Today I am teaming up with The Honest Company to share some tips for sunscreen sun safety this summer! And stay tuned for a great giveaway at the end of this post, too!
Sunscreen Sun Safety Tips
- Wear Sunscreen (Duh.)
Quick side note: Am I the only one who always thinks of that one graduation song from the ‘90s whenever they hear the words “wear sunscreen” together? Meeeemories!
Though “wear sunscreen” was a line of advice in that song, it’s advice that has some serious merit. This is the most obvious tip and also number one on my list of sunscreen sun safety tips because it is so, so important. (I seriously cringe when I think back to my teenage/college days when I didn’t bother putting on sunscreen. Ugh!) In addition to shielding the body from harmful sunrays, sunscreen helps decrease the risk of developing skin cancer and prevents premature aging of the skin, brown spots (my personal nemesis) and blotchiness.
Skin cancer runs in my family so while I understand the importance of protecting my skin from a health standpoint, it wasn’t until I entered my late 20s and began noticing brown spots on my face that I became much more aware of the importance of sunscreen from a purely aesthetic standpoint.
The Honest Company recently sent me their newest formulation of their Honest Mineral Sunscreen to try during my recent travels to Jacksonville Beach. Ryan, Chase and I used the sunscreen during two trips to the beach and found the sunscreen non-irritating, lightweight, non-greasy and effective.
Pediatrically and dermatologically tested, the new formulation of The Honest Company‘s Mineral Sunscreen is clinically tested to be safe and effective and is recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation as an effective broad spectrum sunscreen. We go through a LOT of sunscreen in our house, especially during the summer when we seem to spend nearly every single weekend on our boat on the lake, so I’m happy I’ll only have to pack one bottle of sunscreen that will work and is safe and gentle for the whole family.
- Regularly Reapply Sunscreen
Applying sunscreen in the morning and forgetting about it for the rest of the day isn’t going to cut it! Reapplying sunscreen regularly – at least every two hours is recommended – will help keep your skin properly protected.
- Don’t Forget Sunscreen On Cloudy Days
I always think of my friend Kristen when it’s cloudy outside and I remember to put on sunscreen because when we were back in high school lifeguarding together, she got one of the worst sunburns on an overcast day in Illinois. Just because the clouds are out doesn’t mean your skin isn’t vulnerable! UVA rays can still reach the skin through thick clouds!
- Use At Least SPF 30
I remember the days when I first started to realize I should probably be using sunscreen… I used to look for sunscreen with minimal SPF because I wanted to be TAN, man! Well, now I’d much rather be safe (and, let’s be honest, prevent wrinkles and dark spots), so I reach for SPF 30 and higher when I’m lathering up! SPF 30, when applied correctly, blocks out approximately 96 percent of UVB rays and SPF 50 increases this number to 98 percent.
- Don’t Rely Solely On Sunscreen For Protection
If I know I’m going to be out on the boat all day long, I always pack a hat, sunglasses and a cover up. Even if I’m diligent about reapplying sunscreen, sometimes I can just feel the heat on my skin and know I need additional protection. Now that we have a baby in the mix, I’m already planning to keep him in the shade on the boat as much as possible and keep a swim shirt and sun hat on hand.
- Check Expiration Dates
Sunscreens come with expiration dates for a reason! Many people store sunscreen in a closet all winter and go back to using the same bottle again the next summer without checking the expiration date which can make the sunscreen less effective.
Giveaway + Discount
PBF Reader Discount
The Honest Company is offering PBF readers who order their first bundle 35 percent off with the code SUNPBF35OFF, valid through June 30. (Full details below.) We love their diapering bundle (great discounts on their diapers and wipes) but bundles that include cleaning supplies, personal care and health and wellness items are also available.
Giveaway
Now for the giveaway! One PBF reader will win a collection of items from The Honest Company! The winner will receive the following:
- The Honest Company Sunscreen
- The Honest Company Sunscreen Spray
- The Honest Company Sunscreen Stick
- The Honest Company Body Wash/Shampoo
- The Honest Company Conditioner
- The Honest Company Lotion
To enter this PBF giveaway, please visit The Honest Company‘s website and leave a comment on this blog post, telling me which sunscreen product you’d like to try most and one thing you are looking forward to this summer! Do you have a fun vacation planned? Are you looking forward to more time outside? Let me know!
I will randomly select a winner next Friday.
Good luck!
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Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by The Honest Company who provided products and payment. All opinions are my own. Thank you so much for your support!
Terms: *Eligible for new honest.com Bundle subscribers only. Limit 1 Promo Code per customer/household. Code must be entered into “Promo Code” section at Checkout. Ends at 11:59 p.m. (PST) on 6/30/2016. Valid for up to 2 Bundles purchased in a single transaction. Cannot be applied to previous purchases, Gift Card purchases or Gift Bundles. Cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other promotion. Terms subject to change at any time.
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Looking forward to our friends from Austrailia visiting in July. We will be taking them to Banff and Lake Louise. Also need sunscreen in the mountains.
