Hi Kelly,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on ÜberZinc. ÜberZinc SPF15 is considered a cosmetic broad-spectrum
sunscreen by Australian regulators, it is first and foremost a skin-nourishing, hydrating moisturiser whilst offering solar protection as an added benefit.
Currently, ÜberZinc has not yet received TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) certification above SPF15 due to regulatory requirements. To claim a higher SPF rating in Australia, products must be manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which Synergie Skin does not currently outsource to. To maintain consistent quality control over the production of our formulas, Synergie Skin products are produced in our laboratory in Melbourne, which is an ISO 22716:2007 certified facility for manufacturing quality personal care products.
We are not permitted to claim that ÜberZinc (containing 21% zinc oxide, measuring at 214.5 mg/g) and ÜberZinc Body (containing 25% zinc oxide, measuring at 250.0 mg/g) hold any higher SPF than 15. We are currently working in compliance with the TGA to gain their certification in the near future.
For enhanced sun protection, we recommend layering with MineralWhip, EnviroVeil, or Second Skin Crush. These products contain a blend of zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and iron oxides, providing broad-spectrum UV protection as well as protection against HEV (high-energy visible) light. Layering these options with ÜberZinc will help achieve optimal solar defense while keeping your skin nourished.
Let us know if you have more questions, we're happy to help!
Warm regards,
Synergie Skin Customer Experience Team.
“Calming and smoothing, this is a really unusual moisturiser. Brilliant for days when my skin feels inflamed, it leaves my skin looking smooth enough that I often don't use foundation anymore (other than serious work days and big nights out). Love it.”
