Protecting Your Skin is So In
The importance of sun safety isn’t anything new. You’ve probably been sprayed down before jumping in the pool as a kid, or maybe you learned the hard way by going home with a nasty burn.
Wearing sunscreen significantly reduces your risk of skin cancer, while slowing down the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots. Your future self will thank you for protecting your skin every day.
Sunscreen as Makeup
Nothing’s worse than leaving the house on a sunny day and realizing you’re going to end up hot and red-cheeked by noon. Implementing sunscreen into your morning routine is the easiest way to ensure you never forget to apply. EltaMD Tinted is the perfect product to throw into your makeup routine. This tinted sunscreen can replace any classic BB cream for a simple (and safer) summer look. It’s dermatologist recommended and makeup-lover approved!
Avoid Breakouts
Frustrating breakouts can be a deterrent from using sunscreen regularly. We hear you, and we’ve had our fair share of let-down products. That’s where La Roche-Posay comes in to save your skin. This brand is known for suiting all skin types, and its oil-free ingredients won’t clog pores. With an SPF of 60, this sunscreen has got you covered.
Ocean-Safe Options
Protecting our planet is just as important as protecting our skin. While brands like Neutrogena and Banana Boat might do the trick in preventing sunburn, they contain products that are harmful to our beloved oceans and lakes. Chemicals like Oxybenzone and Homosalate are found in most popular sunscreen brands. When these toxins are dissolved into natural bodies of water, they disrupt the ecosystem.
Zinc Oxide is an alternative ingredient that deflects harmful UV rays, while remaining ocean-friendly. On your next beach vacation, consider packing an all-natural brand like Raw Love or Manda. Being mindful of which brands we wear in the water is a small way we can help protect our beautiful planet.
Don’t Forget the Scalp
Just when you think you’ve got everything covered, a scalp burn is ready to sneak up on you. Going home with a bright red middle part isn’t a super fun way to wrap up your beach day. Scalp spray is the perfect solution. This mist is super easy to apply to the scalp and has a lightweight formula to keep hair from getting greasy. This product is small enough to toss in your beach bag without weighing you down. And, of course, nothing says summer quite like the smell of Sun Bum.
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