Reef-safe sunscreens are experiencing robust growth. According to Data Insights (DI) Market, they were valued at $2 billion in 2025 and are expected to expand at a CAGR of 8% from 2025 to 2033 to reach $4 billion. The source adds this growth is fueled by several key factors: the rising popularity of eco-conscious and sustainable products, stricter regulations on oxybenzone and octinoxate, and a surge in ecotourism and water sports activities. Vacation's Super Stick SPF 45 provides a Hawaii Act 104-compliant example.
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Reef-safe sunscreens are experiencing robust growth. According to Data Insights (DI) Market, they were valued at $2 billion in 2025 and are expected to expand at a CAGR of 8% from 2025 to 2033 to reach $4 billion. The source adds this growth is fueled by several key factors: the rising popularity of eco-conscious and sustainable products, stricter regulations on oxybenzone and octinoxate, and a surge in ecotourism and water sports activities. Vacation's Super Stick SPF 45 provides a Hawaii Act 104-compliant example.
Vacation Super Stick SPF 45
Vacation Super Stick SPF 45 is a sunscreen in stick form, intended for daily or leisure use. It is touted as compliant with Hawaii's Act 104, which states that sunscreens cannot contain oxybenzone or octinoxate, as these materials allegedly damage coral reefs and marine life.
The product's teardrop shape is designed for precision application to the face. The formula features the company's WaterGlide technology to provide a cooling application that is non-waxy and tug-free. It reportedly goes on smooth and clear, leaving a satin finish.
Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid act as humectants to help retain moisture and improve skin appearance, while white tea, vitamin E and algae provide an antioxidant cocktail to protect skin, per the company.
In addition, ceramides impart skin-smoothing and moisturizing properties to support skin barrier function. And banana, coconut and aloe vera are added for nourishment and hydration to combat the drying effects of sun exposure.
According to the company, it can be used under makeup or alone. Additional features include:
- Broad spectrum SPF 45 protection,
- Vacation’s award-winning scent,
- Contains no PEG or parabens,
- Is cruelty-free and vegan,
- Dermatologist tested,
- Travel-friendly packaging made with recycled materials,
- Transparent on all skin tones,
- Fast, mess-free application and
- Convenient size.
Ingredients: Vacation Super Stick SPF 45
Active ingredients: Avobenzone (2.9%), Homosalate (6.9%), Octisalate (4.9%), Octocrylene (8.6%)
Inactive ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Calcium Sodium Phosphosilicate, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NP, Cetyl Esters, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Lauroyl Lysine, Methylheptylglycerin, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate, Polyurethane-35, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Saccharomyces Ferment, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tapioca Starch, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Tridecane, Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Undecane, Water.
Ingredients are listed as they appeared on the company website on July 18, 2025.
User Reviews: Vacation Super Stick SPF 45
Following are example user reviews (edited for style), selected for their anecdotal insights on product form and function.
- Definitely sensitive skin friendly. Didn’t make me break out, smells amazing, and no burning at all.
- Perfectly shaped for getting all the areas on your face, including around my nose, which always burns. It makes reapplication so easy and even though it’s small, should last at least month even using it daily for reapplication. Not greasy, doesn’t burn, works perfectly and best of all, doesn’t make me break out.
- Glides easily on my skin and is not sticky. Has a subtle scent that’s not overpowering.
- It doesn’t feel like you are wearing sunscreen, and I love the shape of the stick. It really glides in every face crevice and feels like nice moisturizer; not greasy either.
