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Natural Sunscreen Brands for Fun in the Sun

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Summer is here and outdoor adventures with the family are top of the list! From hiking and bike rides to days spent at the pool or beach, wearing sunscreen to protect yourself and your children is paramount.

I have been researching various sunscreens that are reef-safe, cruelty-free, ideal for sensitive skin, and have zinc oxide as one of the main ingredients.

Kari Gran Essential SPF30

The luxurious, hydrating mineral Essential SPF30 from Kari Gran is perfect for summer days spent relaxing poolside, hitting the beach or just enjoying outdoor activities! Every Kari Gran product is intentionally formulated to achieve multiple results, and Essential SPF30 is no exception. This sunscreen not only protects from the sun with reef-safe non-nano Zinc Oxide, but also nourishes skin with potent skincare ingredients, including Organic French Plum Oil and Non-GMO Red Raspberry Seed Oil. Cruelty-free and fragrance-free. You can receive a 15% discount on a one-time purchase using code TSKG15. It is good through 9/30/24.

Hypoallergenic Clean Correction Ultra-Lightweight Calming SPF 35 Veil

From Perricone MD comes this perfect formulation for sensitive skin that offers powerful and gentle sun protection that leaves skin feeling calmed and soothed. Recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation,
the broad-spectrum SPF 35 is vegan, non-comedogenic and dermatologist tested. In addition, the Clean
Correction Ultra-Lightweight Calming SPF 35 Veil is free of the 26 known allergens, as well as fragrance, gluten, sulfates, silicones, parabens, formaldehyde, butylene- and propylene-glycol,
PEG, phthalates, BHA and BHT.

Suntegrity Mineral Body Sunscreen – Broad Spectrum SPDF30

Suntegrity’s SPF 30 Mineral Body Sunscreen for the body offers broad-spectrum protection and is free of harsh chemicals like parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oil, synthetic dyes, sulfates, nanoparticles, chemical UV absorbers, butyloctyl salicylate and phenoxyethanol. It’s non-greasy and contains 20% non-nano, uncoated zinc-oxide for therapeutic broad-spectrum protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. This sunscreen formula is easy to apply, infused with antioxidants for healthy protection all year round and has a light uplifting citrus scent. Cruelty Free, Vegan and Reef Friendly. All Suntegrity products are PETA & Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free, with majority also being vegan and Oncology Spa Solutions-approved for use on the most sensitive of skin. Also available on Amazon.com.

Earth Mama Organics Uber-Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen

Whether you’re looking for a safe sunscreen for kids with eczema or anyone with dry, sensitive skin, the Uber-Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion from Earth Mama Organics is safe and effective for everyone. This gentle, non-toxic mineral sunscreen contains organic shea butter, and more than the amount of organic colloidal oatmeal required by the FDA to be an eczema cream.  It is pediatrician tested, dermatologist tested and clinically tested for irritation, making it an ideal choice for families and those with sensitive skin.  The Uber-Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion does not contain chemical sunscreens, artificial fragrance, or dimethicone. Also available on Amazon.com.

Florence by Mills Sunny Skies Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30

The sky’s the limit with this reef-safe* Florence by Mills Sunny Skies mineral SPF 30 broad-spectrum sunscreen facial moisturizer that helps moisturize skin while protecting from UVA/UVB rays on sunny (and cloudy!) days. With zinc oxide as the main ingredient, this formulation is lightweight, silicone-free, and non-greasy. Plus, it is made with vitamin E to condition skin and dries down to a smooth finish without leaving a white cast. 

CLEARSTEM YOUARESUNSHINE

The YOUARESUNSHINE Mineral + physical tinted sunscreen from CLEARSTEM is crafted with green tea, gotu kola, and horse chestnut to calm the skin, stimulate collagen and reduce the look of scars + dark spots. Plus, it doubles as a soothing primer and is designed to blur imperfections while also being sweat & waterproof for up to 80 minutes! Safe for sensitive skin.

