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Rethink what goes on your skin.
Simple ingredients. Thoughtful questions. A closer look at the science.
At Shaw Naturals, education is part of our mission. We believe you deserve to understand the ingredients in your everyday products, how they are sourced and prepared, and why we choose them. Explore our perspective on mineral sunscreen, fatty acids, and packaging—and the questions behind our formulas.
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The questions behind our products
01 / Mineral sunscreen
Why Non-Nano, Uncoated Zinc Oxide Is Our Choice
Not all zinc oxide is the same. Particle size, surface treatments, and the way an ingredient is incorporated into a formula are all worth understanding. This read explores the zinc we use and the questions we ask when selecting it.
This is why transparency in ingredient sourcing is so important for sunscreen safety.
Read our existing zinc oxide article · Explore our face sunscreen
02 / Understanding ingredients
A Closer Look at Sunscreen Filters
What are UV filters? Why do formulas combine different ingredients? And what questions should we ask when reading safety research? Our article shares our perspective on the ingredients we choose to include—and leave out.
Read the sunscreen filters article
See our ingredient list · Explore our body sunscreen
03 / Fatty acid science
Saturated vs. Unsaturated Fatty Acids: Why Stability Matters
Fatty acids play a crucial role in skincare and sunscreen formulations, yet not all fats are created equal.
Explore molecular structure, double bonds, and oxidation—and why fatty acid composition matters to our formulation philosophy.
Explore our tallow face balm · Explore our tallow body balm
04 / Beyond the formula
Why Packaging Deserves a Closer Look
When it comes to skincare and sunscreen products, most people focus on what’s inside the jar or bottle. But what about the container itself?
A closer look at glass, plastics, BPA, and phthalates—and the considerations behind our packaging choices.
Explore our glass jars · Explore our plastic jars
From research to thoughtful questions
We want to make original research easier to find and understand. Future research notes will link directly to studies and explain what was investigated, what was found, and how it relates to the question being discussed.
Direct sensing of dietary ω-6 linoleic acid through FABP5-mTORC1 signaling — Science, 2025.
Fewer ingredients. More intention.
Get to know the ingredients behind our formulas, discover our story, and find a simpler approach to your everyday skincare routine.