Sustainability

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Harken Derm, sustainability isn’t a side project. It’s central to how we protect what matters — our skin, our oceans, and the planet we all share.

Founded by a dermatologist and shaped by a love for the sea, Harken Derm is grounded in science, ethics, and environmental responsibility. We don’t just formulate for performance. We formulate with a conscience.

Protecting Skin & Sea

Reef-Safe Formulas: Every sunscreen is free from reef-harming ingredients like oxybenzone, octinoxate, and avobenzone. Our mineral UV filters are ocean-safe and effective.
Biodegradable Wipes: Our Fresh Face Wipes are made from sustainably sourced bamboo and fully biodegradable — designed to protect your skin, not pollute the sea.
Marine-Safe Innovation: We use cutting-edge skin science rooted in respect for ecosystems, formulating products that leave no toxic trail behind.

Packaging with Purpose

Recycled Materials: Our buffs are made from post-consumer recycled water bottles — giving ocean plastic a second life.
Minimalist, Recyclable Packaging: We eliminate excess packaging and design every component to be recyclable wherever possible.
No Wasteful Add-Ons: No unnecessary cartons, no gimmicky inserts. Just what you need — nothing more.

Ethical at Every Level

Cruelty-Free Always: We never test on animals, and we never will.
Responsible Sourcing: Our ingredients and suppliers are vetted for sustainability and human rights practices.
Nonprofit Commitment: A portion of proceeds supports ocean and coral conservation through our nonprofit arm.

Save Our Sailors. Save Our Skin. Save Our Seas.

This isn’t just our tagline. It’s our operating principle. We’re here to protect athletes from skin cancer — and protect the ecosystems that inspire everything we do. Sustainability isn’t just about the planet. It’s about people, performance, and legacy.