Which of our products are vegan, and why should you use them?Why should you choose vegan products? Vegan products contain no animal by-products or ingredients. As many of us turn towards a vegan diet it only makes sense to bring veganism into your whole lifestyle. A lot of vegan products also have a higher proportion of natural and naturally derived ingredients instead of harsh chemicals which makes them kinder on your skin and a good option for those of us who suffer from sensitivity. That being said lots of people still react to natural products so do be careful. Vegan doesn't mean cruelty free...Vegan does not inherently mean cruelty-free. Cruelty-free products have not been tested on animals during their production. Technically all ingredients used in products that are sold in Europe have, at some point, been tested on animals to ensure that they are safe to use - that’s ingredients, not products. The UK is one of the biggest reported users of animals in Europe, with 3.52 million animal experiments reported in 2018. (4) (5) Here are 3 main cruelty-free certification logos to look out for All of the products we stock are cruelty free. What’s wrong with animal products?We think it's fair to say most people choose to avoid animal products for ethical and environmental reasons. You’ve probably heard people say that going vegan is the ‘single best way to reduce your carbon footprint and there is actual research behind that claim A 2018 Oxford University study found that ‘avoiding meat and dairy is the single biggest way to reduce your impact on Earth’ as animal farming provides just 18% of calories but takes up 83% of our farmland. (1) (2) A 2010 United Nations report said that “animal products are a key cause of environmental problems, including climate change, water depletion and soil erosion”, obviously this isn’t just about cosmetics includes the farming and fashion industries. It's estimated that animal agriculture is responsible for 18% of global greenhouse gas emissions. (3) A study published in Environmental Research Letters found that eating a plant-based diet has three times more positive environmental impact than washing your clothes in cold water; four times more than hang-drying clothes or recycling; and eight times more than upgrading light bulbs. (6) In many cases, animal products offer good natural alternatives to synthetic or chemical ingredients, however, they are not always produced in sustainable, ethical or responsible ways. Why don’t we stock all vegan products?Happy Oceans was established by a Marine Biologist (that’s me 🙋♀️) working on conservation projects and watching well-meaning people use products that weren’t reef safe every day. We are proud to stock vegan products, however, our focus is on making ocean-friendly products readily available here in the UK, so you can use them every day, pack them for your holidays and protect the ocean wherever you are! Which of our products are vegan?Our vegan superstar sunscreens are from Stream 2 Sea. The Sport and Tinted sunscreens are both vegan-friendly (YAY). They come in sugar cane resin packaging, a bioplastic made from waste sugar-cane which can be recycled with your normal waste (more on this in our next blog). On Sale On Sale Stream 2 Sea Tinted Sunscreen
£6.50 - £10.00
Only a few left! This creamy suncream is an easy swap from your regular brand and is water resistant for 80 minutes. It even comes in recyclable sugar-cane resin packaging which can go straight in with your normal recycling. It is the only sunscreen which has been scientifically tested to make sure that it has no negative effect on coral larvae, saltwater and freshwater fish.
Available in SPF 20 or SPF 30 Active Ingredient: SPF 30 - 8.8% Titanium Dioxide (Non-Nano) SPF 20 - 6.6% Titanium Dioxide (Non-Nano) Inactive Ingredients: Deionized Water, Aqueous Extracts of Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed)* and Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Cocoglycerides, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Methylcellulose, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Stearic Acid, Acrylates Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (C.I. 77492, C.I. 77491, C.I. 77499) and Jojoba Esters * Certified Organic Ingredients On Sale On Sale Stream 2 Sea Sport Sunscreen
£6.50 - £10.00
Only a few left! *UPDATE* BACK IN STOCK!! You can choose to pre-order and we will send your order in separate parcels at no extra cost. We aim to get it to you within 3 weeks. Need it now? You can try it in SPF20, try Stream2Sea Tinted SPF30, or Shade SPF25!! This creamy suncream is an easy swap from your regular brand and is water-resistant for 80 minutes. It even comes in recyclable sugar-cane resin packaging which can go straight in with your normal recycling. It is the only sunscreen that has been scientifically tested to make sure that it has no negative effect on coral larvae, saltwater and freshwater fish.
