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Should you wear sunscreen in Fall?
Wear Sunscreen Fall Absolutely. Sun safety isn’t a summer-only thing. Over 20% of Americans will develop skin cancer, with much of the skin damage occurring during colder weather. The sun doesn’t care if the air’s chilly, the sky’s cloudy, or you’re drinking a pumpkin latte. Its rays damage your skin...
6 Skincare Ingredients to Avoid while Pregnant
As a pregnant mom, you’re not only thinking about your skincare but your baby’s health. Did you know chemical sunscreen and skincare ingredients can enter your bloodstream by absorbing through your skin after topical application? A study from the Journal of the American Medical Association discovered chemical sunscreen ingredients were...
10 Healthy Skin Hacks
Healthy Skin Hacks Moms have a lot to accomplish during a typical day, and skincare sometimes gets pushed way down the priority list. We’d like to share several healthy skin hacks and strategies, as common-sense solutions to some common skin troubles, that don’t require the time or expense of a...
Sun Safety Educational Materials
Sun Safety Educational Materials Waxhead works with community groups throughout the US to teach kids how to be safe in the sun. These Sun Safety worksheets and activity sheets offer support to teachers, parents and youth group leaders in elementary school and middle/high schools. The benefits of sunlight are undeniable....
What is Chemical Sunscreen?
There are two basic types of sunscreens — chemical and physical. Each work differently to block the sun’s rays. Chemical sunscreens protect skin by absorbing the sun’s rays. They do this by seeping into your skin. This is why chemical sunscreens apply smoothly, without leaving a thick film, using active ingredients...
First Time Camping Tips
First Time Camping Tips I’m not a natural camper. I do love the outdoors with my family, but I don’t take naturally to sleeping outside. If you're like me, here are some camping tips. My Boy Scout hubby has taken us on several camping trips, and on every one of...
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