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"The best skin protector for my skin! Ever since tryign this product, i have to have it."
British Summer Time™ SPF 30
Regular price
£39.00
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per
75ml / 2.5 fl.oz
A non-greasy, non-nano Zinc Oxide sunscreen for sensitive skin that protects against UVA + UVB.
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Free delivery when you spend £30* | 90-Day returns
Why You'll Love It
A RAY OF SUNSHINE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
Our original broad spectrum mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin. This reef-friendly vegan formula boasts broad spectrum, blue-light and infra-red protection, to ward off sun damage without the irritation.
Sensitive skin and SPF have not always got along. In fact 50% of Pai customers* have reacted negatively to an SPF. That’s because suncream is designed to stay put to maximise protection – which can lead to blocked pores, sensitivity and irritation. Going without sunscreen isn’t a safe option either. Burning, premature ageing, a higher risk of skin cancer? That’s a hard no from us. Our customers need a daily SPF they can trust, and that even the most sensitive skin can tolerate.
Our organic sun cream is powered by natural Zinc Oxide – which offers broad spectrum protection without leaving a white cast. Cotton Extract helps skin recover from the damage caused by UVB, UVA, infra-red and visible radiation.
*Survey of 471 UK female respondents.
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Key Ingredients
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Zinc
Acting as a physical shield, this all-natural mineral filter protects against UVA and UVB light. We use non-nano Zinc Oxide in our sunscreen which means the particles aren't small enough to be absorbed or to interfere with ocean life.
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Cotton Extract
Rich in Vitamin E, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, this hardworking active helps protect skin from photo-ageing and damage caused by the sun's harmful rays.
"It can feel like forever for summer to arrive in the UK and that’s how many of our customers felt about a sun lotion for sensitive skin from Pai. The list of ‘musts’ and ‘must-nots’ was extensive, so forgive us for the fact it took seven years to complete. We believe it was worth the wait."
SARAH BROWN
FOUNDER, PAI SKINCARE
Frequently Asked Questions
I have rosacea, will this SPF be suitable?
Is it reef-safe?
I have acne-prone skin, will this SPF be suitable?
Is the SPF water resistant?
Will this leave a white cast on darker skin tones?
Is this suitable during pregnancy?
Should SPF be applied before or after moisturiser?
Can I use this SPF without a moisturiser?
Why is it SPF30 and not SPF50?
What's behind the name "British Summer Time Glow"?
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 550 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
British Summer Time™ SPF 30 is a broad spectrum mineral sunscreen designed for sensitive skin, offering excellent sun protection without irritation. Customers appreciate its non-greasy texture, pleasant smell, and the fact that it does not cause breakouts. While some users experienced no reaction, others reported severe allergic reactions, and there were mixed opinions on the white cast.
Summary topics
- texture (12%): Customers appreciated the great texture of this sunscreen, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
- breakouts (4%): Customers raved about this sunscreen, stating that it doesn't cause breakouts or irritation.
- smell (23%): A significant number of customers appreciated the lovely smell of the product, describing it as divine.
- feels (9%): Customers expressed appreciation for how the product feels on their skin, describing it as great, amazing, and nice.
- reaction (4%): Customers expressed differing viewpoints regarding the reaction this product causes on sensitive skin, with some experiencing no reaction and others experiencing a severe allergic reaction.
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Review highlights
- "However, this Summer Time SPF 30 is amazing , it’s adorable to put on, feels great and protects my skin beautifully." —
- "It has a nice smell, a soft and light texture, and feels great on the skin." —
- "The scent is really light and the texture feels great under makeup (or worn alone)." —
Reviews
Great product
"Excellent product — smells divine. A pleasure to use. Need to reapply. And need to make sure you cleanse properly. I’m spot prone but if I double cleanse I don’t have any issues with it. I also find it’s brilliant at taking down some redness I have in my face — I don’t wear foundation but this does the trick for me."
Great mineral sunscreen!
"I have sensitive but oily acne-prone skin and it has always been challenging for me to find a good sunscreen, especially since I also wanted to avoid chemicals in some sunscreens. After loving other Pai products I'm glad I gave this a try! No white cast (although I am already pale) and my makeup sits well on top! It takes a while to rub in though."
Works but makes me feel dry :(
"No burns but my face feels really dry when I use this sunscreen! I don’t have sensitive skin. I think I am dry-to-combo skin but it’s really seasonal/environmental. I am in South Africa right now and it’s pretty dry here. I think this might be fine in a more humid environment. My partner doesn’t find it drying, but I most likely won’t repurchase. That being said I think it’s a good sunscreen if it works for your skin!"
New glow skin
"My skin was tired, dull, and prone to redness. Now it looks radiant, firmer, smoother, and noticeably more youthful."
Uncertain
"I have tried this sunscreen extensively but I can’t understand why it seems to not protect my skin very well. When I bought it for the first time I went for a beach holiday to Italy and my face quickly developed pigmentation. I gave this product a second chance a year later (bought new one) when going on another sunny holiday place and again got so much dark pigmentation. I love the texture and feel because it is not thick and greasy but the SPF factor doesn’t really do much for me. I’m back to using another organic but greasy sunscreen and no pigmentation! I wish this was giving me the same results."
Great!
"I LOVE Pai products. They make the difference and I feel so grateful. I discovered Pai by chance and I feel so fortunate. Grazie mille!"
Amazing spf for combo skin
"Glad it have found physical spf that is clean and works well on sunny humid days and oily skin. Applies easily and no sticky sensation or heavy effects. Just perfect and no breaks outs caused. great for sensitive skin too."
Wonderful sunscreen
"Great sunscreen for daily wear. Super comfortable, no white streaks or greasiness. I only wish it was available in SPF50."
Would recommend
"Really effective, it also lasts ages as a little bit goes a long way. It gets well absorbed by the skin but takes a bit of massaging in."
Q&A
- Can you tell me how much UVA your sunscreen absorbs? (as in percentage). I use retinol nightly so need to make sure my SPF has high UVA absorbency. Thanks.
- Hi Kirsten! We use the EU display system with a circled UVA symbol. This indicates that the UVA protection is at least a third of the SPF rating to comply with the EU legislation. Pai Customer Experience Team
- Hi, is the zinc oxide coated?
- Hi Anna, We can confirm that the Zinc is uncoated and non-nano. Pai Customer Experience Team
- Hi is this safe for use on a two year old? Thanks.
- Hi Rachel, This product can be used on ages 3 and upwards. Pai Customer Experience Team
- Is it suitable for babies?
- Hi Marie, This product can be used on ages 3 and upwards. Pai Customer Experience Team
- If I use a hydrating serum and then the SPF with the hyaluronic acid glow drops, will this provide enough hydration without needing to wear a moisturiser also?
- Hi Christina, It completely depends on your skin type. If you find the serum provides you with enough hydration, then a moisturiser isn't always neccessary. If your skin tends to be quite dry, we would recommend applying a serum, mixing in the Impossible Glow to a moisturiser, and then applying an SPF. Pai Customer Experience Team