Last June I posted about sunscreen. As summer approaches, I'm going to revisit the topic. It's very important to apply sunscreen as long as it's chemical free. Sunscreens loaded with chemicals can actually do more harm than not wearing sunscreen at all. The easiest way to find a chemical free sunscreen is to read the label.
Mineral sunscreens should only have two ingredients under active ingredient; zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide. Zinc oxide protects against UVA and UVB light rays, prevents burns and signs of photo-aging. Titanium dioxide is a fine white powder that occurs naturally. It's a very effective UV filter.
Chemical sunscreens have active ingredients such as oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalte, oxtocrylene, homosalate, and octinoxate. These chemicals are linked to cancer, endocrine disruption, organ system toxicity, and may impact hormones. They are highly toxic to you and the environment.
The most common sunscreens on the market are the ones that contain chemical filters so always be sure to read the label. Sunscreens in the U.S. have not been regulated since 1978 so you need to be responsible for what you buy and what you apply.
Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30
Sold at Target, Amazon, or on their website
Alba Botanical Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Sold at Target, Walmart, Amazon, or on their website
Badger SPF 30 Zinc Oxide Lavender Sunscreen
Sold at Walmart, Amazon, or on their website
Jason Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Sold on Amazon
