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EWG’s Worst Sunscreens for Babies and Kids
Summer is almost upon us which means fun in the sun. But it also means making sure we are keeping our children (and ourselves) protected from the sun. There are so many sunscreens out there and lots of information about what we should and shouldn't be buying. The Environmental Working Group is making it easier for us…
Sunscreen Must Have Tips For Children
Please tell me Im not the only mom who is constantly slathering SPF 50 sunscreen on their face and body throughout the day, even in the dead of winter, when there is a blizzard outside. Call me crazy (or call me Casper) but I am terrified of sun damage. This may seem odd coming from a Southern girl that I could have been mistaken for the Coppertone baby throughout her childhood. Yes, I was …
Is Your Sunscreen Safe? Physical Sunscreens vs. Chemical Sunscreens
Todays video is all about the glorious sun and sun safety. Many know how important sunscreen is to prevent damage to our skin; in fact a lot of money is spent on sunscreen each year. The question is how do you choose a sunscreen that is a safe choice for you and your family? In this video I talk about the different types of sunscreens, physical sunscreens vs. chemical sunscreens. I will teach you …
5 Safe Sunscreens For Kids
We all know how important it is to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays. But with so many sunscreen options on the market, how do you find the safest one for your child? The Environment Working Group, a non-profit environmental organization that specializes in research and advocacy in the area of toxic chemicals, recommends you avoid chemical sunscreens and choose mineral ones that contain zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.
Recall: Sunscreen Could Burst Into Flames on Your Skin
Yikes! Giving a whole new meaning to the term “sunburn,” a recall is underway for some half-million bottles of Banana Boat spray-on sunscreen after a handful of people have caught on fire after applying the product and coming in contact with an open flame. That’s right – your sunscreen might potentially BURST INTO FLAMES.