Born on the shores of Hawaii in 2004, Vertra is committed to delivering athlete-inspired, long-lasting, premium sunscreen and skincare products to keep outdoor athletes and adventurers protected while having fun in the sun.
There was a need in the market for a true athlete based, easy-to-use, high performance alternative to traditional sunscreens. The offerings at the time were limited to drugstore brands or high-end cosmetic brands with little in between; especially in the surf, paddle boarding and snow worlds where nothing existed for athletes whose activities involved long-term sun exposure. In developing our product line, Vertra did not have the everyday sunbathing consumer in mind, but instead built premium products with the performance needs of world-class athletes first and foremost. In response to this market void, Vertra developed our concept of “Elemental Resistance” products. Our collection quickly expanded with a consistent emphasis on sport-specific qualities like non-greasy application, water/sweat resistance and premium ingredients. The ultimate result, “Elemental Resistance,” was a cosmetic-grade product line that provided a natural-looking visible barrier against sun damage, was easy to carry and apply, had the weight and wear-ability of a cosmetic foundation and was definitely not your traditional greasy sunblock. Vertra quickly gained a loyal following among serious everyday surfers, paddlers, watermen, snowboarders and Lifeguards. Vertra’s single greatest asset is our family, or “Ohana” in Hawaiian. Our Family of world-class surfers, paddlers, swimmers, watermen, first-responders, etc. have enabled us to build the best product in the market. We share a common vision: Create a product and brand for true outdoor athletes that is unparalleled in the sports world; a true sport-specific premium sun care line that is built to protect. Vertra is Elemental Resistance. The Future is Covered