About Us
At Sandy, we are passionate about harnessing the power of nature to protect and nourish your skin from within. Our mission is to encourage people to enjoy the sun, being outside, adventuring, and making memories, without being held back by fear of sun damage. Founded with a commitment to clean, effective wellness, our brand is dedicated to creating formulations that promote radiant, healthy skin while prioritizing purity and sustainability. Proudly formulated and manufactured in New Zealand, a land renowned for its pristine environment and high standards of quality, Sandy embodies the essence of natural innovation. Our flagship supplement is designed to support your skin's resilience against everyday environmental stressors, helping you achieve a glowing complexion that reflects true vitality and empowers you to embrace the outdoors with confidence.
Our Unique Formulation
Sandy's core formula features a synergistic blend of three potent, natural ingredients, each carefully selected for their proven benefits in skin health and protection. Backed by scientific research, these components work together to defend against oxidative stress, enhance skin barrier function, and promote a youthful appearance. Here's a closer look at each:
Note on our intentional simplicityWe have deliberately kept Sandy as a purely herbal formulation by not adding any additional vitamins, minerals, or other ingredients. This focused approach ensures the product remains 100% plant-based and targeted, allowing you to take it daily alongside your existing multivitamins, antioxidants, or other supplements without the risk of duplicating nutrients, potential over-supplementation, or unnecessary wastage.
Note on supporting a natural tanSandy's carefully selected ingredients—particularly astaxanthin and the photoprotective properties of Polypodium leucotomos and NutroxSun—work synergistically to support the body's natural melanin production processes. By helping optimize melanin synthesis and distribution in response to sun exposure, our formulation promotes a more even, gradual, and healthy-looking tan from within, allowing you to enjoy the sun's warmth while achieving that desirable sun-kissed glow naturally and safely.
Polypodium Leucotomos (150mg)
Derived from a tropical fern native to Central and South America, Polypodium leucotomos extract is a powerhouse antioxidant with remarkable photoprotective properties. It helps shield your skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation by neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation caused by sun exposure. Studies show it can decrease sunburn intensity, prevent DNA damage in skin cells, and inhibit the formation of harmful compounds that lead to premature aging. Additionally, it supports the skin's immune response, making it an ideal ally for maintaining even skin tone and reducing the risk of hyperpigmentation. With Sandy, you get a clinically relevant dose to help your skin stay resilient and protected year-round.
NutroxSun (50mg)
NutroxSun is an innovative, proprietary blend of rosemary and pomelo extracts, clinically proven to provide internal sun protection and anti-aging benefits. This natural combination boosts your skin's tolerance to UV rays, reducing erythema (redness) and accelerating recovery after sun exposure. Research demonstrates it improves skin elasticity, diminishes wrinkle depth, and enhances overall skin structure by combating oxidative stress and inflammation at the cellular level. Scientifically proven in human studies to help reduce the effects of sunburn—such as by increasing the minimal erythema dose (MED) by up to 56% after consistent use and significantly lowering UV-induced redness compared to placebo—NutroxSun offers measurable protection from within. By promoting collagen integrity and minimizing photoaging, NutroxSun helps deliver a smoother, more radiant complexion. In Sandy, this ingredient works from the inside out to support long-term skin health, making it perfect for those seeking a holistic approach to beauty.
Astaxanthin (6mg)
Sourced from microalgae, astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants known, often called the "king of carotenoids." It excels at protecting skin from environmental damage by quenching free radicals and reducing oxidative stress. Clinical evidence highlights its ability to improve skin moisture, elasticity, and texture while minimizing fine lines and wrinkles. Beyond skin, astaxanthin supports overall wellness by promoting healthy inflammation responses, enhancing eye health, and even benefiting cardiovascular function. At 12mg per serving in Sandy, it provides the clinically recommended daily dose to help your skin look and feel rejuvenated, with added perks for your body's broader antioxidant defenses. Furthermore, astaxanthin's strong red pigment is what gives salmon its characteristic vibrant color, and when taken consistently, it has been shown to naturally contribute to a more tan-like appearance in the skin by supporting even pigmentation and a healthy glow. Astaxanthin supports the body's natural melanin production processes, which can contribute to a more even, sun-kissed glow and help achieve a natural-looking tan appearance over time.
Our Commitment to Clean Formulas
What sets Sandy apart is our unwavering dedication to purity. We believe that true wellness comes from what you put in—and what you leave out. That's why our formula is meticulously crafted without unnecessary additives like silicon dioxide or titanium dioxide, which are commonly used as fillers or colorants in other supplements but can raise concerns about long-term safety. Instead, we focus on clean, high-quality ingredients sourced responsibly, ensuring every capsule is free from artificial preservatives, colors, and fillers. This transparency allows you to trust that Sandy is as gentle on your body as it is effective for your skin.To maintain the integrity and purity of our product while adhering to our strict clean standards, we encapsulate the formula in a natural purple vegetable capsule, naturally colored with purple carrot pigment. This plant-based capsule allows us to fully avoid the use of gelatin, gel capsules, or any other animal-derived or synthetic additives. The red pigment naturally present in astaxanthin makes a clear vegetable capsule impractical, so this thoughtful, naturally derived coloring enables us to keep the entire formulation 100% vegan, clean, and free from unnecessary animal or chemical components.Manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities in New Zealand, Sandy adheres to the strictest quality controls, from sourcing to final production. We're not just a brand—we're your partner in achieving naturally beautiful skin. Join the Sandy community and experience the difference of clean, science-backed protection today.