Summer Skin: Sunscreens and Bronzers
Sunscreens and bronzers are two most used beauty products of the summer. Both indispensable during this time of year and ones with strong associations to summer though both are used year round.
Sunscreens and bronzers have recent histories, with bronzers and self tanners being the youngest of the two. It was not until the 1950′s when sunscreens were widely available and the 1980′s for bronzers. In such a short time these products have made an indelible stamp on our culture. There are so many to choose from and many companies that make both of them.
Sunscreens
The first sunscreen product, brought out by a company still in existence today Piz Buin. In 1938, chemist Will Baltzer came 
up with his Gletscher Creme (Glacier Cream), named for the place where he got the sunburn. In 1944, Benjamin Greene, an airman turned pharmacist brought out Red Vet Pet, which stood for red veterinary petrolatum which blocked ultraviolet radiation. This sticky red substance similar to petroleum jelly was developed during World War II. Coppertone acquired the patent and began marketing it under the Coppertone Girl and Bain de Soleil in the early 1950′s. It wasn’t until 1962, credited to Franz Greiter, that sunscreen or the concept of a Sun Protection Factor (SPF), becoming the worldwide standard to measure the effectiveness of sunscreen. Today, the best sunscreen rated overall, is La Roche-Posay ANTHELIOS, particularly for women over 40 because it shields both UVB and UVA rays.
Top 5 Sunscreens
1. La Roche-Posay ANTHELIOS SPF 50 (separate ones for body and face)
2. Clarins UV Day Screen High Protection SPF 40
3. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 45
4. Badger Sunscreen for Face and Body, SPF 30
5. California Baby No Fragrance SPF30+ Sunscreen Lotion
Bronzers
It was Coco Chanel, who back in the 1920′s upon return from a Mediterranean holiday donning a golden tan, inspired the desired for the bronzed look. The first bronzer came out in 1984 by the French cosmetics company Guerlain (and it was this writers first bronzer and still a favorite). Since then, just about every cosmetic company now makes a bronzer or self tanning product. Choosing the best one for you out of a sea of products can be a daunting, so here is a little perspective on the matter. Deciding on fluid or powder and how to layer them may help narrow down the choices. Choosing by types best suited for your skin is a great place to start. Why not try a few? See which suits you better, ones that are shimmery or matte or a combination. The formulations and colors have come a long way since the orange-y looks they used to produce, but all bronzers are not created equally, so its worth trying out a few to find your best shade and brand.
Top 5 Bronzers
1. Guerlain Terracotta
2. NARS Bronzing powder
3. Giorgio Armani Sheer Bronzer
4. Lancome Tropique Minerale (Limited Edition)
5. Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess
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Important postscript on skin care-summer or all year long:
Recently people have discovered that many of our cosmetics have toxic chemicals some of which have been tied to carcinogens and allergens. Women are learning that purity and the absence of toxins in their health and beauty products (shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers, creams as well as the full panoply of make up) are important factors to consider. Many companies now have a full line of products without these poisons e.g. Jane Ierdale, Farmaesthetics, Katresha to name just a few. We can take care of our skin and ourselves but let’s not lose site of what is in the products that permeate our skin. We eat organic; the products we use should not contain toxic chemicals to extend shelf life etc.