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Sunshine - Zinc Oxide Cream (JUNE DROP)
We know the sun is beneficial to our health, but we don’t want to burn our skin because we know that is harmful to us. As part of my summer series, I have created this cream that uses natural ingredients that provide some benefits for our time out in the sun.
Using natural oils for sun protection has many benefits, especially when using them in combination with specific essential oils. Sadly, there is no financial incentive to clinically test carrier oils for their SPF values, so I don’t make any claims related to that aspect of this product.
I will however highlight the oils used and my reasoning for including them in this product.
One of the most versatile sun protective carrier oils is Raspberry Seed Oil. There are several scientific studies recognizing the sun protective benefits of Raspberry Seed Oil. “Raspberry Seed Oil provided average UV protection by absorbing the harmful UV-rays and ensured consumer safety and avoidance of harmful organic UV filters with potential toxic effects.” https://skin.dermsquared.com/skin/article/view/2939/2213
Organic Broccoli Seed Oil is considered an antioxidant, anti-aging, antifungal, sun-protective, anti-allergic, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory. “Sulforaphane mobilizes cellular defenses that protect skin against damage by UV radiation".” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17956979/
Buriti Oil is reported to have the highest beta-carotene content of all carrier oils, it is excellent for signs of aging and inflammatory skin conditions, such as acne, eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. Organic Buriti Oil is considered antioxidant and photo protective. “The oil extracted from the buriti pulp is utilized by the cosmetics industry for products such as sun creams and creams for treating burns and preventing early skin aging due to its cicatrizing and antiaging action, which is attributed to the antioxidants (carotenoids and tocopherols) that act by eliminating free radicals.” https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9229003/
Pomegranate Seed Oil is reputed to possess an unofficial SPF of 8. This oil is thought to stimulate keratinocytes, which are the cells found in the outer layer of the skin as well as being rich in antioxidants. “pomegranate seed oil show to inhibit markers for UVB-induced skin damage…Recently, pomegranate (Punica granatum) extracts have gained significant attention because of their beneficial effects, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial activity. In addition, in vitro studies on cell cultures of normal human epidermal keratinocytes highlighted the protective effects of pomegranate fruit extract against UV-A and UV-B radiation.” https://www.researchgate.net/publication/332280336_Use_of_Vegetable_Oils_to_Improve_the_Sun_Protection_Factor_of_Sunscreen_Formulations
Tamanu Oil is one of the few oils to be verified as sun protective, with a specific SPF value, in clinical scientific literature. A Pub med article attributes an SPF value of 11.2 to this Oil. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33721242/According to this article, the sun protective benefits of Organic Tamanu Oil are likely due to the high proportion of calophyllolides found in this oil. Another study corroborates this claim, but states the the SPF value for Tamanu Oil is between 18 – 22. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17188472/
Made With: Shea Butter, Broccoli Seed Oil, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Tamanu Oil, Red Raspberry Seed Oil, Buriti Oil, Lavender EO, Sweet Orange EO, Geranium EO, Vitamin E,
How to Use: Apply generously to clean, dry skin before sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours, or after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
Why You'll Love It:
• Natural protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays
• Non-nano zinc oxide for safe, physical sun defense
• Free from: harmful chemicals, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil
• Infused with organic oils to hydrate and soothe skin
• Gentle formula that can be used with children
• Lightly scented with essential oils
• Packaged in a reusable, eco-friendly 2 oz amber glass jar
• Small-batch, handmade in Mississippi
2 oz amber glass jar
I hope you enjoy this product and always use common sense when having fun in the sun. All information is for educational purposes only, not to treat, cure or diagnose. Sunshine is not a certified sunscreen and makes no SPF claims. Not tested or approved by the FDA. Not intended to protect against sunburn. No medical or drug-level claims are being made. This product is intended as cosmetic skin care only.
We know the sun is beneficial to our health, but we don’t want to burn our skin because we know that is harmful to us. As part of my summer series, I have created this cream that uses natural ingredients that provide some benefits for our time out in the sun.
Using natural oils for sun protection has many benefits, especially when using them in combination with specific essential oils. Sadly, there is no financial incentive to clinically test carrier oils for their SPF values, so I don’t make any claims related to that aspect of this product.
I will however highlight the oils used and my reasoning for including them in this product.
One of the most versatile sun protective carrier oils is Raspberry Seed Oil. There are several scientific studies recognizing the sun protective benefits of Raspberry Seed Oil. “Raspberry Seed Oil provided average UV protection by absorbing the harmful UV-rays and ensured consumer safety and avoidance of harmful organic UV filters with potential toxic effects.” https://skin.dermsquared.com/skin/article/view/2939/2213
Organic Broccoli Seed Oil is considered an antioxidant, anti-aging, antifungal, sun-protective, anti-allergic, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory. “Sulforaphane mobilizes cellular defenses that protect skin against damage by UV radiation".” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17956979/
Buriti Oil is reported to have the highest beta-carotene content of all carrier oils, it is excellent for signs of aging and inflammatory skin conditions, such as acne, eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. Organic Buriti Oil is considered antioxidant and photo protective. “The oil extracted from the buriti pulp is utilized by the cosmetics industry for products such as sun creams and creams for treating burns and preventing early skin aging due to its cicatrizing and antiaging action, which is attributed to the antioxidants (carotenoids and tocopherols) that act by eliminating free radicals.” https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9229003/
Pomegranate Seed Oil is reputed to possess an unofficial SPF of 8. This oil is thought to stimulate keratinocytes, which are the cells found in the outer layer of the skin as well as being rich in antioxidants. “pomegranate seed oil show to inhibit markers for UVB-induced skin damage…Recently, pomegranate (Punica granatum) extracts have gained significant attention because of their beneficial effects, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial activity. In addition, in vitro studies on cell cultures of normal human epidermal keratinocytes highlighted the protective effects of pomegranate fruit extract against UV-A and UV-B radiation.” https://www.researchgate.net/publication/332280336_Use_of_Vegetable_Oils_to_Improve_the_Sun_Protection_Factor_of_Sunscreen_Formulations
Tamanu Oil is one of the few oils to be verified as sun protective, with a specific SPF value, in clinical scientific literature. A Pub med article attributes an SPF value of 11.2 to this Oil. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33721242/According to this article, the sun protective benefits of Organic Tamanu Oil are likely due to the high proportion of calophyllolides found in this oil. Another study corroborates this claim, but states the the SPF value for Tamanu Oil is between 18 – 22. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17188472/
Made With: Shea Butter, Broccoli Seed Oil, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Tamanu Oil, Red Raspberry Seed Oil, Buriti Oil, Lavender EO, Sweet Orange EO, Geranium EO, Vitamin E,
How to Use: Apply generously to clean, dry skin before sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours, or after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
Why You'll Love It:
• Natural protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays
• Non-nano zinc oxide for safe, physical sun defense
• Free from: harmful chemicals, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil
• Infused with organic oils to hydrate and soothe skin
• Gentle formula that can be used with children
• Lightly scented with essential oils
• Packaged in a reusable, eco-friendly 2 oz amber glass jar
• Small-batch, handmade in Mississippi
2 oz amber glass jar
I hope you enjoy this product and always use common sense when having fun in the sun. All information is for educational purposes only, not to treat, cure or diagnose. Sunshine is not a certified sunscreen and makes no SPF claims. Not tested or approved by the FDA. Not intended to protect against sunburn. No medical or drug-level claims are being made. This product is intended as cosmetic skin care only.