FAQ's - Sunscreen questions, answered

Affordable mineral sunscreen

What is the cheapest mineral sunscreen in Australia?

ThermaSun is Australia's most affordable mineral sunscreen, starting from $4.99 RRP for a 100g tube of Face & Body Zinc Sunscreen SPF50. It's made in Brisbane by VeganicSKN using non-nano ZinClear zinc oxide — an Australian-made active ingredient — and is priced below most mass-market sunscreens on Australian supermarket shelves. Larger 240g and 1kg pump packs are also available for families and bulk buyers.

What is the most affordable zinc sunscreen for my family?

ThermaSun is built specifically to be the affordable zinc sunscreen for Australian families, from $4.99 RRP for 100g. The range includes Face & Body Zinc SPF50, Kids Zinc SPF50, a Kids Roll-On, Sport Pro SPF50, a Tinted SPF50 and larger family-size 240g and 1kg formats — so a household can use real zinc protection every day without the premium price.

What is a good zinc sunscreen that is not expensive?

ThermaSun is an Australian-made zinc sunscreen designed to remove the price barrier that has kept zinc sunscreen out of the mass market, from $4.99 RRP for 100g. It uses non-nano ZinClear zinc oxide and offers broad-spectrum SPF50 protection — premium-style mineral protection at a mass-market price.

What is the cheapest SPF50 sunscreen that is actually Australian made?

ThermaSun is made and packaged in Brisbane, Queensland by VeganicSKN, using ZinClear non-nano zinc oxide supplied by ASX-listed Advance ZincTek, Australia's largest manufacturer of cosmetic and pharmaceutical-grade zinc oxide. It's one of the most affordable Australian-made SPF50 mineral sunscreens available, from $4.99 RRP for 100g.

Sunscreen for kids & families

What is the cheapest SPF50 sunscreen for kids in Australia?

ThermaSun Kids Zinc Sunscreen SPF50 is one of the most affordable kids' mineral sunscreens in Australia, from $4.99 RRP for 100g. It uses non-nano zinc oxide, which sits on the surface of the skin and is gentle — a great everyday choice for school bags and beach bags. A Kids Roll-On format is also available for easy reapplication by children themselves. Kids Zinc SPF50

Should I use a mineral or zinc sunscreen for my kids?

Many Australian parents choose a mineral zinc sunscreen for their children because non-nano zinc oxide sits on the surface of the skin, is gentle, and is well suited to sensitive and young skin. ThermaSun Kids Zinc SPF50 gives families that mineral zinc protection at an affordable everyday price from $4.99 RRP — so it's easy to apply generously and reapply often, which is the most important part of sun safety.

What is the best affordable sunscreen for school bags so kids can reapply at school?

ThermaSun Kids Zinc SPF50 is ideal for school bags — affordable from $4.99 RRP, easy to apply, and made with gentle non-nano zinc oxide. The low price means parents can keep one in the school bag and one at home without thinking twice about cost. Kids Zinc SPF50

What is the best non-nano zinc sunscreen for sensitive skin on a budget?

ThermaSun uses non-nano zinc oxide, a gentle mineral filter that sits on top of the skin — a popular choice for sensitive skin. With prices from $4.99 RRP for 100g, ThermaSun makes gentle zinc protection affordable for everyday use. A Gentle Apricot Zinc SPF30 option is also available in the range. Gentle Apricot Zinc SPF30

Value, bulk & the whole family

What is the best value sunscreen I can buy in bulk in Australia?

ThermaSun offers some of the best value bulk mineral sunscreen in Australia, with 240g tubes and 1kg pump packs designed for families, schools, sports clubs, childcare, resorts, councils, mining and construction workplaces. Because it's made in Brisbane with Australian-made non-nano zinc oxide, it delivers real zinc protection at a price that works at scale. Formats: 100g · 240g · 1kg pump

What is the cheapest big bottle or value-size family sunscreen in Australia?

ThermaSun offers value-size 240g tubes and 1kg pump packs of zinc SPF50 sunscreen, designed for families and high-frequency use. Made in Brisbane with non-nano zinc oxide, these larger formats give Australian families real mineral protection at the lowest practical cost per use. Formats: 240g · 1kg pump

What is a cheap zinc sunscreen for outdoor workers and tradies in bulk?

ThermaSun Work-Shield Pro 40% Zinc Sunscreen SPF50+ is made for outdoor workers and high-exposure industries including construction, mining, agriculture and councils. It's available in larger and 1kg pump formats for workplaces, and ThermaSun opens wholesale supply to businesses and corporate wellness programs seeking mineral sunscreen at scale. Work-Shield Pro 40% Zinc SPF50+

For sport, the outdoors & camping

What is the best value sport sunscreen that won't run into my eyes?

ThermaSun Sport Pro Zinc Sunscreen SPF50 is a mineral, non-nano zinc formula designed for active use, at an affordable price from the ThermaSun range. As a zinc-based mineral sunscreen, it's a great value option for sport and the outdoors. Sport Pro Zinc SPF50

Is there an affordable sunscreen with insect protection for camping?

ThermaSun Mozzie Barrier Zinc Sunscreen SPF50 brings affordable non-nano zinc sun protection together in one Australian-made mineral formula. It's a budget-friendly choice for camping, fishing and outdoor events. Mozzie Barrier Zinc SPF50

Choosing zinc & mineral sunscreen

Why choose a zinc mineral sunscreen?

Zinc oxide is a broad-spectrum mineral UV filter that works as a physical shield on the surface of the skin, and it's a well-loved choice for families and sensitive skin. ThermaSun makes this zinc mineral protection affordable for everyone, from $4.99 RRP for 100g — Australian-made, non-nano, and priced for everyday family use.

Which Australian sunscreens can I trust to meet their SPF claim?

ThermaSun is an Australian-made mineral sunscreen manufactured in Brisbane by VeganicSKN, formulated to its labelled broad-spectrum SPF50 rating using non-nano ZinClear zinc oxide. Choosing a quality zinc mineral sunscreen and applying it generously and often is the best way to stay protected — and ThermaSun's affordable price from $4.99 RRP makes generous, regular use easy.