Sunscreen & DIY Bug Spray

There have been a lot of articles on the dangers of most popular sunscreens. They might not be providing the protection that they should and actually might increase children's chances of getting some cancers. It was important to me that I purchase a sunscreen that is made in Canada, is chemical free and fragrance free.

I am using the following sunscreens this summer:

Green Beaver Kids Sunscreen SPF 30
Price: $18.95/90 mL
Where to Buy: I purchased at S&H Health Food Store in WhiteOaks Mall

Belly Buttons & Babies Sunscreen SPF 30
Price: $24.95/250 mL
Where to Buy: I received a small sample of this sunscreen in my Little Eco Footprint June box. You can purchase this product on the Belly Buttons & Babies website.

On The Environmental Working Group website, both Green Beaver and Belly Buttons & Babies Suncreen received a score of 0-1, which is low hazard. 

DIY Bug Spray

I want to try making my own bug spray. Here is the recipe that I am going to try.
(Source: The Healthy Chickadee)

Ingredients:

• pure witch hazel
• distilled water
• essential oils
  
  Combine 4 oz. of witch hazel in an empty spray bottle. Add 20 drops of essential oils. Fill the bottle with distilled water.
  
  The Healthy Chickadee says the following herbs naturally repel bugs: Citronella, Lemon Eucalyptus, Cinnacmon, Rosemary, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Clove, Lavender, Cedar, Geranium, Basil, Catnip. The more essential oils you use, the more effective the bug spray.