WELLNESS AUTHOR
Chad Dyer
IS DIY SUNSCREEN A BRIGHT IDEA? n Homemade sunscreen may not be the safest choice, but there are numerous options from stores that should fit your needs.
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ummer is here and with it comes sand hiding in between your toes, freshly squeezed lemonade and beach time trends. One trend that has made its way into the limelight is DIY sunscreen. Now it may be impossible to combat elusive sand or to perfect your lemonade recipe, but protecting your skin from harsh sunlight is as easy as a trip to any general stores. You may hear more people talk about DIY sunscreen — how it can be a vegan or an organic option to protect your skin — but is it safe? In short, making your own sunscreen,
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as attractive as the idea sounds, is not guaranteed safety from the harsh rays produced by the sun. “One formulating their own sunscreen is not worth the risk of the consequences of a bad sunburn,” says Dr. Emily Wood, a board-certified dermatologist from Westlake Dermatology. Unfortunately, the oils typically used in DIY sunscreen lack vital traits that make sunscreen such a good deterrent for sunburns.
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