Hydrating Sun Balm
Face & Lip Protector
Powerful and invisible SPF50 protection for face and lips. Infused with Snow Mushroom, Sea Buckthorn, Ceramide NP, and Vitamin E. This luxe balm delivers deep hydration and high performance defense in every season.
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Description
Seals in moisture while shielding from UVA/UVB, wind, and harsh conditions. Utu's Hydrating Sun Balm delivers clean, mineral SPF in a featherlight tin that fits anywhere, so you're always ready to reapply, wherever the day takes you.
- Ceramide NP: Strengthens the skin barrier for smooth, supple skin.
- Snow Mushroom: Delivers intense hydration and reduces hyperpigmentation.
- Sea Buckthorn: Rich in Vitamins C, E and K for moisture retention and collagen support.
- Astathaxin: Reduces fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and enhances skin elasticity.
- Vitamin E: Soothes, hydrates and calms inflammation.
- Non-nano Zinc Oxid 23%: Provides clean, no white cast SPF50 protection.
- Vegan
- Gluten, Cruelty and Plastic Free
- Made in the USA
- Size: 0.7oz/20g
Benefits
+ No White Cast
+ No Eye Burn
+ Sweat Resistant to 40 minutes
+ Reef Safe
+ No Chemical SPF
Ingredients
Active Ingredient:
Zinc Oxide (non-nano): 25.0%
Inactive Ingredients:
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond Oil), Vegetable Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Simmondsia Chinese (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Polyglyceryl-4 Olivate/ Polyricinoleate,, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Butter, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Water, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Bisabolol, Haematococcus Pluvialis Algae Extract.
Free from oxybenzone and octinoxate as per Hawaii Act 104
How to Use
- Apply liberally and evenly on face, lips and hands 15 minutes before sun exposure.
- Reapply at least every 2 hours.
Sustainability
Utu’s sustainability commitments for a plastic free future
Planet Positive
Every Utu product is developed with the planet in mind. We always strive for 100% recyclable packaging, zero plastic and refillable product options. More than sustainable, we are committed to actively rejuvenating the Earth through responsible sourcing and when possible refillable product options.
Learn more about our commitment here.

*Free from oxybenzone and octinoxate as per Hawaii Act 104
Let customers speak for us
Elevated Protection, Inspired by Nature
Outdoor Skincare®
At Utu, we believe suncare is the foundation of every advanced skincare ritual. Daily exposure to sun, wind, altitude, and pollution accelerates skin aging and damage - which is why our formulas deliver uncompromising broad-spectrum protection at SPF 30–50
Crafted with the highest standards of quality, integrity, and safety, our sunscreens unite dermatological science with nourishing botanicals. The result: efficacious outdoor skincare that shields, strengthens, and restores skin every day.
Hydrated, Glowing Skin
Utu goes beyond protection to deliver the healthy, luminous look of skin at its best. Our advanced formulations are enriched with humectants, lipids, anti-inflammatories, and antioxidants that deeply hydrate, calm, and defend against free radicals - keeping skin smooth, supple, and resilient.
The result is a natural glow that feels as good on a mountain trail as it looks at a city café. Whether you’re in motion or simply outdoors, Utu leaves your skin nourished, radiant, and alive.
Conscious By Design
Protecting your skin should never come at the expense of your health or the planet. Utu is formulated with non-nano zinc oxide - the gold standard in mineral sun protection - delivering safe, effective, reef-friendly defense. Every ingredient is chosen with integrity: advanced, cruelty-free, and free from unnecessary additives. Our commitment extends beyond what’s inside the bottle. Packaged in endlessly recyclable aluminum and FSC-certified materials, Utu is built to minimize waste and maximize impact - for skin, for the outdoors, for the future.
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Hero Ingredient
Non-Nano Zinz Oxide
Ever heard of non-nano zinc oxide? A true mineral sunscreen, non-nano zinc oxide is recognized by dermatologists as the most effective broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection. And that’s not all…Antimicrobial and non-comedogenic, it can help reduce redness, and help your skin regain its balance.
Non-nano means the particles are too large to absorb into your skin, instead providing a physical barrier between your cells and the sun’s rays. Talk about performance suncare.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is well known as one of the most effective humectants, it helps retain moisture and keep the skin hydrated, plump, and supple. Additionally, it can help restore the skin's natural barrier function, which shields it from external aggressors. With daily use, hyaluronic acid can rejuvenate the skin's texture, leaving it looking radiant and glowing.
Squalane
Squalane is a non-comedogenic and lightweight oil that effectively hydrates and nourishes the skin. Its properties contribute to enhancing skin elasticity and brightening the complexion. Additionally, it contains anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits, which help soothe skin irritation and prevent breakouts.
Sea Buckthorn
Sea buckthorn is rich with antioxidants that help promote skin hydration, soothe irritated skin, and reduce redness. Its omega fatty acids nourish and protect the skin, helping to maintain a healthy and vibrant appearance. Moreover, sea buckthorn can also brighten the skin, even out skin tone, and improve its radiance.
Sesame Seed Oil
Sesame seed oil is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, has anti-inflammatory properties, can help protect the skin from harmful UV rays, and nourish it due to its high content of fatty acids.
Vitamin C& E
Vitamin C helps brighten the skin and improve its overall radiance by reducing the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. It also can boost collagen production, which helps keep the skin firm and radiant, while also providing protection against environmental stressors such as UV rays.
Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that can help protect the skin against damage from free radicals. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Together, Vitamins C and E can work synergistically to provide even greater benefits for the skin, including protecting against sun damage, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and promoting a brighter, more glowing complexion.
Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant that can help protect against sun damage, improve skin hydration, even out skin tone, and soothe and calm irritated skin. helping to keep the skin looking radiant, and healthy.
What Do We Mean By Clean
We know “clean” is tossed around a lot in the skincare world, so we’re telling you exactly what it means to Utu.
Our products contain ZERO:
Chemical SPFs, Parabens, PEGS, Mineral Oils, Phthalates, Petrolatum, Phosphate, Sulphates, Synthetic fragrances, or Formaldehyde.
Planet Positive
Every Utu product is developed with the planet in mind. We always strive for 100% recyclable packaging, zero plastic and refillable product options. More than sustainable, we are committed to actively rejuvenating the Earth through responsible sourcing and when possible refillable product options.