While many
believe and repeat the motto that the sun is the cause of skin cancer, a lot of
researches have shown that there are a number of factors involved in developing
cancer.
Even more, some
researches have suggested that the sun actually prevents skin cancer and that
the burning you get from it is your body’s way of saying ‘ That’s too much for me !’
This is no longer
seen as ‘conspiracy’ ; what alternative health research has been saying
for years about the dangers of sunscreens is now admitted in the mainstream.
Almost all the commercial sunscreens speed up your risk of skin cancer ;
as opposed to protecting your skin against sunburn.
So what are the
health related costs of using sunscreens ?
Some research
found throughout medical journals that there isn’t a clear answer for this. In
the year 1930 people used to go out in the sun all the time but it was rare for
them to have skin cancer, yet in the past 30 years, rates of cancer have gone
up 1800 %.
Don’t you think
that constant daily exposure of these items found to cause cancer, plays a
bigger role than the sun, which we are only exposed to for a few hours or
minutes throughout the day ?
ARE THERE ANY
TOXIC INGREDIENTS IN YOUR SUNSCREEN ?
Almost all commercial
sunscreens contain toxic ingredients or Endocrine Disrupting chemicals that in
many cases can cause skin cancer.
Even natural,
commercially available sunscreens often have toxic ingredients.
The two most
popular chemicals you will notice as an active ingredient are RETINYL PALMITATE and OXYBENZONE.
RETINYL PALMITATE : Is a form of Vitamin A Palmitate used in
sunscreens. However when exposed to sunlight for long periods of time it
increases the development of skin lesions and tumors. Due to it’s harmful
effects, The Environmental Working Group recommends that people avoid ALL
products containing Retinyl Palmitate. This means sunscreens and many cosmetic
products.
OXYBENZONE : Is a potential Endocrine- Disrupting chemical
that can cause hormone disrupting and Cell Damage. It is found in well over the
majority of sunscreens on the market.
Other Toxic Chemicals are :
- Para-aminobenzoic acid ( PABA), including
octyl-dimenthyl PABA.
- Benzophenones, especially benzophenone -3,
Oxybenzone.
- Cinnamates, namely octyl-methoxycinnamate (
OMC).
- Homosalate.
- 4-methyl-benzylidene camphor (4-MBC).
-
Considering a lot
of people these days are acually Vitamin D deficient, I think the lack of sun
exposure can be a much bigger problem than too much exposure. Vitamin D
deficency has been linked to many types of cancers including the most deadly
types of breast cancer.
In most cases, I
suggest to get a little bit of sun exposure everyday without getting close to
the point of burning. Since most of us don’t work outside these days, it
acually takes effort to get daily sun, rather than to avoid it.
In case you were
going to be out in the sun for much longer than your skin is used to, I suggest
to put on a hat and use a 100% ORGANIC sunscreen.
AVOID THE TOXIC
SUNSCREENS AND GO FOR HEALTHIER CHOICES INSTEAD !
When shopping for
sunscreens and other beauty products be sure to read the labels and avoid
products containing toxic chemicals. Look for sunscreens that contain Zinc and
Titanium minerals as opposed to the active ingredients listed above.
Only use
sunscreens when absolutely necessary. Sunscreen doesn’t allow the body to
absorb Vitamin D from sunlight. So if you’re planning on being outside for a
short period of time, skip the sunscreen and feed your body the Vitamin D that
will keep it healthy.
MAKE YOUR OWN
ORGANIC SUNSCREEN :
What I really
love about my homemade organic sunscreen is that I know what Is going Into my
product.
There are several
oils, butters and other natural ingredients that provide natural sun
protection. While most of these offer low amounts of sun protection, when added
to your homemade sunscreen they nourish the skin and offer some protection
against sun burn and the other effects of excessive sun.
For this
sunscreen, you will need ALL-organic coconut oil, Shea butter, sesame oil or
jojoba oil, Eucalyptus essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Vitamin E oil,
Zinc Oxide (non nano).
Important :
Nano or micronized Zinc OXIDE has been treated to reduce the size
of its particles, creating an ultra fine powder. When added to sunscreens it
doesn’t leave a while film on the skin, thus making it a popular choice in many
commercial sunscreens. But using it can enter the body through the skin and
cause health issues.
When purchasing it make sure you purchase a non nano Zinc Oxide
that has particle sizes as large as possible (330 nm).
Use the Zinc
recommendations below to make it easier for you :
FOR SPF2-5 :
Use 5% Zinc Oxide.
FOR SPF6-11 :
Use 10% Zinc Oxide.
FOR SPF12-19 :
Use 15% Zinc Oxide.
More than 20 :
Use 20% Zinc Oxide.
Ingredients :
1oz coconut oil
0.8 oz shea butter
0.1 oz sesame oil or jojoba oil
15 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil
15 drops of lavender essential oil
0.1 oz Vitamin E oil
Zinc Oxide powder (determine amount for 2 oz
of lotion)
Gloves, mask and a dark Jar.
Directions :
- Add the coconut oil, shea butter and sesame oil to a makeshift
double boiler. ( To make your own bouble boiler, place a pyrex measuring cup
containing ingredients inside a small pot filled with a few inches of water).
Heat gently until the shea butter is just melted. Remove from double boiler and
allow to cool a little.
-Put on a mask that covers your nose and mouth and measure out
your Zinc Oxide.
-Add Zinc Oxide, Vitamin E oil and the other oils to the
ingredients. Stir well to combine.
-Stor in a dark jar in the refrigerator ( can be stored for six
months).
ENJOY!
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