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Nothing is better for your skin after a long day in the sun than this “skin quencher” after sun cream! It contains nourishing oils, hydrating aloe, tightening and toning witch hazel, and soothing essential oils […]

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Burns are a common type of ailment that many of us will experience at least once in our lifetime. While some burns require emergency medical assistance, such as severe burns which cover large portions of the skin, those that penetrate deep into the tissue, or burns that are the result of a chemical or electrical […]

You’ve heard that getting your kids out in the sun every day to get their daily dose of vitamin D is a good thing, but you also know that sunburns are the devil and should be avoided at all costs. Thankfully there are some ways you can prevent sunburns naturally when it comes to being outside with your […]

Is There Such A Thing As A "Healthy Tan"? | GrowingUpHerbal.com | Are suntans a sign of skin protection or skin damage? See what I've found out in this post!

Sunburns are such a bummer, but if you’re like me and you enjoy being outside when the weather is nice, getting a sunburn is a likely possibility. Today I’m sharing some tips that could help you prevent a sunburn naturally as well as sharing a DIY herbal sunburn relief spray with you that you can use […]

3 Ways To Prevent A Sunburn Naturally + A DIY Herbal Sunburn Relief Spray | Growing Up Herbal | Learn how to prevent sunburns naturally, and get a DIY herbal remedy for those times when sunburns sneak up on you!

At this point in our Sun Health series, we’ve discussed the importance of getting enough Vitamin D, understanding SPF in sunscreens, and what safe sun exposure looks like. But sometimes, despite your best efforts, you or your child may end up with a sunburn. What do you do then? Today I want to talk about […]

Oops! My Kid Got A Sunburn! Now What? | Growing Up Herbal | Sunburns sometimes happen. Here's how to manage sunburned skin naturally to promote a quick and healthy recovery.

So far this month I’ve been talking about some sun related things like how we need Vitamin D, an essential nutrient that comes from sun exposure, and understanding SPF in sunscreens. Both of these things are important topics when it comes to healthy sun exposure, and I’d like to talk more about that today. Yes… […]

What Exactly Is SAFE Sun Exposure? | Growing Up Herbal | Curious what safe sun exposure looks like? Here are three tips for staying safe in the sun.

Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!

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What Exactly Is SAFE Sun Exposure? | Growing Up Herbal | Curious what safe sun exposure looks like? Here are three tips for staying safe in the sun.

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