What Do I Think About Sunscreen? A Holistic Perspective on Sun Protection
With summer rapidly approaching, I keep getting asked one very important question:
“What do you think about sunscreen?”
And honestly, my answer is pretty simple: protecting your skin matters. But the conversation around sunscreen deserves a little more nuance than just “wear it” or “don’t wear it.”
Like many things in holistic wellness, balance matters.
Not All Sunscreens Are Created Equal
One of the biggest things I encourage women to pay attention to is the ingredient list in the products they’re using every single day.
Our skin absorbs much of what we put on it, so choosing products with safer, simpler ingredients can make a meaningful difference over time.
In general, I often recommend looking for:
Mineral-based sunscreens
Shorter ingredient lists
Ingredients you can actually pronounce and recognize
A more mindful approach to skincare doesn’t have to be complicated—it’s often about making small, informed choices where you can.
Supporting Your Skin from the Inside Out
Sun protection isn’t only about what you put on your skin. It’s also about how you nourish your body internally.
Things like:
Proper hydration
Mineral balance
Nutrient-dense foods
Zinc balanced with copper
can all help support your skin health and resilience.
Your skin is an organ, and just like the rest of your body, it functions best when it’s properly nourished.
Other Factors That Matter
There are also practical lifestyle factors that play a role in protecting your skin, including:
The clothing you wear
How long you’re exposed to direct sunlight
The intensity of the sun during certain hours of the day
These things matter just as much as the products you choose.
Avoiding Extremes Around Sun Exposure
I think one of the most important things is avoiding extremes on either side.
We don’t need to live in fear of the sun—but we also don’t want chronic overexposure without protection or awareness.
The goal is balance:
Enjoy the sunshine
Support your skin
Make thoughtful choices
Protect yourself wisely
Holistic wellness is rarely about perfection. It’s about stewarding your body well in a sustainable, realistic way.
So yes—have fun in the sun ☀️