Absolutely LOVE this, especially the scent!
I received this product as part of a promotion at no cost to myself...and I wish I could continue to! It's fantastic but a bit pricey.<br />Sunscreen is absolutely necessary year round, even though it’s not commonly thought of during this chilly season. Did you know that the sun is actually closer to the earth during the winter while, at the same time, the ozone layer is actually at it’s thinnest? It’s true! The National Science Foundation Polar Programs UV Monitoring Network will tell you as much- so we’re actually at an increased risk for UV exposure, especially if you’re a winter sports enthusiast. According to skincancer.org, anyone hitting the slopes may want to remember; “Higher altitude means increased risk of sun-induced skin damage, since UV radiation exposure increases 4 to 5 percent with every 1,000 feet above sea level. At an altitude of 9,000 to 10,000 feet, UV radiation may be 35 to 45 percent more intense than at sea level. In addition, snow reflects up to 80 percent of the UV light from the sun, meaning that you are often hit by the same rays twice. This only increases the risk for damage.”<br />When heading out skiing or beaching, the above pictured is a new favourite for our skincare. The Sun ‘N’ Fun description reads that this;<br />Chemical free, non toxic, not greasy, no white cast, EWG Rating 1.<br />Natural with Organic ingredients, Zinc 20%<br />Contains fresh and inviting (natural) scent of marshmallow & chocolate, that kids love<br />Can be used by kids and adults alike<br />moisturizing with antioxidants<br />suncreen sun protection.<br />The 1 rating means that this sunscreen has the lowest hazard rating possible, and when seventy-five percent of sunscreens and 90 percent of SPF moisturizers tested in the Environmental Working Group’s “2013 Guide to Safer Sunscreens” were found unsafe or ineffective, that’s a major plus. We typically use my homemade sunscreen for that reason but this one does appear to contain a fairly comprehensive ingredient list. It also includes the antioxidant tocopherol (from soy), which enhances sun damage protection.<br />When they say that it smells of marshmallow and chocolate, it smells EXACTLY like that and my daughter loved it. My husband loathes sunscreen and hates wearing it but he readily agreed to where this one whenever asked as a result of the scent. He said, “I would be a walking dessert” and then make innuendo regarding as much. Men. Heh.
Rating: 5 stars