The sun can cause serious damage to your skin during the summer months, so consider the benefits of using an organic sunscreen. Sunscreens made without organic ingredients contain chemical ingredients that can be just as damaging to your skin as the sun itself. By using an organic sunscreen that contains only natural herbs and minerals, you will be giving your skin the best possible care. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are two of the minerals used to help block UV and sun rays. Both elements remain on the skin’s surface to block harmful rays, and since neither is absorbed into the skin, they are non-allergenic and non-irritating to sensitive skin. This is wonderful to know when using the product on infants and young children.

Sunscreens made from organic products often include vitamins, soothing herbs, and plant proteins to help nourish and heal the skin. They vary in effectiveness based on sun protection factor (SPF) rating as all sunscreens do. The higher the SPF, the better the product will be at blocking the sun’s energy. They are available in cream, lotion, spray products, and can be found in health food stores, department stores, and online merchants. Even with a high SPF rating, sunscreens should be applied frequently when the need for maximum protection arises. The skin will absorb the sunscreen quickly, so frequent applications will be necessary. Participating in water activities will cause a loss of sunscreen from your skin, so reapply it immediately when you get out of the water.

Organic sunscreen costs an average of $29.95 for a two-ounce supply, but since they’re made with no added water, the product can go a long way. Other organic skin products are available, such as afterburn creams and lotions and protective lip balms. The summer months should be a joyous time for you and your family. If you have children, you should make sure to protect them with organic children’s sunscreen that will block the sun’s harmful rays without irritating the skin.