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SPF: Full Body Protection


There’s no doubt about it, summer is here and that means sunburn season is here too. We have been focusing on sun protection since the inception of our line, we know how important it is to protect the largest exposed organ on your body and we want you to be just as diligent as we are about protecting the skin you're in. Tank tops, shorts, and flip flops are the uniform of the season, which is always quite stylish, but leaves your body less than protected. The question is what can you do to keep your skin youthful and safe without having to walk around in a snowsuit in the summer (that makes us start sweating just thinking about it!)?

Sun protection relies on more than just sunscreen. We want to share our top tips on full body protection from the inside out.

* SPF: Wear sunscreen from head to toe. Use Protect (now in a 200ml tube) as your first source of protection. Protect is sheer, lightly hydrating and smells simply divine. This SPF is perfect for the face and body. We like keeping a small tube in our cars to make sure we re-apply on our hands and arms while we are out and about.






* Harmonized Water: 20 minutes before leaving to go on your outdoor adventure (beach anyone?), take 5 pumps of your desired Harmonized Water UV Formula. For those with fair skin, stick with the No Tan frequency. For those with olive skin, go for the tan enhancing formula which will provide an even dose of color without the harmful side effects. Utilize these Harmonized Waters in your re-apply stage. Simply follow up with another 5 pumps 2 hours later for ongoing protection.


* Proper Clothing and Accessories: When you are venturing off to hit the waves or the trail, make sure you give your body some extra coverage. For the outdoor adventurers, utilize baseball caps and sunglasses for eye and face protection. Check out your local sporting goods store to find t-shirts, and lightweight pants that are made with UV protection in mind. Many companies are using fabrics that allow for breathability while blocking out UV rays completely. If you are heading to the beach or pool, make sure you have a caftan or long sleeved cover up to wear when you are not in the water. Wide brim sun hats and large sunglasses provide extra shade and protection from the sun.


* Re-apply Session: It’s no secret that re-applying your SPF is kind of a pain, especially if you already have makeup on. We have a solution for you! Our Pressed Base Compacts have mineral protection built right in. Zinc and Titanium Dioxide provide coverage insurance. Just pop some on after every 2 additional hours you are in the sun!


* Umbrellas: Nowadays there are a ton of cute, fashion-forward umbrellas out there so you can give yourself some protecting shade wherever you go! Keep one in your car and in your adventure bag so you always have a backup for UV protection.

* Don’t Forget: Many people seem to forget to provide coverage to the most exposed places. Both men and women need to use sunscreen on their scalps, hands, feet, lips, and ears. These places seem to be the forgotten few. Apply a small amount of Protect to your scalp or hair-part. Coat your ears from front to back and don’t forget about those tootsies and hands. Use an SPF lip balm, or mix a bit of Protect with Refresh PM for the perfect sun protecting, anti-aging lip treatment.

* Post Sun Exposure: Once you get home from all the outdoor activities take a quick, cool shower and drink plenty of water. It is important to cool your body down. Follow with 5 pumps of Inner Harmony Harmonized Water to calm your organs and spirit. Hydrate the body with your favorite moisturizer and give your entire body a spritz of Clear or Clear + to penetrate your moisturizer deeper. Your face will need some love as well, apply Catalyst AC-11 to regenerate cells and treat post sun damage.

There you have it! Our full body, total sun protection tips. There are plenty of ways to keep yourself protected from harmful UV rays while still being able to worship the sun during these warm summer months. Get out there and be active!

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Be Your Own Body Guard with Protect


Protection is key for a safe and happy summer. As you know by now, your skin is quite delicate to the sun, and we want to make sure you are the Kevin Costner to your own Whitney Huston. The best way to be your own body guard is to use an effective SPF. That is why we LOVE Protect. This SPF is the best way to shield your skin from harmful UV rays, let's take a closer look at why Protect should be your go to body (and face) guard.



* Zinc - Zinc is a natural, mineral block that completely protects your skin from the sun's rays naturally and effectively.
*Safflower Oil - With natural amounts of Linoleic Acid, a great omega-6 fatty acid best known for its aid in healing, hydrating and plumping the skin, this oil is perfect for refining the skin's texture and also aids in reducing acne and mild rashes.
*Sunflower Seed Oil - Sunflower Seed Oil is known as the great barrier. It's strong binding action helps lock in moisture and protect the skin's natural barrier.
*Radish Root - This is a natural alternative to nasty preservatives like Parabens.  It also has strong anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties which aids in keeping the skin clean and bacteria free.
*Grapefruit Peel Oil - Grapefruit Peel Oil is a wonderful treatment for sagging skin. This wonder oil aids in toning and tightening the skin giving you a healthy, natural glow.
*Witch Hazel - This ingredient has a multitude of skin benefits. Not only does it help treat acne, it also helps soothe redness, swelling, and inflammation. Witch Hazel is a great natural treatment for Eczema and Psoriasis making this SPF a great choice for even the most sensitive skin types.

