This is what Ive been using for my kids. I like it because its the purest sunscreen I can find. Its by Lavera, you can order it on there website or you can find it in London Drugs. The new 2010 line includes European regulations, if you dont know already, Europe has some of the best laws that ban alot of these toxic ingredients that we are using here in North America. Its made from 100% natural mineral pigments, which protect agains UV-A,B,C. The chemical compounds found in synthetic sunscreens, have been found stored in body fat and breast milk, these chemicals can mimic estrogen. These sunscreens are also reef friendly, and biodegradable. Its also great for people who have sensitive skin or skin allergies, its fine for people who also have eczema, or dermatitis. It does contain some organic ingredients as well. I prefer the cream over the spray, but my kids are little so the spray gets everywhere unless you spray it in your hands. It shouldnt be used on babys younger then 6 months.
To calculate your SPF follow these guidelines:
Fair skin – can stay in the sun 10 minutes before burning
Olive skin – can stay in the sun 15 minutes before burning
Dark skin – can stay in the sun 20 minutes before burning
Now multiply SPF by the number of minutes you can stay in the sun before burning. For example: (SPF) 20 x 10 (Fair skin) = 200 minutes (amount of time you can stay in the sun before burning if you have Fair skin and use an SPF of 20).
Lavera
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