Wow it has been awhile! Sorry about that! So I thought I would write a post about all of my cool NATURAL summer finds. I know I know, summer has been hiding from us, at least here in New York, but I am sure it will be here soon and you will be grateful to have this list!
Sunscreen
By now you all know that sunscreen is a must. But it is beneficial to have 10 minutes of sun per day without sunscreen.My recommendation is Azur Sunscreen. It has SPF 30 and it is water resistant. This sunscreen is free from harmful chemicals, especially endocrine disruptors, and it has great ingredients like aloe, vitamin A, C, and E. It actually includes ingredients that are beneficial for the skin's health. I wore it in intense sun and I never got burned.
www.azurskin.com
After Sun Products
Calendula Cream is amazing. I use it for skin irritations, inflammation and especially for sunburns. There are many companies that sell it and you can locate it at your local health food stores. Boiron has one that is reasonably priced. Jurlique has one that is wonderful but it is a little more pricey.
Aloe Vera Gel is always a good bet for sunburns as well. Buy an organic aloe gel and refrigerate it for instant skin cooling.
After I have been in the sun I like to take extra antioxidant support. Sunburns can increase the free radical damage in your cells so it is best to boost your antioxdant level right away. Antioxidants protect us from disease, aging and so much more. Life Pak Nano vitamins are hands down the best ones I have used in my office. www.mindfulhealth.biz
Makeup
So my friend just told me about a product she adores called Josie Maran Organic Tinted Moisturizer. It has SPF 30 and it comes in many different shades. She says it is lightweight, and sheer but it manages to cover your pores while giving your skin a smooth look. She always breaks out when SPF is in her makeup but this one keeps her skin healthy and clear.
www.sephora.com
Josie Maran also has an oil called Argan oil which is great for damaged hair, parched lips and cuticles! Perfect for summer but even better for the dryness of winter!
www.sephora.com
This same friend also told me about Tarte Clean Slate Primer. This product is eco-friendly and it is free of harmful parabens and synthetic products. It has great ingredients like avocado and hibiscus oil and it helps your makeup to stay in place longer, without increasing fine lines and wrinkles.
It is all the rage at Sephora and it is great for summer heat!
Skin Care
I adore Starflower, an organic line out of Austin, Texas, that is affordable and high-quality. They have a toner that is wonderful and refreshing called Cool Citrus C-Weed Toner Mist that is great for sensitive skin!
www.starflower.com
I also love the Starflower's chamomile mask. It exfoliates without being abrasive and it leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth!
www.starflower.com
Hair Care
I love Deva Curl products. Their shampoo and conditioner is amazing. For curly locks I recommend Deva Care One Condition. This conditioner leaves your hair feeling soft without weighing it down!
You can get Deva curl products at Ricky's in NYC or any store that sells professional lines of shampoo and conditioner.
Another conditioner I like is for all hair types and it is called Thera Neem conditioner by Organix. This product is all natural and it is made with organic Neem oil, great for hydrating the hair. A huge plus is it smells amazing! Like coconut sunscreen! You can get this product at most health food stores.
Dr Hauschka Neem Hair Oil
This product strengthens limp hair and softens dry hair. It is all natural and it is great for chemically treated hair or hair that has been exposed to the sun or wind.
www.amazon.com or www.drugstore.com
I hope this was helpful for you. Now you can enjoy the heat knowing you are protected with natural products! More to come soon!
Nicole ~
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