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<\/a><\/p>\nBadger\u00a0sunscreens<\/a> are consistently\u00a0top-rated\u00a0for safety by the Environmental Working Group, and\u00a0Badger\u00a0strives to educate consumers on the best ways to stay safe while having fun in the sun. We can offer tips on what to look for, such as broad spectrum protection and non-toxic active ingredients.<\/p>\n Well, it is getting close to summer here in NY finally and with my kids in the water and running around in bathing suits it is also time to protect them from the harmful rays of the sun. \u00a0The catch 22 is that many of the sunscreens on the market are full of harmful ingredients and it feels ironic to put something harmful on them to protect them from something harmful. \u00a0Even many sunscreens marketed for kids contain harmful chemicals that are not safe for kids. \u00a0I am very picky about what I use for sunscreen so I am pleased to let you know about Badger Sunscreens.<\/p>\n Badger is manufacturer of the #1 selling sunscreen<\/a> in the US Natural Market. Badger Daily Sunscreens<\/a> are made from the safest possible, most effective ingredients and always include broad spectrum coverage.\u00a0 Badger never uses synthetic chemicals, “fragrances”, parabens or GMOs. \u00a0Badger is a brand I can feel comfortable about applying on my kids. \u00a0My four-year old love the face stick<\/a> because it is easy for him to apply and as a mom I feel okay when he gets a little more than necessary on because it does not contain nasty chemicals. \u00a0The sunscreen is easy to apply and provides great protection, my kids have been very active with it on and it has not failed us even in the water. \u00a0If you are looking for safe sunscreen options for your kids, check out Badger.<\/i><\/p>\n 1.\u00a0Sunscreens are over-the-counter drugs regulated by the FDA.<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0Most people only apply \u00bd to \u00bc the recommended amount of sunscreen. Applying half the amount of sunscreen needed only provides the square root of the SPF. So a half application of SPF30 only provides an SPF 5.5. 3.\u00a0The proper dosage of sunscreen is 1.2 ounces, or about a shot glass of sunscreen, to cover an average-size adult body.<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0The FDA recommends broad spectrum sunscreens which protect against both UVB and UVA rays. Sunscreens are only required to protect you from UVB rays in the United States – look for the words\u00a0\u2018Broad Spectrum\u2019 to ensure UVA protection. 5.\u00a0UVB rays may cause sunburns and skin cancers. UVA rays may cause tanning, premature aging, wrinkles and skin cancers.<\/p>\n 6.\u00a0 The SPF number only tells you how well a sunscreen will protect against UVB. 7.\u00a0\u00a0 Sunscreens with lots of natural plant oils and vitamin E are rich in antioxidants, which help mitigate free radicals caused by sun damage.<\/p>\n 8.\u00a0Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing into your skin (and bloodstream) while mineral sunscreens work by sitting on top of your skin. This is why dermatologists and the Environmental Working Group recommend mineral sunscreens as the safest option.<\/p>\n 9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are the only two approved mineral active sunscreen ingredients in the US. Zinc oxide is the only single active sunscreen ingredient that provides full broad spectrum protection (from UVA & UVB rays).\u00a0 10.\u00a0 Certain sunscreen chemicals have been shown to cause coral bleaching. Mineral sunscreens in a natural base have the least impact on the environment.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Badger is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! \u00a0One lucky blog reader will win a tube of\u00a0ZINC OXIDE SUNSCREEN LOTION – SPF30 ALOE<\/a> and \u00a0a Badger\u00a0SPORT SUNSCREEN STICK SPF35!<\/a>\u00a0 Thank you to Badger for the review sunscreen and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! \u00a0Open to US residents.<\/p>\n Badger Sunscreen Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:<\/strong><\/p>\n Please enter to win using the Rafflecopter widget below. \u00a0Good Luck!!!<\/p>\n<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\nTop Ten Things to know about Sunscreen Protection:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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