Hawaiʻi County (Big Island): mineral-only sunscreen sales

Since December 1, 2022, stores on Hawaiʻi Island may only sell sunscreens whose active ingredients are zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

• This rule covers sale and distribution on the island.
• Visitors should still follow the statewide ban on oxybenzone and octinoxate.

Source: TravelAwaits: Hawaiʻi County bans nonmineral sunscreens

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.