Sunday Sun Day Volume XXX: SolScents Sunscreens

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Now that summer is here, it's time to stock up on sunscreen before heading outdoors to enjoy the beautiful weather. While people seem to have become far better about using sunscreen,  diligent reapplication every 2 hours seems to be our collective downfall. I realize that some of you are exceedingly vigilant about reapplication, but many of us forget. The latest sunscreens that I have been testing make it a little easier to remember because in addition to being moisturizing, SolScents made their sunscreens beautifully scented. They feel and smell so good on the skin that you are less apt to forget to reapply them. Furthermore, SolScents has a philanthropic mission built into the very fabric of their company, and a portion of their proceeds are contributed to numerous important causes. Choose your scent, choose your cause!

About SolScents,

SolScents®, the Next Generation Sun Care that smells good, feels good and does good, has established multiple donor affiliate agreements with selected non-for-profit institutions as part of its philanthropic mission to support seven relevant causes that affect many lives on a global scale. 

SolScents contributes 2.5% of its global proceeds to: Hunger Awareness, Hope for Education, Environmental Protection, Bullying Awareness, No Animal Cruelty, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Heart Disease Prevention, with each scent and color supporting a particular cause.

1) SolScents Flower Blast Continuous Spray SPF 50 ($9.99-$12.95 for 6 oz. from SolScents and Target): This is a fast drying high SPF sunscreen that miraculously moisturizes the skin while protecting it. It has a warm musky floral scent that smells delicious. As the scent wears away one is reminded that it's about time to reapply it.

According to SolScents,

Intoxicate your senses with floral notes of Jasmine and Cattleya Orchids as they bloom into a feminine bouquet with an opulent background of creamy musky undertones.

Flower Blast (Pink): One in eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women. At SolScents®, they have partnered with the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Through purchasing the Flower Blast sunscreens, a portion helps create awareness for early detection of the disease, as well as to help find research to find a cure.

Features:

• Broad Spectrum SPF 50
• Skin-nourishing Antioxidant (Vitamin E)
• Lightly Scented (Flower Blast, Deep Love)
• Non-greasy, Instant Drying Formula
• Not Tested on Animals
• Made in the USA

A portion of the proceeds go to supporting Breast Cancer Awareness

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone  3%, Homosalate  10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene  2.75%, Oxybenzone 4%.

Inactive Ingredients: Fragrance, SD Alcohol 40-B, Tocopheryl Acetate, VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer.

2) Solscents Deep Love Continuous Spray SPF30 ($9.99-$12.95 for 6 oz. from SolScents and Target): This is a fast drying high SPF sunscreen that moisturizes the skin while protecting it. It has a warm fruity floral scent that smells absolutely delicious.

According to SolScents,

Swim in an ocean of love when Sugared Plums and Freesia collide to create a passionate aroma.

Deep Love (Blue): One huge issue in society today that is often looked over is the problem of bullying in schools and in communities. SolScents® has partnered with PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center to increase awareness of how prevalent bullying and cyber bulling truly is. When customers buy one of the Deep Love sunscreens, a portion of the purchase helps the PACER’s Center in creating a safe environment for all children.

Features:

• Broad Spectrum SPF 30
• Skin-nourishing Antioxidant (Vitamin E)
• Lightly Scented (Flower Blast, Deep Love)
• Non-greasy, Instant Drying Formula
• Not Tested on Animals
• Made in the USA
• A portion of the proceeds go to supporting Bullying Awareness

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene  2.75%, Oxybenzone 2%.

Inactive Ingredients: Fragrance, SD Alcohol 40-B, Tocopheryl Acetate, VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer.

3) SolScents Vanilla Silk Sunscreen Lotion SPF 15 ($12.95 for 8 oz. from SolScents, Drugstore.com, Dermstore, Amazon and Walgreens): The light musky vanilla scent is soft, warm and not too sweet. It sinks in immediately and moisturizes while protecting the skin. If, however, you are going to be in the sun for any length of time I would recommend using one of their higher SPF sunscreens instead.

According to SolScents,

Let the wind unwrap a silky veil of Caramel Vanilla laced with the undertone of sexy Musk.

Vanilla Silk (Orange): According to Feeding America, a critical component of a high quality of life is good health, which starts with healthy eating. When SolScents® Vanilla Silk sunscreen is purchased, a portion helps Feeding South Florida to put meals on the table for individuals in the community struggling with food insecurity.

Features:

• Broad Spectrum SPF 15
• Features skin-nourishing antioxidants
• Water resistant (80 minutes)
• Not tested on animals
• Made in the USA
• A portion of the proceeds go to supporting Hunger Awareness

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 2%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 1.85%

Inactive Ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylphthalimide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Isopropylphthalimide, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylparaben, Polyethylene, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Water.

4) SolScents Angelica Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 ($12.95 for 8 oz. from SolScents, Drugstore.com, Dermstore and Walgreens): The fruity-floral scent is fresh and delightfully light and summery. The consistency is more of a liquid than a lotion, so one must be careful not to pour too much out at once. It sinks in quickly and leaves skin nicely hydrated.

According to SolScents,

Feel angel-beautiful in a sensual combination of Pomegranate, apple blossom, peach and ylang-ylang. 

Angelica (Purple): SolScents® supports the Humane Society of Greater Miami where over 300 homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens each day are given a second chance by providing tender care for as long as it takes to find them a loving home. With the purchase of the Angelica sunscreens, a portion of the money goes toward these fighters of animal justice.

Features:

• Broad Spectrum SPF 30
• Features skin-nourishing antioxidants
• Water resistant (80 minutes)
• Not tested on animals
• Made in the USA
• A portion of the proceeds go to supporting No Animal Cruelty

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 2.75%,  Oxybenzone 2%.

Inactive Ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylphthalimide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Isopropylphthalimide, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylparaben, Polyethylene, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Water.

5) SolScents Cucumber Melon Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 ($12.95 for 8 oz. from SolScents, Drugstore.com, Dermstore, Amazon and Walgreens): This scent just screams summer! It is the most refreshing blend of cucumber and melon that makes me feel like I am on vacation at the beach. It has a thin watery consistency, like the Angelica SPF, and should be poured carefully so as not to dispense too much product at once. It sinks into the skin quickly, and it is nourishing and hydrating.

According to SolScents,

Unwind and unravel as this refreshing scent of Cucumber coupled with soothing notes of Sweet Cantaloupe showers you with delicacy.

Cucumber-Melon (Green): SolScents® seeks to protect the skin from the harmful rays of sun, but also to protect the planet from harmful emissions. With proceeds from their Cucumber Melon sunscreens, SolScents® supports The Nature Conservancy to help conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. 

Features:

• Broad Spectrum SPF 30
• Features skin-nourishing antioxidants
• Water resistant (80 minutes)
• Not tested on animals
• Made in the USA
• A portion of the proceeds go to supporting Environmental Protection

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene  2.75% and Oxybenzone 2%.

Inactive Ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylphthalimide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Isopropylphthalimide, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylparaben, Polyethylene, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Water.

Overall Assessment: Nice sunscreens that smell great while moisturizing and protecting the skin. A worthy philanthropic mission is at the very core of this company, and a social conscience aimed at making the world a better place is definitely worth supporting.

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