incorporate reef-safe sunscreens into their offerings to cater to environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** The eco-friendly packaging industry can explore innovative designs for stick applicator sunscreens, considering sustainability and usability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Face Sunscreen Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-sunscreen-stick.md) - [Clear Sunscreen Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unseen-sunscreen-stick.md) - [Plastic-Free Mineral Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-free-mineral-sunscreen.md) - [Dewy Sunscreen Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tula-skincare-protect-go.md) - [Convenient Kid-Friendly Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-face-stick-1.md) - [Reef-Safe Seaweed Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/badger.md) - [Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mineral-sheer-stick-spf-30.md) - [High Protection Sunscreen Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-high-protection-stick.md) - [Makeup-Friendly Sunblock Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-sunscreen-stick.md)