My Natural Beauty Secrets: Naturally Me! Sun Protection

Naturally me! Sun Protection

How many of us walk out of our homes without sunscreen? Is it because you say that you are not going to the beach so why worry? Did you know that you are receiving UV-A rays even when it is overcast outside? Did you know that your chances rise each time that you walk out of your home without sun protection?

What is Melanoma?

Melanoma is a cancer that starts in a certain type of skin cell and begins in the melanocytes. Other names for this cancer include malignant melanoma and cutaneous melanoma. Because most melanoma cells still make melanin, melanoma tumors are usually brown or black. But some melanomas do not make melanin and can appear pink, tan, or even white.

Melanomas can occur anywhere on the skin, like the trunk (chest and back) is the most common site in men. The legs are the most common site in women. The neck and face are other common sites.

Melanomas can also form in other parts of your body such as the eyes, mouth, and genitals, but these are much less common than melanoma of the skin. Melanomas in these organs are discussed in our other documents.

Melanoma is much less common than basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers, but it is far more dangerous. Like basal cell and squamous cell cancers, melanoma is almost always curable in its early stages. But it is much more likely than basal or squamous cell cancer to spread to other parts of the body if not caught early.

In understanding about Melanomas, let us first realize that the skin is the largest organ in your body and it functions in different ways.

The skin covers the internal organs and helps protect them from injury, it also serves as a barrier to germs such as bacterial, prevents the loss of fluids, helps control body temperature, protects the rest of the body from UVA rays and helps to make vitamin D.

Sunscreens are made to either block sunlight or absorb varying degrees of it. Sunscreen formulas come in different protection levels, SPF 30 is recommended for fair-skinned people and will protect you a little longer in the sun than if you weren’t wearing sunscreen. A person with a darker skin may feel like an SPF of between 8 to 12 would work better for them. You will have to find what SFP formulas work best for your skin type.

What’s in your sunscreen?

Have you really thought about what’s in your sunscreen? Most people don’t really think about it. Honestly, what is most important is if I will get sunburned and as long as you are protected what does it really matter?

There should always be concern about the type of products we use. One of my concerns is that there are certain chemicals in sunscreens that produce free radicals. What are free radicals? Well, free radicals, also known as radicals, are organic molecules responsible for the wonderful aging process, tissue damage, and some diseases. These molecules are unstable, and therefore look to hook up with other molecules to destroy their health and continue the damaging process.

There are other natural alternatives to sun protection. I agree that we need to have protection from the sun but what are these alternatives?

Most natural sunscreens are hypoallergenic and contain organic ingredients that help the skin. These organic ingredients provide the same benefits as harsher, synthetic chemicals. Green tea is an antioxidant that prevents damage caused by free radicals. Aloe Vera restores moisture and soothes burns. Chamomile promotes cell regeneration and has anti-inflammatory properties. Marigold calms irritated skin. Grape seed oil is a natural antioxidant that also moisturizes the skin and is anti-aging. Red Raspberry Seed Oil is full of Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty Acids and gives natural glow and radiance; Vitamin E fights fine lines, repairs and conditions, Red Raspberry Seed provides broad-spectrum UV-A and UV-B protection. It has shown an SPF of between 28 and 50 and thus is a valuable ingredient in natural sunblock and sunscreens. It has a long shelf life because of its high phospholipid content, and may increase the stability of other carrier oils when blended with them.

We have our Red Raspberry Broad Spectrum Moisturizer that is made with natural sun protection ingredients.

Red Raspberry Seed Oil - SPF 28-50
Hemp Seed Oil – SPF 6
Macadamia Oil – SPF 6
Sesame Seed Oil SPF 4
Shea Butter – SPF 4
Jojoba Oil – SPF 4
Coconut Oil – SPF 2

Our formula is non-greasy and super absorbent. Use as your daily moisturizer without the fear of it interfering with your other products such as perfumes or body sprays.

You can always order a sample from our website for $3.00.

Is going natural really worth it?

I think so. Stay Sun Protected!!

Red Raspberry Broad Spectrum Moisturizer.