Summer is for FUN, not worrying about what's in your sunscreen!

We've been told over and over that we MUST put on sunscreen and protect ourselves from the sun. And that it's especially important for babies, and children, and women with aging skin to slather it on. So we religiously buy it and pack it with us to the beach, pool, or any other outdoor event in the summer. But what is all that sun cream actually doing to our skin?  

Before we get into the health risks of conventional (toxic) sunscreen, I want you to know that there are SO many better options available now and that you need not stress or waste any time trying to find one! I have put together a list for you, and there are plenty of affordable options.

Not all sunscreen is created equal, and here's why you should care. I've seen multiple bloggers and influencers say that they are so stressed with momlife that they are just going to slather their kids in "toxic sunscreen" because they either can't find, can't afford, or don't trust the natural alternatives and it's better than no sunscreen at all. The truth is, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US, with more cases than every other type of cancer combined, and the number has risen 200% since the introduction of sunscreen that contains oxybenzone*. While the sun can cause damage to your skin, it also has multiple benefits* for our health and imo is nowhere near as scary as cancer causing chemicals.

What's even more scary is that 70% off all sunscreen contains oxybenzone and according to the CDC, 97% of people have oxybenzone in their system. As is the case with our standard personal care products and makeup, there is very little regulation on what companies are allowed to put in their products, and it is left up to us to do the research and make informed decisions. Thankfully, there are companies who are on the up-and-up when it comes to ingredients and practices, and we have the Environmental Working Group's database, Skin Deep available for us to check just how "clean" a product is. 

Here are some low-tox sunscreen options so you can get out and enjoy yourself without poisoning yourself!

COMING JULY 1ST!  dōTERRA SUN CARE 🏝😎🙌

I love the new sun care line by dōTERRA because it is formulated with their PURE essential oils! They use non-nano zinc oxide and skin nourishing avocado, jojoba, and carrot seed oils. The essential oils not only smell great, but they are reparative to the skin 🙌