There you have it, why you should choose to protect yourself with Protect. We now have a 200 mL tube that'll make going to the beach a whole lot easier!

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The Low Down on SPF






Now-a-days it’s no secret that SPF is an important, if not the most important step in your skincare routine; yet, there are people out there who still don’t wear it, who still don’t “click” with the reasons why you need to wear it, and those who just don’t take their skincare seriously. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. It is indeed so important to have an all-star SPF in your routine. If there could be one thing to change or add to your routine it would be sunscreen. Even if your skincare steps are only...ehem, one step (washing your face with bar soap...eeeekk the horror)! We must insist that you at least add sun protection to your daily routine. Why are there so many things we need to do to our skin you may find yourself asking… Well, to put it simply, our skin is the largest organ of our body, and it’s on the exterior! This means our skin is like a giant sponge absorbing elements around us that we cannot see. You can’t see UVA or UVB rays, you can’t see free radicals, and you can’t see airborne germs. BUT, just like you can’t see the air you breathe, you know you need it right? In turn, just because you can’t see the harmful elements doesn’t mean they can’t hurt you. There is a pretty simple statistic that will hopefully give you an Oprah style “Ah-Ha” moment.


That is a huge range of prevention that is EASY to do!





First up is Shade SPF 30. This broad spectrum mineral SPF provides the ultimate protection utilizing both Zinc and Titanium Dioxide. The best part of Shade is that it is also a moisturizer. That means it’s perfect for those who don’t like a whole lotta fuss in their skincare routine. This will give you two steps in one! Arnica Extract, Goji Berry and Cranberry Extract AND Passion Fruit Oil protects your skin in the most luxurious way. Arnica helps heal the skin from bruising and current sun damage, while Goji Berry, Cranberry, and Passion Fruit Oil provide a whole variety of antioxidants, moisture, free radical protection, and antibacterial/microbial benefits (perfect for those who struggle with acne).






Second on base is Protect. This sheer SPF 30 is gluten-free and vegan giving you ultimate protection from Zinc Oxide. Witch Hazel, Sunflower Oil and Grapefruit Oil treat your skin to light hydration, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties. This lightweight SPF wears beautifully under makeup and never feels greasy!

The best part about both of our SPF’s is that they don’t smell like an SPF! They smell quite divine, and never feel thick or goopy.







Find out where to shop for your SPF Perfection here.
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Summer Sun Care


Remember to protect your skin during your summer activities.
Osmosis offers several options including:

Shade: A broad-spectrum sunscreen  
protects against the damaging effects of UVA and UVB rays. Shade is a high-performance sun-protecting moisturizer for the face and body.


Pressed Base Mineral Powders: Perfect for everyday sun protection that provides a natural broad-spectrum UV protection shields skin from UVA and UVB rays, helping to
prevent premature aging and hyperpigmentation.


sneak peek
COMING SOON... Protect: The newest addition to the sun protection family. This zinc based sunscreen offers sheer, long lasting coverage that’s great for all Fitzpatrick’s and ages. Go out in the sun confident that you’ll be protected and looking fabulous with this sheer hydrating formula. This new sunscreen is expected to be available in July!
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Double Duty SPF


by Corporate Educator and Artistic Director, Alejandro Falcon



Summer is not over yet so be sure to protect your skin from the sun. One of the issues with wearing an SPF on your face is that it can lighten your skin tone. A quick remedy for that is to use a small amount of a Loose Base Powder to give your SPF a light tint.
When using Shade, add a small amount to the palm of your hand and then add a small amount of your Loose Base color (Golden for yellow skin tones, Natural for peach skin tones, and Beige for pink/blue skin tones). Blend the two together evenly with the Liquid Foundation Brush and apply sparingly all over your face. This will add color and extra UV protection. Use the Concealer Brush for the areas around the eyes and nose. Now you can enjoy the sun and protect your skin while looking flawless.
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Wrinkle Protection - Tips from Osmosis to keep the wrinkles away!

