Blue Lizard Sunscreen #Wevegotyoucovered plus Giveaway (5/5)

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Summer is fast approaching, and in our house that means one thing… SWIM SEASON!!! This year, both Mister and Sister will be on the swim team, which means we will have swim practice every weekday morning!  With two kidlets on the swim team, and daily swim practice, it’s more important than ever that we invest in a sunscreen that’s going to protect their skin! This year we’re giving Blue Lizard Sunscreen a try!

Considering that skin cancer is one of the most deadly forms of cancer, and that it’s preventable, it is absolutely imperative to purchase (and USE) the most appropriate sunscreen to help protect our family from harmful ultraviolet rays.

Thanks to advances in scientific technology, we have a greater understanding of UV rays and the various chemicals and compounds that are most effective at absorbing and attenuating them from our skin. Not only should we be informed about the active ingredients, but the density and consistency of the sunscreen itself is important. Although spray-on sunscreens are seemingly convenient, the propellants and additives can be harmful if inhaled.  Since Sister has asthma, we try to use a cream formula when possible, to avoid the risk of inhalation.  Not to mention the better visual indicator of coverage.

Statistically, zinc oxide offers the greatest amount of protection across the spectrum of wavelengths in the ultraviolet category. Additional mineral protectants include titanium dioxide, octocrylene, oxybenzone, and octinoxate, however these particular ingredients have a limited range of wavelengths for which they protect against or absorb.

People with sensitive skin may not tolerate certain sunscreen minerals very well, but zinc oxide has been proven safe, even for babies, by the Food and Drug Administration! It is the most common chemical ingredient used in diaper rash creams. Not only does zinc oxide offer the most comprehensive UV protection, it is the most recommended for at risk or compromised skin. Since Mister’s skin is very sensitive to chemicals, it’s imperative that we use a formula that is not as harsh on sensitive skin.  Here’s a look at why Blue Lizard climbed to the top of our list.

• Originally created in Australia, where sunscreen standards are the strictest in the world. Blue Lizard is now made in the U.S., in Johnson City, Tenn.
• Pharmaceutical-grade sunscreen made by Crown Laboratories with the highest quality ingredients.
• Five sunscreen formulas available: Baby, Sensitive, Face, Sport & Regular – All are broad spectrum UVA/UVB coverage (SPF 30+…all the coverage you need!)
• Baby & Sensitive are paraben-free, chemical-free and fragrance-free; Face is also oil-free and all formulations are mineral-based containing Zinc Oxide.
• Sport & Regular are extremely water resistant. These formulas meet Australian standards of staying on in 240 minutes of whirlpool water.
• Blue Lizard’s patented PBA-free Smart Bottle™ changes color from white to blue (or pink for Baby formula) when it is exposed to harmful UV rays reminding you to put on sunscreen.

I love that Blue Lizard discloses exactly what is in their sunscreens, and WHY! I also love that the sensitive (and baby) formula’s are free of fragrance and chemicals!  And they have a 100% satisfaction guarantee! My kids love that the bottle changes colors in sunlight.  LOL

Right now, you can save 20% off your Blue Lizard Sunscreen order of $35 or more with code P20TBLDC (Expiration 8/31/15).

Blue Lizard Sunscreen also wants to give two winners a Blue Lizard Sunscreen Prize Pack to each include a- 3oz Face, 3oz Sensitive, 3oz Sport, 2 Baby sachets (samples) in blue bag with a color-change bracelet for an ARV of $44.17!  Enter below, and good luck!

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