As summer approaches, we parents usually worry about the best way to protect our children from the sun so they can enjoy being outside without damaging their skin. But what if ‘sun protection’ is actually causing more harm than good?
Many of us have been convinced that the sun is dangerous for our children's delicate skin and the only safe way to have them outside is to slather them in sunscreen. Not only is this untrue, but the majority of sunscreens have toxic ingredients that leach into the skin and have been linked to diseases including cancer.
This week’s newsletter will shine a light on the science behind sunlight’s health benefits, and how to enjoy it safely. Read below for a list of the sun’s benefits and how to help your child get some safe and healthy sun exposure this summer, including our favourite non-toxic sunscreen brands.
We've also included a link to a clever sun exposure calculator that helps determine the safe amount of time without sunscreen based on skin type, time of day and location.
Hope you have a chance to enjoy whatever sun we're lucky enough to get for the Jubilee weekend!
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