Available in SPF 20 or SPF 30 You can choose to pre-order and we will send your order in separate parcels at no extra cost. We aim to get it to you within 3 weeks. Need it now? You can try it in SPF20, try Stream2Sea Tinted SPF30, or Shade SPF25!! Active Ingredient: SPF 30 - 8.8% Titanium Dioxide (Non-Nano) SPF 20 - 6.6% Titanium Dioxide (Non-Nano) Inactive Ingredients: Deionized Water, Aqueous Extracts of Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed)* and Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Cocoglycerides, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Methylcellulose, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Stearic Acid, Acrylates Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid. * Certified Organic Concious Explorer kit
£22.00
Only a few left! Travel miniatures a perfect gift for your favourite traveller or a great way to try all of the Stream 2 Sea products!
Includes ingredients to avoid card, all packaged in a cute drawstring hessian bag. All of these miniatures come in recyclable sugar cane resin (bioplastic) packaging. Please Note: The Shampoo, Conditioner and Lip Balm are not vegan. Sol de Ibiza SPF50
£19.95
Sol de Ibiza SPF 50 sunscreen stick is great for the whole family. Our highest available SPF gives you the ocean-safe sun protection you've been looking for in a plastic-free tube; and even better, the vegan formula uses certified organic ingredients. What more could you need?
Ingerdients: Zinc oxide, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cetyl alcohol, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Theobroma cacao butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil*, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, Althaea officinalis root extract*, Calendula officinalis flower extract*, Malva sylvestris leaf extract*, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lecithin, Citric acid *Organically Farmed Sol De Ibiza SPF30
£22.00
Sold out **OUT OF STOCK** Please email us if you would like to order the SPF30 and we will update you with an estimated delivery time Sol de Ibiza SPF 30 sunscreen is great for the whole family. They use organic ingredients in a vegan formula to give you fantastic sun protection with a hint of Aloe Vera. Sol de Ibiza donates 1% of all of its revenue to the Ibiza Preservation Foundation which is a foundation that works to preserve and protect the land and sea in Ibiza and Formentera.
Ingredients: Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cocos nucifera oil*, Zinc oxide (20%), Silica, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, Helianthus annuus seed oil*, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract*, Oryzanol, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lecithin, Citric acid. * Organic Ingredients **OUT OF STOCK** Please email us if you would like to order the SPF30 and we will update you with an estimated delivery time Sol de Ibiza SPF50 - Tin
£22.00
Sol de Ibiza SPF 50 sunscreen 100ml tin is great for the whole family. Our highest available SPF gives you the ocean-safe sun protection you've been looking for in a plastic-free tube; and even better, the vegan formula uses certified organic ingredients. What more could you need?
Ingerdients: Zinc oxide, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cetyl alcohol, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Theobroma cacao butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil*, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, Althaea officinalis root extract*, Calendula officinalis flower extract*, Malva sylvestris leaf extract*, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lecithin, Citric acid *Organically Farmed The Stream 2 Sea moisturising body lotion Replenish your skin following exposure to the elements with our after sun Nourishing Body Lotion made with our potent antioxidant blend of Green Tea, Tulsi, Wakame, and Olive Leaf. It absorbs quickly, leaving no feeling of residue, just a silky, moisturized, baby-soft feel to your skin that simply feels healthy! Stream 2 Sea Sun and Sting relief Gel Nourish your skin following sun exposure, insect bites or stings with our Sun and Sting Soothing Gel made with a potent antioxidant blend of Green Tea, Tulsi, Wakame, and Olive Leaf. Nourishing plant oils and soothing enzymes. Badger Aloe Vera Gel It’s vegan because it’s 98% pure Aloe Vera Juice! Seriously, just a couple of other ingredients to emulsify and preserve and 98% juicy, juicy Aloe. Badger Aloe Vera
£7.99
Only a few left! *BACK IN STOCK* Badger Aloe Vera cools, soothes and hydrates dry and sun-parched skin. With organic & fair trade aloe vera juice, it's as close as you can get to breaking a leaf off an aloe plant! It is also unscented and leaves no sticky residue.
