Why Do We Need Natural Sun Protection? 12/27/2009
We all know that getting sunburnt is not a good idea and that sunscreen is the way to prevent sunburn… but what are those chemicals in commercial sunscreens? Latest research has begun to discover some serious problems: ● Octyl-methoxycinnamate – produces free radicals (singlet molecular oxygen) known to be toxic to cells (1) ● Titanium dioxide – causes DNA damage (the cells genetic material) due to superoxide radicals, active oxygen radicals & hydroxyl radicals when exposed to light (2) (3) (4) ● Oxybenzone – is rapidly oxidised in the presence of light and inactivates important antioxidant systems in the skin (the skin’s natural protection system) (5) ● PABA – produces free radicals in the presence of light (1) ● Cinoxate – causes DNA damage (sister chromatid exchanges) (6) Medical Research Papers 1) Chem Res Toxicol 1996 Apr-May; 9(3):605-9; 2) Mutat Res 2000 Mar 3; 466(1):1-7; 3) Free Radic Biol Med 1999 Aug; 27 (3-4);294-300; 4) FEBS Lett 1997 Nov 24; 418(1-2):87-90; 5) J Invest Dermatol, 1996 Mar 106(3):583-6; 6) Mutat Res 1989 Jun 21;2(2): 213 -21 Is there a alternative? Yes its called Reflect Outdoor Balm Reflect is a water-free nourishing balm with natural minerals that help reflect damaging ultraviolet radiation. Micro-fine zinc oxide offers protection from harmful UVB and UVA rays (not nano-zinc) Organic olive oil keeps the skin supple. SPF 15 Beta carotene to prevent skin damage caused by the elements Vitamin E to protect the skin from premature aging Potent antioxidants including vitamin E, beta carotene & polygonum extract, protect the skin from premature aging and prevent damage caused by the elements. Use any time you are exposed to the sun. Click here to order Reflect now Comments07/30/2010 22:29:36 Great post!! Your comment will be posted after it is approved. Leave a Reply | AuthorKristine Miles ArchivesAugust 2011 CategoriesAll 
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