If this looks like the Pre-Sun, that's because this is our updated version. The name "Pre-Sun" was never very good, and when I finally came up with an alternative, one that was more encompassing of the many ways that methylene blue is protective, I took the time to re-evaluate all the ingredients we had in there.

Ultimately I decided that we had over-formulated it. I preach a message of simplicity, of supporting our body while it does the majority of the work. And so I decided to remove the isolated vitamins C and E, leaving methylene blue as the only "special" ingredient. 

**This is not sunscreen**

Combining Methylene Blue and Beef Tallow

• Enhanced Photoprotection: Applying methylene blue (MB) topically can enhance the skin's photoprotective mechanisms. MB acts as a photosensitizer, absorbing light and converting it into singlet oxygen in controlled bursts. This process helps protect mitochondria from excessive ROS and supports cellular energy production. When combined with beef tallow, which provides a nourishing and protective lipid layer, the efficacy of MB is enhanced. Beef tallow helps in better absorption and retention of MB on the skin, providing a synergistic effect.

• Protection from Artificial Blue Light: In modern environments, artificial blue light from screens and LED lighting can disrupt circadian rhythms and increase oxidative stress. MB can mitigate these effects by scavenging ROS generated by blue light exposure. The combination with beef tallow, which itself can help filter some blue light, offers a robust defense mechanism, maintaining skin health and preventing premature aging.

• Organic unrefined cold-pressed jojoba seed oil
• Grassfed and grassfinished suet tallow (learn more)
• Filtered yellow Alberta beeswax
• MB (USP grade)– a tincture with alcohol and purified water (learn more)
• Vanilla oleoresin

Shake and pump onto freshly exfoliated skin and blend before heading into the sun or using your red-light therapy device to enhance metabolic benefits and protect against oxidation. Can also be applied after a day outside to minimize damage and encourage skin cell recovery.

Quantum Blue is not meant to replace sunscreen. It's meant to change the way you interact with the sun.

Instead of a blocking the benefits of the sun — it's a tool to help optimize your time in the sun.

Forget the false sense of security you get with sunscreen. Let your body be the gauge.

How to practice mindful sun exposure without sunscreen:

• nourish skin with antioxidant-rich saturated fats
• limit PUFAs in your food and skincare
• consume whole foods high in antioxidants
• build tolerance with morning and evening light
• prioritize shade breaks in midday sun

To learn more about the forgotten benefits of the sun, check out our blog post here.