Blissoma Photonic SPF 30 Light Shifting Mineral Facial Sunscreen + Moisturizer

Perfect for everyday wear, Blissoma Photonic SPF 30 Light Shifting Mineral Facial Sunscreen + Moisturizer is a clean formulation of botanicals like organic gotu kola and gingko biloba and nutrients that protect skin against stress and pollution. It’s specially designed to defend the most sensitive skin with no fragrance, no silicones, no ethyl alcohol, and no synthetic irritants. It’s naturally preserved and packed with organic and regeneratively farmed plants. Plus, the packaging is a refillable airless glass bottle system, which is eco-friendly and protects the nutrients in the product, so they stay fresh long term. The transparent, micronized zinc oxide in the blend disappears easily into almost any skin tone and gives Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection at 13.2% with no butyloctyl salicylate. Also available on Amazon.com.

Radical Skincare Skin Perfecting Screen SPF30

Radical Skincare’s Skin Perfecting Sunscreen SPF30 performs three jobs in one powerful product.  Protect, perfect, and prime, the 3-in-1 Skin Perfecting Screen SPF30 sun protection uses nonchemical filters to protect against UVA/UVB rays, diamond encapsulation to deflect light and blur wrinkles, and priming elements to provide the ideal long-wearing base for makeup. Made of Titanium Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Coffee, and Diamond Powder.

Celtic Complexion

Celtic Complexion is a natural, green beauty brand that caters to the fair skinned, melanin challenged. Fair skin ages like milk, so they have made a sunscreen that offers the highest amount of zinc oxide on the market – 25%! The Face Stick from Celtic Complexion is made with 4 organic ingredients, including 25% zinc oxide, organic beeswax, organic extra virgin coconut oil, and organic vanilla extract. This chemical-free, reef-safe sunscreen is portable and perfect for all your summer adventures.

*Companies generously provided samples & images for review for this article. All thoughts expressed herein are my own.



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Summer Skincare Tips for Eczema & Sensitive Skin with Theraplex

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Red, irritated and just downright annoying patches of eczema and and dry skin are a constant struggle for my 5 year old! Of course, it doesn’t help that we live in FL… and like any child, she loves to run and play! After an hour outside, her little face is sweaty… and the red patches flare up in the creases of her elbows and behind her knees. Now that she is older, she tells me when she needs her eczema cream, so we keep many varieties on hand. It’s always amazing to me when we try a new brand that some that claim not to irritate skin, actually sting and bother her, and we have to wash it off quickly!

ClearLotion Spray 2016

We were recently sent Theraplex® skincare to try, and we couldn’t have been more pleased with the line! Not only is the Theraplex Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Skin Protectant creamy and easy to apply, it does not contain parabens, fragrances, phthalates, gluten, or sodium laurel sulfate. Plus, the line is made in the USA without animal testing. Most importantly, it does not irritate my little girl’s skin any further!

If you have children who don’t stop moving (and who doesn’t!?), try Theraplex ClearLotion. It is a light, fast penetrating emollient oil spray, and when applied to damp skin, it uniquely wraps around water on the skin’s surface, sealing in moisture and replacing the natural oils that water and soap can strip away.

As the summer weather heats up, it is not unusual for people to experience a dramatic increase in perspiration, often causing sensitive skin to “flare up.” This is especially true for children who have eczema. To help keep your child’s skin “cool in the shade,” the experts who make Theraplex® skincare offer summer tips designed to keep sensitivities in check.

Eczema Therapy 2016

Summer Skincare Tips

· To help keep your child feeling cooler and drier, avoid the sun when it is at its’ strongest (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m).

· Apply a sunscreen SPF 30 or higher. Many pediatric dermatologists recommend physical sunscreens as they may be less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

· If your child has been in the ocean or pool, rinse chlorine or salt off with a gentle cleanser and immediately apply a moisturizer such as Theraplex ClearLotion. ClearLotion has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. After towel drying, ClearLotion leaves skin moisturized for hours without greasiness. And, because ClearLotion is a spray, you will be able to apply it to even the wriggliest of children!

· Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids and stays hydrated.

· For added protection and comfort any time of day or night, try Theraplex Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Skin Protectant with natural colloidal oatmeal. It also has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. This enriched moisturizing formula helps to relieve dry skin with superior moisturization that lasts for hours. It soothes your child’s dry, sensitive skin without parabens, fragrances, preservatives, or lanolin.

To learn more about Theraplex® skincare, or to learn additional skincare tips through their Eczema Resource Guide, visit Theraplex.com.

