There are two types of ultra violet rays we need to be careful of. The first is UVB, which is causes sunburn, the other UVA which contributes to longer term damage such as premature aging.   Both ultra violet rays have the potential to cause skin cancer.   

There are also two types of sunscreens, those that filter the sun, and those that absorb ultraviolet rays. Sunscreens that filter are better able to protect against both UVA and UVB rays.   Whereas sunscreens that absorb usually only absorb UVB rays and parts of the UVA spectrum. 

Sun blockers such as UV Natural and MiEssence Reflect contain the natural ingredient zinc oxide that filters out both UVA & UVB rays.

The sun is both a blessing and a curse.   We need the sun to metabolise Vitamin D, but too much sun can permanently damage and age our skin.   Chemical based sunscreens run the risk of interfering with the natural process of vitamin D metabolism.  

Naturally Safe Cosmetics have chosen UV Natural and MiEssence Sunscreens for the specific reason that they contain additional botanical oils that help the absorption potential of Vitamin D whilst still protecting against harsh ultraviolet rays.  

Organic Rosehip Skincare has a non-sunscreen moisturizer, Sun Moisturizing Cream and Tropical Suncare Lotion that offers some protection, but does not have a Sun Protection Factor (SPF). This is a great alternative if you are heading out in the evening, when the sun has not quite set, but you don’t want to layer on the sunscreen again.

 After Sun Care

Caring for our skin is hard work, especially in summer, yet it is essential if we are to protect ourselves and our families from the sun’s rays.  

Following a good sun sense regime doesn’t stop with a sunscreen. Sunscreens don’t filter out all of the suns rays. In fact even the highest rating (30+) sunscreens are able to filter around 95% of UVA and UVB rays.

After a day in the sun it’s a good idea to shower and apply an all over moisturizer to replenish the skins oils from the outside. 

Aloe Vera moisturizers such as Pure Earth Aloe Vera gel provide great cooling relief, if you do happen to get a little sun burnt, or to add a little more moisture back into your skin after the sun.

Nancy Evans Tropical Suncare oil, is made from 100% pure cold-pressed oils. This Organic Rosehip product is ideal for after sun use, as it adds luxurious moisturizing oils such as jojoba and Natural Vitamin E combined with the natural healing properties of Organic Rosehip seed extract.

 Mineral Make up

Natural Mineral Make up has it’s own sunscreen!   Zinc Oxide is a natural sun filter, and a very effective one at that.  Therefore whenever you use your mineral make-up, that area is protected by a one of the best mineral sunscreens around.