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Health and Sustainability Tips

Safe Sunscreen Options

5/15/2019

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  • Irony of sunscreen
    • we use it to prevent skin cancer (which it may or may not do that)
    • ingredients common in sunscreen, like oxybenzone (allergen and hormone disruptor) and retinyl palmitate could be causing more harm than good
  • We are covering our largest organ (and our kids') with this stuff and there are no guarantees that it's safe
  • Oxybenzone is also bad for the environment - it has been shown to be damaging to marine life, like coral
    • Look for mineral-based sunscreens
      • titanium dioxide
      • zinc oxide
    • No need for SPF higher than 30
    • Avoid sprays or use caution d/t additives
    • Check the EWG sunscreen guide - 2019 not out yet
    • My favorites
      • Alba Botanica
      • Beautycounter (not full size)
        • Ask me for samples!
  • Alternatives
    • sun-protective clothing, hats
    • stay out of the sun, especially during peak hours 10-2
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    What's this?

    Over the course of the past 10 years or more, I have be working on developing more sustainable practices at home to reduce waste (including recycling). I have also been on a mission to swap out cleaning and personal care products with safer versions (products that limit exposure to environmental toxins).

    On this page you will find a few posts (originally published on my Facebook Page) where I share some tips for reducing/managing exposure to environmental toxins for yourself and your family while protecting the earth from excess waste. 

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