Re: Re: Sun Screen - kids and bug repellent

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I would use more than just coco butter on a child if he is likely to burn and going to be unprotected for long exposure. Better Basic Sunblock Formula 2 1/2 ounces sesame oil 1 1/2 ounces of cocoa butter 1/2 ounce beeswax 4 ounces distilled water 2 tablespoons zinc oxide (available from herbalists such as Jean's Greens--315-845/6500) 25 drops grapefruit seed extract (as a preservative; available in health food stores) Melt the oils and beeswax in a double-boiler over medium heat. Remove from the heat, add the water, and mix with an electric handheld mixer until thick and creamy. Add the zinc oxide and preservatives. Makes 1 cup Preparation Time: 30 minutes Shelf Life: 6 months Storage: Glass jar with screw top another site to order natural sunscreen is http://www.healthhappiness.com.au/bodyworks/WildChild/Sunscreen/kids/ To repel mosquitoes and ticks follow these simple essential oil recipes: Insect Repellent Oil for Mosquitoes 10 to 25 drops essential oil (pennyroyal, lemon balm {citronella}, thyme, and lavender. Other choices include bergamot, cajeput, eucalyptus, rose geranium ) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Combine the ingredients in a glass jar; stir to blend. Dab a few drops on your skin or clothing, making certain to avoid your eyes. Makes about 2 tablespoons Preparation Time: A few minutes Shelf Life: 6 months Storage: Glass jar with a screw top Variation Insect Repellent Oil for Ticks 10 to 25 drops essential oil of rose geranium (available from health food stores or from herbalists {see resource, above})Follow directions, above. Rose geranium works wonders to repel ticks. Other essential oil choices to repel ticks include bay, eucalyptus, European pennyroyal, lavender, lemon balm (citronella), myrrh, rosemary, tickweed (American pennyroyal). For those of you who are not likely to mix up your own at home, here are some sources for infant and kid-safe sunscreens and bug repellents from trustworthy manufacturers. Visit this link to find your summer supplies: From Organic Bebe California Baby Sunscreen" California Baby Citronella Blend Sunscreen Lotion Description: SPF 30+ sunscreen and bug repellent in one! Non-chemical, non-invasive bug repellent. Offers the

same benefits as the Everyday/ Year-round Sunscreen. Recommended for ages 6 months & older. Price: $14.49 California Baby Everyday Sunscreen Lotion Description: Non-chemical, non-invasive & hypoallergenic sunscreen formula. Scatters & reflects UV rays, offering UVA-UVB broad-spectrum protection. Non-whitening formula. Japanese Green Tea (anti-oxidant) and essential oil blend. Glides on easily and will not slip off when it comes into contact with water. Recommended for ages 6 months & older. Price: $14.49 carolG <cgiambri@...> wrote: I never used sunscreen, but my daughter wants to for her 15 month old baby. Any suggestions? She heard Avalon is good, but I am clueless here. My theory is cover up and take in a

little sun at a time.... I t hink Suzi mentioned cocoa butter.

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