Just a quick note to make sure everyone knew about the 25% off sale on the Crunchi SPF! It’s the only one that goes under my makeup without breaking me out or leaving me cakey and greasy (and opaque 👻... View MoreJust a quick note to make sure everyone knew about the 25% off sale on the Crunchi SPF! It’s the only one that goes under my makeup without breaking me out or leaving me cakey and greasy (and opaque 👻).
The sale ends Tuesday or until supplies last. Let me know if you have any questions. Otherwise,, have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸
You can see the details and purchase here👇🏼
http://ltl.is/ntqzyx8
☀️ UVA vs. UVB rays… what’s the difference and why should you purchase “broad spectrum” SPF sunscreen to protect against them both? Here’s why! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
🌞 UVA rays- While once thought to be less damagi... View More☀️ UVA vs. UVB rays… what’s the difference and why should you purchase “broad spectrum” SPF sunscreen to protect against them both? Here’s why! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
🌞 UVA rays- While once thought to be less damaging, it is now understood that UVA rays can cause skin damage, aging and wrinkles. This is the main type of UV radiation you get in a tanning bed. Short rays can contribute to sunburn as well. While less intense that UVB, it is now understood that these rays penetrate more deeply into the skin, causing changes at the genetic and cellular layer which can also lead to skin cancer.
⛅️ UVA can penetrate cloud cover and windows, which is why wearing your sunscreen on a cloudy day or even in the car can be beneficial to your health. UVA accounts for 95% of the radiation hitting the Earth and is present in the same strength during day time hours YEAR ROUND! 365 baby 😘
🌞 UVB rays- Contributes to skin cancer and sunburn. Sunburns were once thought to be the most damaging to skin (true in part, but it is now understood how other factors play a role in skin damage now too.) Skin damage is also cumulative over time, the skins DNA can only repair itself so many times before chronic, irreparable mutations will occur.
UVB protection is mainly what the traditional SPF rating referred to until it was realized how bad UVA is as well.
⛅️ UVB doesn’t penetrate glass. But, it can damage your skin year round and reflect off surfaces such as snow or cause damage while you’re at higher altitudes. The intensity of rays fluctuate depending on your location from the equator and according to the time of year.
✅Look for the words “broad spectrum”, meaning the SPF works against both UVA and UVB. Now thanks to FDA regulation of this term, when you see broad spectrum you can rest easy knowing that the coverage is proportional of both UVA and UVB rays! 🙌🏽 Sunscreen without this labeling is behind the time and will likely only protect against the majority of UVB rays while you are still catching all the harmful UVA rays 😳
👀 Peep the “Broad Spectrum” label on Crunchi’s facial SPF (which also happens to be on sale for 25% off right now!)
Source:
https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/uv-radiation/#:~:text=Two%20types%20of%20UV%20light,is%20associated%20with%20skin%20burning.
Chemical cocktail, anyone? 🍹 Not the kind of cocktail you want to be thinking about sitting poolside!
👎 Not only does chlorine diminish the protective qualities of sunscreens, but it ... View MoreChemical cocktail, anyone? 🍹 Not the kind of cocktail you want to be thinking about sitting poolside!
👎 Not only does chlorine diminish the protective qualities of sunscreens, but it chemically reacts with it to create 2 new dangerous substances. ⚠️ Acetyl benzenes and phenols are released when chlorine meets avobenzone, an ingredient in most common sunscreens. These are the toxic chemicals that make humans sick.
🤒 Issues with the nervous system, liver and kidneys, infertility, weakened immune system, and cancer have all been linked with the combination of sunscreen and chlorine.
🌤️ When choosing a sunscreen, choose one that is mineral based without toxic chemicals in the ingredients. See our post from last week about safer options.
