The sun is a powerful force that provides light, warmth, and energy to our planet. However, it also emits harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can damage our skin, causing sunburn, premature aging, and even skin cancer. That’s why sunscreen is an essential part of our daily routine, especially during the summer months or when spending time outdoors.
While sunscreen is readily available at most stores, many commercial sunscreens contain chemicals that can be harmful to both our bodies and the environment. These chemicals can cause skin irritation, disrupt hormone levels, and damage coral reefs when washed off in the ocean. As a result, many people are turning to natural and homemade alternatives to ensure they are protecting their skin while also being environmentally conscious.
In this article, we’ll share six different recipes to make your own sunscreen using natural and safe ingredients that are both effective and easy to find. Whether you’re looking for a high SPF formula, a water-resistant option, or something specifically designed for sensitive skin, we’ve got you covered.
Each of the sunscreen recipes has different ingredients and qualities, yet still brings you the sun protection factor you need. Zine oxide
and Raspberry seed oil
are one of the most used ingredients in making your own sunscreen. It is not one main ingredient in sunscreen that makes up the SPF sun protection, in fact it is multiple dIY ingredients.
1- Homemade Sunscreen with Almond Oil from Wellness Mamma
2- DIY Sunscreen from Scratch Mommy
3- Natural Sunscreen from Earth Remedy
4- Diaper Rash Cream Sunscreen from One Good Thing by Jillee
5- Homemade Coconut Sunscreen with Shea Butter from The Dabblist
6- Homemade Sunscreen Lotion Bar Recipe from Mommypotamus
Which one is for Redheads? We are like oil and water!