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Freaks of Nature Protects Outdoor Athletes & Bolsters the Skin Barrier

— May 8, 2024 — Lifestyle
Age-defying biohacker, surfing legend and passionate ocean conservationist Kelly Slater co-founded Freaks of Nature, a new sunscreen brand focused on protecting outdoor athletes.

A consumer survey commissioned by the Squared Circles team found a growing generation of outdoor athletes, 78% of whom seek products to optimize the health of their skin barrier. What's more, 95% are seeking a skincare brand formulated specifically for their needs.

Freaks of Nature shares high-performance formulas fueled by bio-engineered ingredients to withstand wind, sun exposure, heat, sweat and pollution. The brand is introducing itself to the world with a trio of protective, skin barrier-boosting solutions: the Deeper Dive Moisturizer, Daily Defender Sunscreen and Peak Performance SPF 50, a 100% mineral sunscreen formula with vegan spider silk protein.

Trend Themes

  1. High-performance Sunscreens — Bio-engineered ingredients for lasting skin protection against environmental factors.
  2. Customized Skincare Brands — Brands tailored specifically to meet the needs of outdoor athletes and health-conscious consumers.
  3. Vegan Spider Silk Protein — Innovative use of ethical ingredients for sustainable and effective skincare solutions.

Industry Implications

  1. Outdoor Athletics — Opportunities for specialized skincare products to cater to the skin health of athletes engaged in outdoor activities.
  2. Bio-engineered Cosmetics — Emerging sector utilizing advanced ingredients for enhanced skincare benefits and performance.
  3. Sustainable Beauty — Growing market demand for eco-friendly and cruelty-free skincare products that deliver high efficacy.
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