Sunday Sun Day Volume XXVI: COOLA Sun Care Extraordinaire

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With summer just around the corner it is extremely important to remember to stock up on sunscreen, and toss out all of those old expired bottles in the back of your cabinet.  Protecting your skin from the harmful UMA/UVB rays while you’re out enjoying the warm weather and sunshine is of paramount important. COOLA offers the first rate sun care products for your body, face and lips with a wide variety of sun protection factors. 

Sun Application Tips to Remember:

Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure.

Reapply:

    • after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating

    • immediately after towel drying

    • at least every 2 hours


Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including:

    • limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

    • wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses

    • children under 6 months: Ask a doctor

Left to Right: COOLA Sport SPF 30 Citrus Mimosa Sunscreen Spray, COOLA Sport SPF 50 Unscented Sunscreen Spray, COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen Sport SPF 50, COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face and COOLA Liplux SPF 15 Peppermint Vanilla.

1) COOLA Sport SPF 30 Citrus Mimosa Sunscreen Spray is perfect for all skin types and active outdoor sports. It is an easy to use spray-on sunscreen the applies evenly and dries down quickly. The delicious Citrus Mango scent lingers for about 15 minutes before it dissipates.

According to COOLA,

Hurray for Spray! Spritz your sunscreen on the go with this clear, continuous spray in an all natural Citrus Mimosa scent. Offering broad spectrum SPF 30 protection, this Farm to Face® sourced spray will nourish and hydrate skin with 70%+ certified organic ingredients like Cucumber, Algae and Strawberry Extracts; and Red Raspberry Seed Oil, a natural sunscreen booster rich in Omega-3 and 6. Have your fun in the sun and then some with COOLA!

Features:

• Easy spray-on application
• 70%+ certified organic ingredients
• Infused with anti-aging antioxidants
• Naturally scented
• Water Resistant (40 minutes)
• No nano-sized particles

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone (Sunscreen) 2.0%, Octinoxate (Sunscreen) 7.5%, Octisalate (Sunscreen) 4.0% and Octocrylene (Sunscreen) 7.0%.

Inactive Ingredients: Alcohol (ORGA­NIC­), Algae Extract (ORGA­NIC­), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Cucumis Sativus (ORGANIC Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca (ORGANIC Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Rubus Idaeus (ORGANIC Red Raspberry) Seed Oil.

Organic Ingredients: Alcohol, Algae Extract, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Strawberry Fruit Extract
and Red Raspberry Seed Oil

$30.00 for 6 oz. from COOLA, Sephora, Nordstrom, Dermstore and SkinStore.

2) COOLA Sport SPF 50 Unscented Sunscreen Spray is perfect for all skin types and active outdoor sports. This unscented high SPF 50 spray sunscreen, like COOLA Sport SPF 30 Citrus Mimosa Sunscreen Spray, is very easy to use. It applies quickly, thoroughly and efficiently. It dries down quickly, and it has no smell of any sort.

According to COOLA,

Hurray for Spray!® Spritz your sunscreen on the go with this clear, natural, and unscented continuous spray. Offering broad spectrum SPF 50 protection, this Farm to Face® sourced spray will nourish and hydrate skin with 70%+ certified organic ingredients like Cucumber, Algae and Strawberry Extracts. Formulated for the rigorous demands of sport, this spray sunscreen is water resistant for 80 minutes. Have your fun in the sun and then some with COOLA!

Features:

• Easy spray-on application
• 70%+ certified organic ingredients
• Infused with anti-aging antioxidants
• Water Resistant (80 minutes)
• No nano-sized particles

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone (Sunscreen) 3.0%, Octinoxate (Sunscreen) 7.5% and Octocrylene (Sunscreen) 10.0%.

Inactive Ingredients: Alcohol (ORGANIC), Algae (ORGANIC) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (ORGANIC) Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (ORGANIC Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca (ORGANIC Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Glycerin (ORGANIC), VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer, Water.

