There are some things you only learn as you get older. The value of time, the wisdom of your parents, the inevitability of death, and that you should really wear sunscreen regularly. It remains one of the most important means of protecting from both short-term and long-term skin damage. And while sunscreen is important for days out, beach trips, or hikes in countryside, it takes on a more vital importance in the case of the pilgrimage, whether the hajj or umrah. Those undertaking this religious obligation will be exposed to long days under blistering heat in the desert, protecting one’s wellbeing is a must in these circumstances. 

There is a consensus amongst the law schools of Islam that perfumed sunscreen is impermissible, and this applies both to Sunni and Shia traditions. The basis for this prohibition is a clear, and widely accepted, hadith of the Prophet (saw) and the practice of his most devoted companions: https://sunnah.com/bukhari:1838 (maybe quote in full)

With the majority of sunscreen scented, the options are limited then for pilgrims seeking to protect themselves and families. This is where PLGRM steps in. It provides a dermatologically-tested and consultant-developed product, one which follows the guidance of the Prophet (saw) in being free of scents, but preserves and protects the body provided to us by God. 

PLGRM represents something significant in the story of Muslim innovation and creativity. It is not a substandard solution Muslims must adopt in order to be compliant with religious doctrine. Rather, PLGRM is a sunscreen of the very highest quality and conceptualised from the ground-up to reflect Islamic teachings. It’s a product that can be used on umrah and hajj by Muslims, but offers a solution to many more individuals with skin-conditions and sensitivities.