DIY Sunscreen Spray To Prevent Sun Tanning This Summer

By Yashika Goel
22 Apr 2025, 14:15 IST

Summers are here, and you need something natural to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays of the sun? Natural sunscreens are a healthier alternative to toxic ones. Tap to read simple ways to make homemade sunscreen spray.

Ingredients

One-fourth cup of coconut oil, one-fourth cup of aloe vera gel, 10-15 drops of tea tree essential oil, one tablespoon of the zinc oxide powder, and one-fourth cup of the witch hazel or water.

Combine ingredients

Take a bowl and add coconut oil, aloe vera gel and witch hazel. Stir them well until smooth and creamy.

Add zinc oxide

Now, add zinc oxide powder to this mixture. Stir this mixture well until there are no lumps. This helps prevent sun tanning.

Add essential oil

Now, add a few drops of tea tree essential oil to the mixture. Tea tree oil is rich in antioxidants, which helps prevent skin inflammation.

Store and apply

Store the mixture into a spray bottle. Reapply the sunscreen every two hours after swimming or sweating.

Information credits

This is generic information. However, it is always advisable to do a proper patch test before applying anything to your skin directly.