Organic Ingredients: Alcohol, Algae Extract, Cucumber Fruit Extract and Strawberry Fruit Extract.

$32.00 for 6 oz. from COOLA, Sephora, Nordstrom, Amazon and SkinStore.

3) COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen Sport SPF 50 is a thick, creamy and fast-absorbing non-whitening cream sunscreen. It feels good on the skin and gives about 80 minutes of sun protection before reapplication is indicated.

According to COOLA,

Need a longer lasting, maximum water resistant sport sunscreen? Apply our superior 100% natural, chemical-free SPF 50 Mineral Sport Sunscreen Lotion for a lightweight, non-whitening, non-greasy way to protect yourself from those harmful UV rays. Wear with confidence knowing that you are applying the latest in sunscreen technology: broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, 80 minutes water resistant, no chemical actives, no synthetic fragrances, no parabens – no worries!

$14.99 for 3.4 oz. from Target.

4) COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face is a lightweight super fast absorbing and non-greasy sunscreen formulated for the face. It is non-whitening, does not interfere with makeup, and offers water-resistant broad spectrum protection from the sun.

According to COOLA,

SPF 30 Mineral Face Sunscreen Lotion Let the power of nature protect and nourish the sensitive skin on your face with our 100% natural, chemical-free SPF 30 Facial Mineral Sunscreen. With its lightweight, non-whitening, and non-greasy application, it's sure to make it into your daily skincare routine. Wear with confidence knowing that you are applying the latest in sunscreen technology: broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, 40 minutes water resistant, no chemical actives, no synthetic fragrances, no parabens – no worries!

$14.99 for 1.7 oz. from Target.

Left to Right: COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen Sport SPF 50 and COOLA Bare Republic Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face.

5) COOLA Liplux SPF 15 Peppermint Vanilla is an absolutely delectable lip balm. While the Peppermint Vanilla taste and scent does fade quickly, it is exceedingly pleasant. The vanilla serves to temper the peppermint, and while there is a very slight tingle it fades within about a minute. The antioxidant rich formula nourishes the lips, and the moisturizing formula leaves them soft, supple and hydrated. I use it alone, or underneath my lipsticks and lip glosses to keep my lips moisturized and protected from the sun.

According to COOLA,

COOLA SPF 30 and SPF 15 Liplux moisturize and protect lips, while offering a subtle, alluring sheen. Available in unscented or Peppermint Vanilla, COOLA Liplux will keep your lips safe and soothed all day long!

Don’t forget your lips. This all-in-one lip treatment moisturizes and protects with SPF 15 broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen protection. Our vitamin and antioxidant enriched formula soothes and nourishes, while our unique blend of fruit butters like Raspberry and Avocado hydrate the delicate skin of the lips. Our lusciously refreshing Peppermint Vanilla scent will make you want to say MUAH! 70+% Certified Organic, Made with Natural Food Grade Ingredients.

Features:

• 70%+ Certified Organic
• Hypoallergenic
• UVA/UVB Broad Spectrum Protection
• Vitamin and antioxidant enriched
• Water Resistant (80 minutes)
• No nano-sized particles

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone (Sunscreen) 3.0% and Octisalate (Sunscreen) 5.0%.

Inactive Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Beeswax (ORGANIC), Butyrospermum Parkii (ORGANIC Shea Butter), Cocos Nucifera (ORGANIC Coconut) Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Flavor, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (ORGANIC Sunflower) Seed Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Octyldodecanol, Persea Gratissima (ORGANIC Avocado) Oil, Rosa Canina (ORGANIC Dog Rose Hip) Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopherol.

Organic Ingredients: Beeswax, Sunflower Oil, Shea Butter, Coconut, Dog Rose Hip and Avocado Oil.

$12.00 for .15 oz. from COOLA, Sephora, Nordstrom, Dermstore and Amazon.

Overall Assessment: If it's time for you to restock sunscreens, then COOLA products are definitely well worth your consideration.  They make high quality affordable sunscreens that are effective and filled with lots of great ingredients.

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