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Staying Safe in the Sun: Tips From an Expert

The summer sun has finally started to come out! So now, more than ever we have to be conscious about sun safety. Whether you and your kids are playing soccer in the park or spending an afternoon at the beach, proper sun protection including sunscreen is a must! We recently spoke with Joanne Speight, CEO of Seasons UV, who gave us some important tips on staying safe in the summer sun! What is the safest and most effective type of sunscreen? Broad Spectrum: It handles both UVA & UVB rays.

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Back To School Must-Haves

You can almost hear the tears of kids everywhere this time of year because of the inevitable BACK-TO-SCHOOL. Some parents are secretly jumping for joy to get their kids back on a routine, while some are dreading the early morning chaos and afternoon homework struggles. But I do think one thing is common for most…

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The Best Suncreens For Children (and Moms)!

I recently did a post on Modern Mom regarding sunscreen tipsfor children. After getting several responses asking what my top sunscreen choices are, I wanted to do another post on my favorite sunscreens of the season. Summer is in full effect, and I have tried a TON of different sunscreens. You already know from my previous post what I avoid when it comes to certain ingredients found in sunscreens. So, with that in mind …

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Hugh Jackman’s Skin Cancer: What You Should Know About Basal Cell Carcinoma

Earlier this week, Hugh Jackman revealed the scary news that he had been treated for skin cancer.The 45-year-old actor shared a photo of his bandaged face and explained that he had a basal cell carcinoma removed from his nose.Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of skin cancer, with approximately 2.8 million cases diagnosed in the United States every year, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). While highly …