Everything you want to know
about Shalberg.
From our products to your skincare routine — we've got you covered.
☀️ SUNSCREEN & UV PROTECTION
SPF primarily indicates the level of protection a sunscreen provides against UVB-induced sunburn under standardized testing conditions. It should not be interpreted as the amount of time you can safely stay in the sun.
Broad-spectrum sunscreen is designed to provide protection against both UVA and UVB radiation.
UVA penetrates deeper into the skin and is strongly associated with photoaging and pigmentation. UVB is the primary cause of sunburn and also contributes to skin damage. Both matter.
Because UV exposure isn't only about sunburn. UVA contributes to long-term photoaging and can contribute to pigmentation.
Yes. UV radiation can still reach your skin on cloudy days.
Yes. UV exposure doesn't disappear during winter. Daily sunscreen remains useful whenever you are exposed to daylight/UV.
It depends on your environment and exposure. If you're spending significant time near windows or moving outdoors during the day, sunscreen can be beneficial.
Reapplication depends on your exposure and activity. Reapply after significant sweating, swimming or towel drying, and during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Use enough to create an even layer over all exposed areas. For the face and neck, the two-finger guideline is a convenient practical reference.
🧴 ABOUT SHALBERG SUNSCREEN
It is designed with daily wear and Indian skin/environmental conditions in mind, particularly for people looking for comfortable UV protection alongside skincare benefits.
The formulation is designed for comfortable daily use, including oily and combination skin. Individual skin responses can differ.
Absolutely. Sunscreen is an important part of a skincare routine even for acne-prone skin.
Sunscreen itself isn't automatically acne-causing. However, individual ingredients and formulations can behave differently on different skin types. If your skin is acne-prone, choose a formulation that feels comfortable and suits your skin.
Yes. Sunscreen is intended to be part of a daily daytime skincare routine.
Yes. Sunscreen isn't gender-specific. Skin type, concerns and personal preferences matter more than gender.
💧 HYDRATION & SKIN COMFORT
UV protection and skin hydration aren't mutually exclusive. Ingredients such as Sodium Hyaluronate and Panthenol help support skin hydration and comfort.
Yes. Oily skin can still become dehydrated. Oiliness and hydration are different things.
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) helps support hydration and skin comfort, making it a useful complement to a daily sunscreen.
Sodium Hyaluronate helps attract and retain water, supporting a hydrated skin feel.
Allantoin is a skin-conditioning ingredient commonly used to help support skin comfort.
🌿 INGREDIENTS
Because different filters have different absorption characteristics. Combining them allows the formulation to build its intended overall UV protection profile.
Tinosorb S, also known as Bemotrizinol, is a broad-spectrum organic UV filter that absorbs UVA and UVB radiation and is highly photostable.
Avobenzone is a UVA filter that helps provide protection against UVA radiation.
They are mineral UV filters that contribute to the overall UV protection system.
Centella Asiatica (Cica) is a botanical ingredient commonly used for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties.
Tea Tree Leaf Extract is a botanical ingredient commonly used in skincare formulations for skin-conditioning and antioxidant support.
If your final formula and INCI do not contain benzophenone/oxybenzone, this can be communicated clearly—but we recommend displaying the exact "Benzophenone-free" claim only after confirming it against your final regulatory/INCI documentation.
🧪 FORMULATION & SAFETY
Because sunscreen is typically a water-containing cosmetic formulation. A suitable preservation system helps protect the product against microbial contamination during its intended use.
Ingredients are selected and used according to applicable cosmetic requirements and the intended formulation. Safety depends on the ingredient, concentration, complete formulation and proper manufacturing/testing—not simply whether an ingredient has a familiar or unfamiliar name.
INCI names are standardized names used to identify cosmetic ingredients. A scientific-sounding name doesn't automatically mean an ingredient is harmful.
Not necessarily. Natural and synthetic ingredients can both have useful roles in skincare. What matters is the ingredient's safety, suitability, concentration, quality and role in the finished formulation.
🧴 HOW TO USE
As the final step of your morning skincare routine, before sun exposure.
Generally: Cleanser → Treatment/Serum → Moisturizer → Sunscreen. If your skin doesn't require a separate moisturizer, sunscreen can be the final skincare step.
Apply according to the product's directions and allow it to form an even film before significant sun exposure.
Yes. Allow the sunscreen to settle before applying makeup.
You won't receive the level of protection indicated by the product's standardized testing. More is better than applying too little.
Yes. Cleanse your skin as part of your normal evening routine.