If your ideal sunscreen is simple, reef-safe, and built for real sun time, Kauai Hemp Company’s CBD-infused Sun Paste deserves a spot in your beach bag. It’s a thick, mineral paste anchored by zinc oxide and a short, recognizable ingredient list—plus 200 mg of Kaua‘i-grown CBD per 2-oz jar.
What it is
This is a mineral sunscreen rated SPF 25 and formulated as a paste rather than a lotion. The brand positions it as reef-safe and water-resistant, intended for surfers, hikers, and anyone logging long, sunny sessions. Retailers list a 2-oz jar with 200 mg CBD, and product copy emphasizes ocean-friendly formulation.
Ingredients & build
Kauai Hemp keeps the formula minimal: non-nano zinc oxide (the UV filter) with extra virgin coconut oil and beeswax as the base; the tinted variant adds cocoa powder for color. While the untinted version is the focus here, the tinted product page is helpful for seeing the core philosophy and overlap in base ingredients. The company has publicly posted the “essentials-only” approach—25% zinc oxide, coconut oil, beeswax, and CBD distillate—which lines up with what you feel in the jar: dense, occlusive, and deliberately simple.
Application & wear
As a paste, it sets up like a physical barrier. Expect a thicker spread than a fluid SPF and a finish that favors function over invisibility. On fair to medium tones, you’ll see a soft cast with the untinted version (typical of high-load zinc); the tinted option exists for exactly that reason. Once warmed between fingers and pressed onto high-exposure zones—cheeks, nose, and shoulders—it adheres well and stays put through salt spray and sweat, which is consistent with the brand’s “surf paste” positioning.
CBD angle
You’re getting 200 mg of CBD in the 2-oz jar, derived from Kaua’i-grown hemp. CBD isn’t an FDA-approved sunscreen active, so consider it a comfort add-on rather than the UV-protection engine. Still, if you like your SPF to double as a soothing occlusive layer for high-exposure days, the CBD-plus-beeswax-plus-coconut-oil combo supports that feel. (The UV defense still comes from zinc.)
Reef-safe claims
Kauai Hemp repeatedly stresses reef-safe mineral protection, avoiding the chemical UV filters that have drawn environmental scrutiny in Hawaii. Their sun-care materials highlight the zinc-based formula’s reef-conscious design. As always, “reef-safe” isn’t a regulated term—but a zinc-only approach aligns with what many ocean-minded consumers seek.
Value & price
Pricing varies by retailer and variant. I’ve seen $29.99 for the tinted jar on the brand site and $50 for the CBD Sun Paste at a Hawaii retailer. That’s mid-to-premium for a mineral paste with 200 mg CBD and small-batch provenance. If you burn easily, surf, or live outdoors, the durability per application helps justify the spend.
Who will love it
Outdoor athletes, surfers, and minimal-ingredient purists who prefer reliable, zinc-forward protection and don’t mind a thicker texture. If you want a near-invisible everyday SPF, this won’t be your first choice; consider the tinted variant to reduce cast without compromising the mineral profile.
Bottom line
Kauai Hemp Company’s CBD Infused Sun Paste is a purpose-built, reef-safe mineral sunscreen with a short ingredient list and serious stick-to-skin tenacity. The SPF 25 rating means it’s best for reapplication during long exposure, but the robust paste format, 25% zinc oxide, and 200 mg of island-grown CBD make it a standout for water days and trail days alike. If you prioritize ocean-friendly formulas and don’t mind a paste texture, this is a smart, island-born pick.