We love the sun here in Southwest Florida. It is an integral part of our flora, our economy, and our way of life. But if you think sunscreen is only for when you go to the beach, think again! Wearing sunscreen daily not only protects your skin from the sun but is also one of the best-kept secrets for anti-aging. Choosing a reef-safe formula also protects our environment.
Do You Want Healthy, Younger-Looking Skin?
Try sunscreen products that protect and hydrate at the same time. The sun’s rays are powerful enough to destroy our DNA, which can happen when solar radiation reaches your skin. The most damaging UV radiation comes from UVA and UVB radiation. That’s why we need to wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen that can help prevent these harmful rays from damaging our skin cells.
Some people may believe it’s not good to wear sunscreen every day. But just like eating a good breakfast or staying active is an important part of our daily routine, keeping ourselves safe from these harmful rays is vital to our health. The sun’s rays can penetrate clouds and glass and bounce off water and sand! That’s why we must wear sunscreen every day – it is essential to a healthy way of life to protect our skin.
When your skin is exposed to the sun’s rays, this can damage your skin’s connective tissue, causing you to develop more wrinkles and lines. Believe it or not, sunscreen can be one of the best anti-aging products on the market! Sun damage on the skin can also raise your risk for skin cancer, one of the most common types of cancer in the United States.
Can’t I Skip the Moisturizer and Use Sunscreen Instead?
Unfortunately, it doesn’t really work that way. We need to find products that will both nourish and protect our skin. We recommend dōTERRA’s natural mineral-based “sun” products. They are packed with skin-loving ingredients like avocado oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E. The face and body lotion give your skin hydration while delivering SPF 30 for broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection.
Dermatologists recommend using sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30, which offers protection of 97% UVB light. Apply evenly if using a spray – spray in one spot for two seconds and rub it in thoroughly. For sticks and creams, always apply twice to the exposed area. Reapplying every 80 minutes will help you stay protected when the products wear off every few hours.
Apply sunscreen daily! This is the most effective way to decrease the early signs of aging and the risk of skin cancer.
Stay Safe with doTERRA Sun
A good sunscreen system doesn’t have to be complicated. Consider these products:
- dōTERRA sun Lip Balm: Non-nano zinc oxide with SPF 20 broad spectrum protection
- dōTERRA sun Body Spray: For quick 30 SPF full body application
- dōTERRA sun Face + Body Lotion: For thorough 30 SPF coverage
- dōTERRA sun Face Stick: Designed to feel and function like a lightweight daily moisturizer
- dōTERRA sun Face + Body Stick: Extra 40 SPF coverage where needed
- dōTERRA sun After Sun Spray: Vitamin E, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, red algae extract, and Arnica montana flower extract that provides soothing, nourishing benefits to the skin.
With both hydration and skin protection packed into one product line, you get the benefits of UVA and UVB protection and hydration that nourishes and moisturizes with minimal visible residue. All these products are packed with high-quality natural ingredients that you can confidently wear every day and feel good about knowing they are reef-safe and protecting our Southwest Florida environment.
Susie Bagwell is a dōTERRA Wellness advocate and has over 20 years of experience with essential oils. She is a former massage therapist and teaches classes throughout the area at schools, hospitals, and wellness centers. She can also be found at various farmers’ markets throughout Southwest Florida, where she offers discounted wellness packages.
To schedule a wellness consultation, call or text 586.604.3500 or visit: www.iloveoils.com.