July
2008
How Organic Is Your Sunscreen?
According to a study by the cosmetic safety database, 86 percent of sunscreens on the market are either ineffective against the sun or raise safety concerns because of their ingredients. Many contain microsized and nano-scale UVA filters with toxic properties, and some contain ingredients that absorb into the blood and may have toxic effects, acting as hormone disruptors, releasing free radicals into the skin, and causing allergic reactions.
Here is a healthy organic option to those nasties………
SunScreen Reflect Outdoor Balm “Miessence Certified Organics”
Description
A water-free nourishing balm with natural minerals that help reflect damaging ultraviolet radiation. Microfine zinc oxide offers protection from harmful rays whilst organic olive oil keeps the skin supple. Potent antioxidants including natural vitamin E, beta carotene and polygonum extract, protect the skin from premature aging and prevent damage caused by the elements.
Why
We all love the outdoors - nothing makes us feel more alive than having fun in the elements. Whether it be pounding through the salty surf, shooshing down powdery ski runs, or just throwing a ball with the kids in the park; if you’re out in the sunshine, you need to protect your skin.
How
Apply generously to skin surfaces exposed to sunlight 20 minutes before exposure. Reapply every two hours. Store below 30oC / 86oF
When
Any time you’re outdoors, exposed to the elements.
Ingredients
* certified organic olea europaea (olive) fruit oilcertified organic olea europaea (olive) fruit oil
* zinc oxidezinc oxide
* capric triglyceridecapric triglyceride
* certified organic butyrospermum parkii (shea) fruit buttercertified organic butyrospermum parkii (shea) fruit butter
* certified organic unrefined cera alba (beeswax)certified organic unrefined cera alba (beeswax)
* avena sativa (oat) kernel flouravena sativa (oat) kernel flour
* mixed tocopherolsmixed tocopherols
* certified organic copernicia prunifera (carnauba) waxcertified organic copernicia prunifera (carnauba) wax
* aroma (proprietary blend of essential oils)aroma (proprietary blend of essential oils)
* certified organic rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extractcertified organic rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract
* dunaliella salina algae extractdunaliella salina algae extract
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