Summer Skin & Clean Sunscreen
By guest contributor: Sydney BillingsAlthough sunscreen should be worn daily, no matter the season, sunscreen and skincare in the summer are extra crucial. Sunscreen should be part of a daily routine, even without plans to be in direct sunlight, even on rainy days. Sunscreen should be the one product you always have, and it is important to note you need more than what is said to be in some makeup. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70, and more than 2 people in the US die from skin cancer every hour.
Selecting the perfect sunscreen can be challenging due to current marketing practices... there are endocrine disrupters in many sunscreens. In selecting a sunscreen, you should avoid ingredients such as avobenzone, octocrylene, and homosalate, just to name a few. Our skin requires care year-round, but here are some recommendations for the summer season!
Best facial sunscreens:
Best body sunscreens:
Please remember the importance of reapplying often and protecting your skin. Be sure to include the areas many people miss, such as the ears, scalp and lips. However, if you forget to reapply in time and find yourself burnt.. it is essential to nurture your skin back to health.
Best lip products:
Best after-sun products:
Reading ingredients on products can become time-consuming and frustrating. There are a few apps to assist in selecting a sunscreen (or product in general) that will benefit you rather than harm you. The “Yuka” app, the “Think Dirty” app, and EWG’s “Healthy Living” app can all help you to achieve your healthiest and happiest skin!
What NOT to use/do on sunburn:
Topical alcohol of any kind
Food-related “home remedies”
Scratch, exfoliate, or pop blisters
Petroleum jelly products
Prolonged sun exposure
