FAQ Category: Tizo

The video was lit with an Ultraviolet LED array. The sun works as well, but we did it indoors for consistency in our photography.

All TIZO formulas are free of chemical sunscreens, using only Titanium and Zinc Oxides, so they all have this effect under UV light. (Only if pressed) The specific formula used in the video was our Solar Protection Formula SPF 58.

The chemical sunscreen used is a leading sunscreen brand, SPF 55, containing several chemical sunscreen ingredients. Again, the effect shown is representative of any chemical sunscreen.

The video uses a UV camera to demonstrate the difference between mineral sunscreen and chemical sunscreen mode of action.
Cameras work by sensing light reflecting off objects. The less light reflecting into a camera, the darker the object will appear. A UV camera works the same way, but with a special filter that only lets in UV light.

By design, Chemical Sunscreens absorb UV light and convert that energy to heat. Because of this exchange, there is no UV light reflecting away from the sunscreen. With no reflected light, the object appears black through the UV camera.

In contrast, Mineral Sunscreens reflect/refract/scatter UV light away from the skin. This means the UV light is reflecting from the sunscreen to the camera, and the object will appear lighter.

When it comes to OTC (over the counter) drugs, the inactive ingredients must be listed in alphabetical order. Alumina is just the first inactive ingredient alphabetically.

All TIZO products are manufactured in the US.

The PA system, developed in Japan, provides a measure of UVA protection. Use of this rating system is not required in the US and most US products are not tested for a PA rating.

TIZO Sheer Botanicals SPF 45 is a plant-based product and is USDA Certified Biobased, containing 93% USDA certified biobased content.

All TIZO mineral sunscreens have a three-year shelf life as long as the product has not been opened.

The expiration date of our products can be found on the crimp of the tube, and on the bottom of the carton.

Yes. The use of a great sunscreen is always important to protect the longevity of a tattoo. TIZO mineral sunscreens are perfect for protecting tattoos because of the way they reflect off the skin, rather than absorbing into the inked skin. We always suggest waiting until your tattoo is fully healed before applying sunscreen.