If you're wondering how your sunscreen stacks up, check it out on www.ewg.org
🔗 https://www.ajc.com/lifestyles/active-ingredient-sunscreen-could-cause-cancer/KC9mEPVqbS9lDxkdcLnL1I/
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#wellrooted #functionalmedicine #holisticwellness #crystallakeil #holisticpediatrics #healthylifestyle #soakupthesun #vitamind #skincare #sunscreen #sunblock #healthyskin #skincancer #protectyourskin #naturalskincare #sunsafety
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Please keep in mind, I am sharing this because there is so much value in knowing this Info, but keep in mind EWG is not the end all- be all. Always research each Ingredient individually and use the banished ingredients list pinned at the top of this group. If you need an alternative feel free to comment and I will happily let you know what I use.
♥️Liz
Sounds pretty good with the hot summer weather we have been having, yes?!
🍡 Making your own popsicles can boost flavor and nutrition! Using ingredients like whole fruit purée, juices, coconut milk, ... View MoreSounds pretty good with the hot summer weather we have been having, yes?!
🍡 Making your own popsicles can boost flavor and nutrition! Using ingredients like whole fruit purée, juices, coconut milk, honey, and even some vegetables, can yield a plethora of possibilities!
Many conventional popsicles contain little (if any) nutrition and also are made with:
🚫Multiple food dyes and artificial colors
🚫High Fructose Corn Syrup and sugar
🚫Various preservatives
For example, here’s the ingredients for a popular popsicle:
🚫 water, high fructose corn syrup, fruit juice concentrates (apple, pear), citric acid, natural and artificial flavors, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (preservatives), red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1.
🍡I’ve found some delicious sounding combos! Check them out, they sound amazing and would be fun to make with kids or enjoy as an adult 🤗 ⬇️
https://www.jessicagavin.com/make-your-own-homemade-fruit-popsicles/
https://www.superhealthykids.com/3-fruit-veggie-popsicles/
*Most of these ⬇️ are “clean” using only 2 ingredients! So simple! #watermeloncoconut 😍
https://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelysanders/two-ingredient-popsicles
Enjoy🍡
Summer is around the corner. My kids LOVE watermelon. It is a great fruit to cut and eat, put in a smoothie, or juice it up for a delicious snack. 💙🥰
𝗖𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 & 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
This is an easy ditch and switch! But why, you ask?
⚠️Cotton is one of the most highly contaminated and pesticide laden crops (grown conventionally).
... View More𝗖𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 & 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
This is an easy ditch and switch! But why, you ask?
⚠️Cotton is one of the most highly contaminated and pesticide laden crops (grown conventionally).
◽️The top 10 pesticides used in the U.S. on cotton were glyphosate, ethephon, trifluralin, acetochlor, tribufos, sodium chlorate, acephate, s-metolachlor, diuron, and paraquat based on a study in 2015.
◽️Simply put, research suggests these are extremely toxic to our bodies. Many are carcinogenic and linked to endocrine disruption.
https://ota.com/sites/default/files/indexed_files/CottonandtheEnvironment.pdf
⚠️ Conventional cotton products are typically bleached, which creates dioxin and leaves behind bleach residues.
😒They can also actually waste product. Raise your hand if you’ve squeezed your toner or essence onto a cotton pad, and it seemingly disappears before it reaches your face. These can actually be 𝒕𝒐𝒐 absorbent.
So, what are better alternatives?
𝙍𝙚𝙪𝙨𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙘 𝘽𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙤𝙤 𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙣 𝙍𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨
(first two pictured)
🧺 Washable in your laundry with your toxin free cleaner.
♻️ Reusable - I actually use one side and then save for later to use the other side at nighttime or next day.
🌍 Sustainable ingredients that are bleach, pesticide, and toxin free!
𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙘 𝘾𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙣 𝙍𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨
🌿If not going the reusable route, opt for organic, unbleached cotton rounds to avoid pesticides, dioxins, and residues.
You don’t want to essentially sabotage your clean, toxin free beauty routine!
🙋🏼♀️Raise your hand if you’re inspired to make this swap!
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