Rachel's Summer Reflection
My family’s last summer hurrah was a trip to Europe that had been planned before COVID-19 (and one we had to take before losing the booking!). After such an awful year of lockdowns, the death of my father in New Zealand, and natural disasters, we decided to take the plunge and head to Paris with the knowledge that at a moment’s notice our plans could change with COVID restrictions.
UVA vs UVB Rays
UVA, UVB and even UVC rays, oh my! What do they all mean? And, should you be concerned about one more than the others when you’re enjoying time outside at the family barbecue? The short answer about one being worse than the other is yes, and we’ll answer any “sunburning” questions you may have as we go. Before you get too worried, though, just make sure not to overdo it when you're outdoors – and follow our helpful tips for protecting your skin with sunscreen!
Why Use Roll On Sunscreen
Applying sunscreen every day can keep our skin looking young and protect us from the damaging rays of the sun. Yet, many of us still choose to venture outside unprotected. We often ignore the advice of dermatologists because sunscreen lotions are messy to apply and often leave our hands feeling sticky and our skin oily.
When to Wear Sunscreen
Many of us believe that applying sunscreen is only something we need to do in the summer months. However, that’s a common misconception, and it is essential to incorporate sunscreen into your daily routine year-round. Surprisingly, the sun can be even more dangerous in the winter months, and its UV rays can even pass through the windows of our homes to damage our skin.
How Much Sunscreen to Use
A little exposure to the sun can be a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, health experts recommend exercising and enjoying fun, recreational activities outdoors – just as long as you do it safely. Protecting yourself from sunburn is an essential part of this healthy mindset, and this guide fills you in on how much sunscreen you need to use for it to be effective.
Does Sunscreen Prevent Tanning?
Most of us know that too much exposure to the sun should be avoided, but that does not stop us from wanting to get close to nature, visit a theme park or spend a day at the beach. Lots of products claim to protect against UVA and UVB rays, but do they really work, and are some better than others? The sun also gives us a tan and helps us to make Vitamin D, which are both aspects many of us find quite appealing.
Pregnancy Safe Sunscreen: What is It, Why It’s Important & Where to Buy It
Because you are “ingesting” for two, you have to watch some of the sun protection products you put on your skin. The following guide will help you find the best safe sunscreen to use during your pregnancy.
Reef Safe Sunscreen: What is Reef Safe Sunscreen, What’s In It & Why Use It
By now, we all know that sunscreen is one of the most important weapons in our arsenal to keep skin safe from the sun. However, you may not know that in using it, you are potentially harming one of the most valuable ecosystems on the face of the earth: The coral reefs.
How to Wear Sunscreen and Makeup
Rain or shine, wearing sunscreen protects you from the sun’s powerful UV rays. But, how to pair sun protection and cosmetics without looking like a hot mess is the burning question.
SNOWBOARDS, SKIS, OUTDOOR TRAINING, AND SUNSCREEN
The cold winter months are hard on the skin. Indoor heating can dry your skin, and the freezing temperatures outside can cause your skin to lose its natural oils, making it itchy and irritated.
If you’re spending a lot of time outside – and let’s face it, thanks to COVID-19, we all are these days - you also put yourself at risk for windburn. Low temperatures, lack of humidity, and cold, blustery wind can lead to peeling, red, dry skin. Windburn can be just as uncomfortable as a bad sunburn.
best sunscreen for acne-prone skin
Sunscreen protects you from sun damage and applying daily with one that is broad-spectrum is recommended by skin care experts, even if you have acne-prone skin. The good news is that buying the correct formulation allows you to reap more benefits than ever before, while still avoiding all those pesky breakouts. However, there is such a large assortment of sun protection products available that you may be tempted to select the first one you come across. Even worse, you may decide to go without it altogether.
GET OUT & PLAY!
Project Sunscreen and Crayon Collection Challenge You to Have Fun, Do Good
We remember when we were kids, we just played. Didn’t give it too much thought; we just got out there and had fun.
Dr. Stuart Brown, author and founder of the National Institute of Play and an expert on the science of play (!), says, "Play is the vital essence of life." He says that without it, we can lose our hopefulness, and a childhood full of play makes happier, smarter grown-ups, and maintaining the same attitude can make us smarter no matter what age. ("Serious Play" TedTalk, May 2008).