Walmart’s “Reef Friendly” Sunscreen Is A Toxic Lie THE INVESTIGATION: IN BRIEF The Lie: Walmart sells Equate brand sunscreen prominently labeled “Reef Friendly,” targeting environmentally conscious consumers. The Truth: The product contains at least four active chemical ingredients—Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, and Octocrylene—that multiple scientific studies and environmental groups have confirmed are harmful to coral reefs. … Continue reading Walmart’s “Reef Friendly” Sunscreen Is Anything But