(vegan BUT) Methyl paraben is used as a preservative and antifungal agent in a variety of consumer products including sunscreens. The sale and use of methyl paraben in sunscreen and skincare products has been restricted or banned in some areas in the interest of protecting marine life and coral reefs.
If you’re interested in finding a sunscreen that does not use methyl paraben, check out our list of cruelty-free, vegan reef-safe sunscreens.