As the song goes, "Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy." In the Summer, I try to get an hour of sun everyday. It does wonderful things for my mental attitude and Vitamin D levels. Yes, I do use a "mineral sunscreen," and have been off the chemical stuff for years. Each sunscreen featured here will also have the EWG safety rating listed. Personally, I wouldn't use anything with a rating of more than 2. Today's post will have you totally sun-set with suncare and beach accessories!
The Best Sunscreens & The Toxic Ones
to Avoid
If you are confused about sunscreens, this article spells it all out. It lists the good ones, the bad, the best. You'll learn about what chemicals cause cancer or skin irritation. I call this the Bible on the subject of sunscreens.
Dr. Axe
If you are confused about sunscreens, this article spells it all out. It lists the good ones, the bad, the best. You'll learn about what chemicals cause cancer or skin irritation. I call this the Bible on the subject of sunscreens.
Dr. Axe
With an overall EWG rating of 2, it also has won the Allure Beauty award for sunscreens. A bonus is that it is ocean friendly! Please note that the Spray Mist version is not recommended with an EWG score of 6.
Beautycounter
WG scientists reviewed the Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen, on March 10, 2020 for safety according to the methodology outlined in the Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. It is rated 1-2 on all ingredient levels.
So cute and totally customizable with your own text.
Less than $25.
Hello Sunshine! The sunscreen itself has not yet been rated by the EWG, but all of their other products are verified and highly recommended. Think goat milk and pure aloe. Save 30% now.
This is the perfect solution for anyone who is active: It’s water-resistant up to eighty minutes, SPF 30, and really nicely priced. I used this all last Summer. Loved it. No scent. It has an EWG rating of 2 out of 10.
If you are looking for zero sunshine, but want to look tan, here's your answer. I use this product for touchups on my arms and chest. It is great and gives you the lightest color that's never orange. Using the brush is key! The product never touches your hands. It has a EWG rating of 2. Find a special offer at...
It throws shade in the best of ways. Your best friend for a day at the beach is some shade. It's light to carry and snaps right open. This makes a great gift for any beach lover.
Sunnyscreen is a broad-spectrum sunscreen line with three different formulas for babies and kiddos. It was created by former teacher, Supergoop CEO and Founder Holly Thaggard. It rates a EWG Score of 2. The ingredients in this product pose a LOW health concern. Save 20% with Code: SUNSALE thru May 29th.
EWG Verified natural sun care products feature 100% mineral sunscreens with non-nano zinc oxide, a natural sunscreen face stick and a calendula aftersun melt-in gel.