1. OVER EXFOLIATION
Did you know that scrubbing away at your skin can cause aging? By over exfoliating you’re actually removing the only protective barrier that your skin has. If you remove the barrier then your skin is exposed to environmental toxins and the sun, which causes the most damage. Any inflammation and harm done to your skin will accentuate aging causing a loss of hydration, elasticity and wrinkles. So the key is to use products that encourage a natural cell turn over and make sure to keep hydrated! Our Vitamin A serums are perfect for this!

2. PICKING AND PULLING AT SKIN
Stop picking at those pesky breakouts and let them come out on their own or use natural products to help eliminate them. Restore Topical is excellent for calming the skin and
drawing out bacteria. Anytime you pick or pull at your skin you’re causing damage and creating, irritation, scars, and yes even wrinkles!


3. NOT WEARING SUN PROTECTION
Sun protection is key to keeping your skin and body healthy. The sun is the most powerful energy source so why would you want it beating against the only thing protecting your body? Anytime your skin is overexposed to the sun it has to work overtime to try to protect itself which can cause it to weaken and therefore, create sun spots, aging skin, and wrinkles. So make sure to always wear a natural protection such as Shade or our Mineral Pressed Powders to defend against the sun and to keep your skin young, beautiful and healthy.
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Dr Johnson's Corner :: Strengthening Your Skin



As skin cancer continues to be a growing problem, the importance of maintaining a healthy barrier, strengthening the skin's immune system and providing key tools in the repair process of DNA and sun damage cannot be over-stated. Our internal/topical sun protection is ideal for sun exposure. Know that you and your clients have the best protocol in the world for protecting against uv damage and aging by using our internal UV Protection Harmonized H20. You deserve to be protected.

To learn more about UV Protection Harmonized H20 and how it works, click here to read the usage guide. 


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Dr Ben Johnson, Harmonized Water, Sun,
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Unveiling the Sun

The sun gently calls us out of bed in the morning encouraging us to begin our day and slows us down in the evening allowing us to take a moment to enjoy its beauty as it dips below the horizon. This raging ball of fire brings us life and serves as Earth’s primary source of energy.

All radiation is a form of energy, most of which is invisible to the human eye, and various types of light differ in their wavelength, frequency and energy. The sun gives out energy over a broad spectrum of wavelengths producing three main types of UV rays: UVA, UVB and UVC. Fortunately for life on earth the stratospheric ozone screens out the most harmful UV radiation, UVC. Even so, what does get through the ozone layer can still cause an array of problems. Both UVA and UVB penetrate the atmosphere and play an important role in conditions such as premature skin aging, eye damage (including cataracts), skin cancer and suppression of the
immune system.


UVB is partially blocked by the ozone layer but enough of these rays still pass through causing serious damage. Also known as burning rays, UVB is the chief cause of skin reddening and sunburn. It has the ability to pass into the skin’s more superficial epidermal layers and plays a key role in the development of skin cancer and photo-aging. Its intensity varies by season, location, and time of day.

UVA is the longest wavelength and is NOT absorbed by the ozone at all! It accounts for up to 95 percent of the UV radiation reaching the Earth’s surface penetrating the skin deeper than UVB working its way into the dermis. UVA over-exposure results in DNA damage, skin cancer and accelerated skin aging.

Both UVA and UVB rays can cause damage to your skin. Sunburn is a sign of short-term overexposure, while premature aging and skin cancer are symptoms of prolonged UV exposure. Melanoma, a life-threatening form of skin cancer, is one of the fastest growing forms of cancer in the US.


According to the World Health Organization, brief exposure to UV radiation, about 5-15 minutes twice a week, is beneficial in helping the body produce vitamin D. However, the amount of UVA and UVB exposure depends on several factors:
Geography
The sun is directly over the equator so UV rays are strongest in these areas.


Altitude
Higher altitudes have greater UV exposure because there is less atmosphere to absorb UV rays.


Time of Year
The sun’s angle in relation to the Earth varies according to season. During the summer months the sun is in a more direct angle, resulting in a greater amount of UV radiation.


Time of Day
UV is most intense at noon when the sun is at its highest point in the sky.


Weather Conditions
Under cloud cover it is still possible to obtain UV damage to your skin and eyes.


Reflection
Surfaces such as snow, sand, grass, and water can reflect much of the UV radiation that reaches them!

Don’t fret! You can still enjoy yourself outdoors while staying protected from both UVA and UVB year-round, whatever the weather, wherever your locale as long as you provide the proper protection! UVA and UVB rays are mutually harmful so when reaching for guard make sure that you’re getting effective coverage from both types of rays. With Protect, you can find
comfort in knowing that you are providing natural protection against UVA and UVB rays.

--Written by Corporate Educator, Nicole Manion
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