Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world , and the risks are even greater for people who work outdoors. In fact, “two in three Australians will develop skin cancer before the age of 70,”  and “99% of skin cancers are caused by ultraviolet radiation (UVR)”  — damage that often begins early and builds over time. If your team works outside — even part of the day — sun exposure becomes a serious workplace hazard. Outdoor workers may receive “5–10 times more UVR

EcoZinc is proud to support Queensland Rail and the thousands of workers who help keep our state moving every day. Rail staff spend long hours outdoors maintaining tracks, managing stations, and ensuring safe transport across Queensland — and reliable sun protection is a critical part of their safety gear. Our zinc-only SPF50 sunscreen is made locally in Rocklea and built for the harsh Australian sun, offering clean, broad-spectrum protection with no chemical UV filters.

Every time we swim, surf, or rinse off after a day at the beach, the sunscreen we use has an impact far beyond our skin. Research shows that many common chemical UV filters — especially oxybenzone, octinoxate, and octocrylene — can harm coral reefs even at tiny concentrations. They disrupt coral DNA, damage larvae, and accelerate bleaching. At EcoZinc, we believe sun protection shouldn’t come at the ocean’s expense. That’s why our SPF50 uses only non-nano zinc oxide.

When you work outdoors, sun protection isn't a luxury—it's an essential piece of your daily gear. But in a world of complex ingredient lists and conflicting information, how do you know what’s truly safe to put on your skin day after day? You need a straightforward answer, not marketing hype. That's why we're cutting through the noise and looking directly at the findings from the world’s top regulators, including the U.S. FDA, to answer one simple question: is zinc oxide safe