Natural Sun-Screen It really works!

Today is June 1, 2015 and for many people it's the first day of Summer. Many children are already out of school for summer and most everyone will be out by the weeks end. Many of us will be out in the sun and enjoying the warm weather. 

However many of us will purchase sun screen and or sunblock to prevent burning and the damage it causes. Have you ever stopped and read the list of chemicals in your bottle of sunscreen?  Did you know some of the chemicals found in sunscreen can cause cancer along with other serious side effects and keep you from absorbing  proper levels of vitamin D from the sunlight!

There is an alternative solution and you can make it yourself at home. Yes you can make your own sunscreen and it's actually healthy and has many benefits when used properly.

Home Made Sun Screen

Many of the ingredients in this recipe have a natural SPF but since this is a natural recipe and has not been tested by a regulatory organization, I can’t make any claims or even guesses as to the combined SPF. The individual ingredients that are naturally SPF are:

• Coconut Oil- SPF 4-6
• Shea Butter – SPF 4-6
• Almond Oil- SPF around 5
• Zinc Oxide SPF 2-20 (depending on how much used)
• Red Raspberry Seed Oil SPF 25-50
• Carrot Seed Oil –  SPF 35-40

Sun protective ability depends on the amount of each ingredient used. This sunscreen is somewhat, but not completely, waterproof and will need to be reapplied after sweating or swimming. Make sure not to inhale the Zinc Oxide- use a mask if necessary! This recipe has an SPF of about 15, though adding more Zinc Oxide will increase the SPF. Add more beeswax to make thicker sunscreen, less to make smooth sunscreen. I recommend coconut or vanilla extract or lavender essential oils for fragrance. Store in a cool, dry place or in the fridge

Ingredients:

• ½ Cup Almond Oil
• ¼ Cup Coconut Oil
• 2 Tbsp Shea Butter
• ¼ Cup Beeswax
• 2 Tbsp Zinc Oxide
• 1 Tbsp Red Raspberry Seed Oil

This formulation can be used everyday with no ill side-effects. In fact it will make your skin look years younger and repair damaged skin from over exposure to sun light. It will also keep the nasty chemicals out of your body and your children's bodies too!!!

So have a great week and an awesome, safe SUMMER!!!

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Texas Metabolics