New Look for An All-South African Legend! #IslandTribe #SunscreenLotions

Hi Friends, 

In 1992, a legendary sun protection brand was born in Durban, South Africa. In just a short space of time, Island Tribe became the water-resistant sunscreen of choice for surfers and other extreme sports adventurers. Today, Island Tribe has expanded to include a wide range of products and is distributed to more than 25 countries across the globe.

After Adcock Ingram Consumer Division acquired the brand in 2017, it was determined that this proudly South African product had far broader appeal than only to surfers and extreme adventurers, and so it came about that Island Tribe was rejuvenated and relaunched to appeal to a broader audience.

“We all live under the same sun, and we all deserve sun protection from today’s severe UV exposure,” Garth Maart, Brand Manager: Personal Care, Adcock Ingram, explains. “With South Africa having the second-highest incidence of Skin Cancer in the world[i], it makes perfect sense to offer Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) endorsed, dermatologist tested, broad-spectrum sun protection for the whole family. Island Tribe ticks all the boxes, and is available through leading pharmacies and retail outlets countrywide.”

Island Tribe's vibrant new look is sure to be met with great enthusiasm from consumers, as they embrace the broad cross-section of products. In addition to the Light Lotions and Sprays, the After Sun Cooling Gel, the Lip Balm and the Clear Gel Sun Sticks, October will see the launch of two new Island Tribe products. Kids SPF50 Light Lotion 200ml and Kids SPF50 Light Lotion Trigger Spray 300ml will join the tribe. An extensive marketing campaign to support the brand revitalization and newly launched products have been planned and includes print media, digital media, and public relations.

“Island Tribe is an intensely researched brand, designed with a variety of users in mind, including outdoor enthusiasts, young and old alike,” Maart continues. “The Daily Use sun protection products have grown in popularity, with consumers becoming more aware of the necessity to protect their skins daily, at work, school or play.”

Island Tribe’s new slogan emphasizes the fact that we’re all members of a Rainbow Nation. We might come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, but underneath it all, we’re all part of the same human tribe. And each of us needs protection from the harsh African sun. This is our point of unity: One Nation. One Sun.

South Africans, young and old, sporty or not, are invited to join the tribe: Island Tribe; to experience sun protection for the everyday adventurer. Available from pharmacies and retail outlets across South Africa. Visit www.islandtribe.co.za for more information and join the conversations on Facebook and Instagram.

Reference: 1. Be SunSmart Everywhere. CANSA. [cited 2019 Jul 18]; Available from https://www.cansa.org.za/be-sunsmart/

The Island Tribe brand was launched in 1992 with the aim of providing water-resistant sun protection to surfers and other water sport enthusiasts. The range consisted of one product only, the Island Tribe Clear Gel, which to this day has proven successful. The brand is now distributed in 25 countries worldwide. Island Tribe is an intensely researched sun protection brand that specializes in sport and lifestyle sunscreens. Island Tribe formulas are designed with a variety of users in mind, such as outdoor enthusiasts, young and old alike. Island Tribe sunscreens are designed to give the user maximum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, more than this, the specific formula will stay on your skin for the duration of your activity.

Island Tribe is recognized by the CANSA Organisation as a prevention against skin cancer.

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Come #Rain or #Shine, It’s Always #IslandTribe Sunscreen Time!

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Weather can be deceiving, but sunny or chilly, rainy or overcast, the sun is always sending harmful Ultra Violet (UV) rays to the earth. There are two types of UV rays: the UVB rays are responsible for the redness of the skin, burning, skin damage, skin spots and ultimately skin cancer. UVA rays can damage cell structure and cause ageing, and increase the risk of cancer specifically malignant melanoma (a serious form of skin cancer).

At least 80% of sun-induced skin damage occurs before the age of 18 and only manifests later in life. It is therefore particularly important that children’s skins are protected with sunscreen throughout the year.

While people with a fair skin tone (blonde/red hair; light skin; freckles; green/blue eyes) are more at risk for sunburn and skin damage, people of all ethnic groups are at risk of getting skin cancer. Quality sunscreens are a must for all South Africans, young and old, all year round.

In the interest of ensuring that your family uses effective sunscreen offering adequate protection, opt for sunscreen endorsed by The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA). Look for the CANSA Seal of Recognition (CSOR) on your sun protection products. This seal ensures that the brand has complied with strict criteria developed by CANSA in the interest of a SunSmart South Africa.

It is best to use a sunscreen that has a sun protection factor of a minimum of 20 and not higher than 50, and broad-spectrum protection against harmful UVA & UVB rays, preventing premature ageing and lowering your risk of skin cancer.

Island Tribe sunscreens are designed to give the user effective protection against both UVA and UVB rays. With a range of products to choose from, users are sure to find the Island Tribe product that’s right for them … one that has been tested by dermatologists, and bears the CANSA seal of recognition.

Visit www.islandtribe.co.za for more information and join the conversations on Facebook and Instagram.

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