Ingredients: *Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Juice, Xanthan Gum, Water (and) Gluconic Acid (and) Sodium Benzoate (from cassia oil and natural fructose sources), Glyceryl Caprylate, Citric Acid *Certified Organic Concious Explorer kit
£22.00
Only a few left! Travel miniatures a perfect gift for your favourite traveller or a great way to try all of the Stream 2 Sea products!
Includes ingredients to avoid card, all packaged in a cute drawstring hessian bag. All of these miniatures come in recyclable sugar cane resin (bioplastic) packaging. Please Note: The Shampoo, Conditioner and Lip Balm are not vegan. Stream 2 Sea Sting Gel
£11.95
Only a few left! Nourishing, biodegradable Sting Relief Gel with a replenishing antioxidant blend of Green Tea, Tulsi, Wakame and Olive Leaf.
Usage: To soothe and cool hot skin, apply as often as needed. Use after sun exposure to minimize peeling. For external use only. Ingredients: Aqueous Extracts of Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed)* and Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf*, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Deionized Water, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth 10, Gluconolactone, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed) Bioferment, Lactobacillus/Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Ferment, Papain, Bromelain, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Hydrolyzed Guar, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon) Bark Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Acetic Acid (Vinegar), Xanthan Gum, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate *Certified Organic Stream 2 Sea Body Lotion
£11.95
Only a few left! Nourishing, biodegradable body lotion with a replenishing antioxidant blend of Green Tea, Tulsi, Wakame and Olive Leaf.
Ingredients: Aqueous Extracts of Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed)* and Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf*, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Jojoba Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit, Olive Squalene, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sorbitan Olivate, Undaria Pinnatifida (Wakame Seaweed) Bioferment, Lactobacillus/Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Ferment, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Fragrance (Naturally Derived), Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid * Certified Organic What’s in our products that stop them being vegan?Beeswax. Our Shade sunscreen, badger sunscreen and cherry lip balm all contain beeswax. The beeswax in these products is organic and sustainably sourced. Badger make sure that the foraging areas of all the bees they use cover only organic land. Problems with beeswax are largely about scale, treatment of queen bees (clipping their wings or artificially inseminating them), and using poor quality honey alternatives for the bees to feast on during winter. ‘Sustainable beeswax’ is another one of those terms that aren’t really regulated, all of the brands that we stock hold the environment and sustainable practices at the heart of their organisations and we trust that they are responsibly sourcing sustainable ingredients. Keratin. Stream 2 Sea Hair products contain Keratin derived from sustainably sourced sheep’s wool. Keratin is a natural protein found in hair and nails and is included in products to help restore and strengthen hair. The sheep’s wool is sustainably sourced and sheep are not harmed to make this product. Keratin (the protein found in hair and nails) and Lanolin (natural sheep’s wool oil) are both natural products derived from sheep wool which are used widely in the cosmetics industry. All of the products that we stock are made cruelty-free. Final commentsWe would like to make it clear that Stream 2 Sea underwent one-off testing on coral larvae and reef fish during the formula development stage as this is the only way to guarantee that a product is reef safe and there are currently no alternative lab tests - even some natural ingredients like lavender or tea tree can be toxic to marine life. This testing is NOT ongoing and all of their products are produced cruelty-free. You can read more about the testing process, the difficult decision to do it and why it was so important here: https://stream2sea.com/keeping-it-real/keeping-it-real-testing-on-fish-and-coral PLEASE NOTE: The facts in this post are cited via the vegan society website, we have not read the full articles. If there is any information, definitions or comments that you disagree with or you would like to share more information with us, please email @ [email protected]
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