*Company generously provided samples, images, and expert tips for this article. All thoughts on the product line are my own.*

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Summer Skincare for Mama & Baby

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With the longest day of summer officially behind us, treat yourself and your little one to skincare essentials that cleanse, moisturize and soothe. The team at Tiny Green Mom was recently introduced to the following body and skincare lines…and literally has had so much fun soaking them all in! From at home after the bath to after a day spent enjoying the beach, these lines are top picks in our home this summer.

 

Honey Buns Kit

Honey Buns Baby Kit

Leader of all things honeybee, Savannah Bee Company launched the Honey Buns Baby Kit, their first set of soothing and gentle body care products for babies of all ages this year. Designed with the delicate skin of newborns and infants in mind, this kit offers parents a combination of products to care for their little one’s skin. Each kit includes an award-winning Royal Jelly Baby Butter, a Honey Lavender bar soap (which smells dreamy!), a Bumble Balm Salve and a handy go-to guide written by two Savannah, GA board-certified pediatricians, “Baby, MD: The A, Bee, C Guide to Your New Baby.” Packaged in a darling ‘Honey Buns’ embroidered seersucker bag and retailing at $38, the Savannah Bee Honey Buns Baby Kit is perfect for summer travel as it tucks into a diaper bag or backpack with ease!

Belli Skincare Group

Belli Skincare

Whether you are an expecting mom or postpartum mom, your skin will love Belli Skincare, which has been designed for the specific needs of women! To moisturize parched summer skin, apply the luscious All Day Moisture Lotion which has a light, fresh & uplifting scent. We noted immediately how little lotion you need to apply to have a long-lasting effect…perfect for hydrated skin all day long! To help dry, cracked lips – tuck the Sheer Comfort Lip Balm in your beach bag or purse when out and about in the summer heat. In addition to these favorites, the Anti-Blemish Facial Wash has become a daily addition to “Mom’s” morning shower routine. There is nothing quite like starting the day with glowing, clear skin! If you haven’t heard of this line, head over to their website to find out why they are ‘Picky for a Purpose.‘ The Belli Skincare line does not contain artificial dyes or fragrances, and is paraben preservative-free.

Jojoba Company Baby Oil

Jojoba Company Australia Baby Oil

Your little one will love to receive a baby massage right after bathtime with this amazing 100% Natural Baby Oil, an exceptionally pure and gentle formula that absorbs deeply into baby’s skin to soften, soothe and moisturize. Made exclusively with 100% natural Australian jojoba, which is grown, nurtured and harvested on the company’s own farms down under, the 100% Natural Baby Oil contains absolutely no potential irritants including preservatives, artificial fragrances and parabens. The baby oil may be used for massage, as a bath oil, for cradle cap and diaper rash as well as for every day skin softening and soothing. In addition to jojoba, the Baby Oil is comprised of Organic camellia oil, Organic chamomile oil, Organic lavender oil, and Moringa oil. Did we mention it smells lovely?! Interesting to note – baby’s skin “recognizes” jojoba as its own, and allows it to absorb deeply for greater hydrating benefits. This is definitely a must-have skincare essential if you have a newborn or infant in the home!

LIve Clean Baby

Live Clean Gentle Moisture Baby Kit

This 4 piece set is all you need for a clean & happy baby! Having just launched in the US recently, Live Clean harnesses the beautifying power in plant-based ingredients to create gentle and effective products that are safe for you, your baby, and the environment. The Gentle Moisture Baby Kit contains Live Clean® Baby Shampoo and Wash, Baby Lotion, Non-Petroleum Jelly, and Diaper Ointment. We love the Baby Shampoo and Wash – it is silky-soft and cleans baby’s skin so gently! Plus, we appreciate the affordability of the line – all items are $4 – $6, which is a breath of fresh air when seeking high-quality, eco essentials for your family!

All products are Certified Organic, made of 98% renewable and sustainable plant based ingredients, and do not use petro-chemical based ingredients. The Live Clean line free of harsh chemicals, and all products are SLS Free, Phthalate Free, Petroleum Free, Silicone Free, Paraben Free, DEA Free, Phosphate Free, and Dye Free. Biodegradable, recyclable and cruelty-free.

*Companies generously provided samples and images for this article. All thoughts expressed herein are my own.*

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