Before we dive into this article and teach you how to make the best homemade sunscreen, let me warn you that most sunscreens contain harmful chemicals or endocrine disruptors, which can often accelerate the development of skin cancer and increase the body's production of free radicals.
The experts say that many people around the world are actually Vitamin D deficient, which means that lack of sun exposure is a much bigger problem than too much exposure. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to many types of cancers including the deadliest types of breast cancer. Lack of Vitamin D has also been linked to problems during pregnancy including pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, premature labor, and more. So, you need sun, and you also need good sun protection, right?
As we said, most conventional sunscreen can be full of harmful chemicals and toxins. This means one thing – you should definitely try this homemade sunscreen recipe! Not only does it protect your skin from getting burnt, but also nourishes and hydrates your skin with essential vitamins and nutrients! This homemade sunscreen recipe is very simple and easy to make. You just have to follow the simple instructions. Here’s what you need to do:
Homemade Natural Sunscreen – RECIPE
You will need the following ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon beeswax
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 5 drops of essential oil of your choice
Directions:
Here’s what you need to do. It’s very simple: you just have to put all ingredients in a glass container, which is in a pot of boiling water – so the ingredients can melt and mix well. After that, you should remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Note: you can also add your favorite essential oil. After that, you should transfer the mixture into a wide-mouthed container with a lid.The sunscreen will be much thicker, when it cools. And make sure you store your sunscreen in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator. We really hope you find this article helpful and don’t forget to share it with your friends and family. Thank you and take care!