I’m going to Nashville for the first time this summer with my boyfriend- can’t wait!
We are taking my babies to disneyworld!
We’re excited for weekends at the lake!
Looking forward to pool parties in the neighborhood and lazy weekends!
We’re lucky enough to live just a few blocks from the beach, and the river! I can’t wait for lots of sun days beaching and boating (with sunscreen of course!)
I’m looking forward to heading down to NJ to see my soon-to-arrive nephew and head to the beaches that I grew up running around and swimming at. This summer, though, I’ll sit in a beach chair with good beach reads and let myself relax!
Were laying low this summer, we have a now born baby boy and a 22 month old daughter. Lots of pool time planned ?
Looking forward to hiking in Banff!
I am excited to visit my friend in Florida in a couple of weeks for a short 4 day vacation! Looking forward to hanging with my best friend and being on a beach 🙂
I’m getting married July 16th! Would love to try the Honest Company!
I am looking forward to going to my lake house in Wisconsin!
I’m most looking forward to my bachelorette party!! I’m
from Illinois as well, so a few days on the beach with my best friends is going to be amazing!
congrats to you!!
I’m looking forward to beach days!
Can’t wait to see family and spend time outdoors in Colorado and Seattle this summer (where our families live).
My husband and I are going to Bogota in a few weeks and will definitely need sunscreen as the city is nearly 9000 feet above sea level. Even though we are used to the sun in Florida, I know that it will be much stronger at that elevation! The sunscreen stick would be especially helpful for reapplication throughout the day!
all great reminders! I’m looking forward to camping and tackling another 14er with my fiance!
I have 4 weddings to go to this summer (which means 4 bachelorette parties!!) – and I’m a bridesmaid in 2 of the weddings. Gonna be a fun and busy summer for sure!
I am looking forward to spending more time with my daughter this summer doing fun activities outside.
First, I’m looking forward to finally turning 21 this summer! And also, I am a nanny so I can’t wait for school to be out to be able to take my kids to fun places like to the pool, splash parks, the zoo, and the children’s museum!
I am so excited for some camping trips this summer! And our new dog will be joining us, so it will be even more fun!
Since I am a teacher, I am looking forward to a break from work and spending more time with my 2 kids!
I’m spending some time with family in South Carolina, so I’m looking forward to hiking and being outdoors!
Vacation and Baby #2 at the end of August!
looking forward to being a bridesmaid in my friend’s wedding in July!
I’m looking forward to hikes, the beach, swimming, watermelon and cook outs!
Looking forward to a trip to Yosemite!
Looking forward to lots of time in the pool with my toddler!
I’m looking forward to swim lessons and pool time with our toddler.
we’re getting married this fall so this summer is going to be a lot of enjoying the activities in the greater Boston area, including hiking, biking, and day trips everywhere! Looking forward to the beach, and being outside, finally!
I’m looking forward to spending time with my family at home and at the beach!
I’ve been wanting to try that Honest Company sunscreen spray. I’m allergic to most chemical sunscreens and have to use natural products like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, but it can be touch to find a product that doesn’t leave me ghostly white, or take forever to rub in. I’m really looking forward to spending more time outside this summer! We live right near a beach and park on the lake, and I’m looking forward to lots of BBQs and swimming 🙂
Looking forward to some pool time so sunscreen will definitely be needed!
We’re expecting our first child this fall, so this summer I’m looking forward to getting a nursery all set up and enjoying time with my husband before our new arrival joins our family!
I got married last summer, so we were thinking this summer would be more ‘low key,’ but with a trip to Europe, spendinga week in the ADKS with family, & working on our new house, we will be busy busy!
I’m training for a marathon this summer!
Heading the Jersey Shore!
We love lake days, sunny or not! I’m 4 months pregnant so I’m looking forward to seeing my little bump grow and having fun lake days!
I look forward to being on the lake and just spending time outside with friends!
I am looking forward to no schedules, getting up early, or rushing since I am a teacher and have time to rejuvenate over the summer! Thanks for your sunscreen tips!
Having fun at the pool this weekend for Memorial Day!!
Looking forward to pool time, even though it means chasing my step-daughter around to get her to put sunscreen on.
My husband and I are lucky enough to be able to take two vacations this summer. One to Montana for a family reunion and one to Canada for a wedding. Can’t wait for summer!
A friend’s destination wedding in Cancun!
I’m looking forward to our first family vacation to Colorado!
I am excited to take our little one to Disneyland this summer. It is all she has been talking about…meeting the princesses!
We are taking our 10 month old to the beach! Can’t wait to see how she does!
I’m looking forward to three months of no exams, papers, or assignments! College is hard!
I’m looking forward to travelling with my husband and baby (almost 10 months) to see my parents out of state. My dad hasn’t seen her since October so I’m excited for him to see how much my daughter has grown!
I’m obsessed with sunscreen! My Irish skin does not want to tan, but I will get a fair amount of freckles 😉
I’m looking forward to spending as much time on the river as possible this summer. Any day by the water is a good one in my book!