Is the sun the enemy?

You're haunted by the thought of skin cancer, wrinkles, and sagging skin. But don't panic! Take a step back and realize that the sun is crucial to life on earth. Since the dawn of humanity, the sun has provided us with energy and vitamin D. So why is it considered our enemy today?

What's the problem?

Despite the fact that we've all started applying more sunscreen, it appears to be ineffective against skin cancer. Skin cancer remains a major problem, and unfortunately, it's becoming increasingly so. 

We see only one enemy: the sun. However, various studies show that other factors contribute to the development of skin cancer. 

The most important problem: A vitamin deficiency. 

With a vitamin deficiency, you burn much faster. Your skin is an organ and therefore constantly working, requiring the right fuel. Because your diet contains few vitamins, your skin is less able to protect itself against sunburn. 

In addition, your body is much less able to heal itself when there's a vitamin deficiency, which accelerates the development of skin cancer. Many people think they can protect themselves by applying a high-factor synthetic sunscreen. In our opinion, and that of many scientists, this isn't the wisest solution for sun protection. 

The most shocking thing: Chemical sunscreen actually has the opposite effect.

In recent years, scientists have raised the alarm about the link between chemical sunscreen and skin cancer.  

Chemical ingredients can be absorbed by the body and enter the bloodstream, release free radicals and/or cause skin irritation. 

Applying a sunscreen based on a synthetic filter can therefore increase the risk of skin cancer. Too often, we encounter toxic substances in the average drugstore, which is why it's best to avoid them. This has motivated us to offer a healthy and better alternative: Tallow's sunscreen.

Unlike our natural sunscreen, the active ingredient in commercial mineral sunscreen is nano-zinc oxide. Nano-zinc oxide is zinc oxide with particles so small that they penetrate deep into the skin—but leave the upper layers unprotected—and thus enter your bloodstream. Chemical ingredients and toxic substances such as oxybenzone and octocrylene are also frequently used. Not only can this cause premature skin aging, it is also carcinogenic and hormone disruptive. 

Toxins to ban:

• Parabens
• Ethylhexyl Triazone
• Nanoparticles (Ultrafine, submicroscopic materials that are insoluble.)
• Benzophenone-3 (Oxybenzone)
• Octyl methoxycinnamate (Octinoxate/Octyl Methoxycinnamate)
• Mentyl anthranilaa
• Cinoxate
• Dioxybenzone
• Ensulizole (Phenylbenzimidazole)
• Homosolate (Homosalate)
• Methyl anthranilate (Methyl anthranilate)

Additional tips to protect your skin from burning:

• Allow the skin to acclimatise to the sun gradually.
• Reduce sun exposure between 12 noon and 3 pm.
• Drink plenty of water, preferably with some sea salt for extra minerals.
• Be careful with chemical cosmetics and medicines.
• Avoid alcohol. It dilates blood vessels and can worsen sunburn.
• Increase your vitamin E intake, as this makes the skin more resistant to sunburn.
• Reduce your sunglasses. The eyes influence and regulate various organs in the body, including the skin. When you wear sunglasses, your brain thinks it's nighttime, which reduces vitamin D absorption.
• Avoid seed-based oils (such as sunflower, palm, sesame, etc.), as these cause inflammation in the skin and enzymes that break down collagen. Collagen is extremely essential and helps protect the skin from sunburn. 

The solution: Tallow's sunscreen!

Discover Tallow's unique formula, rich in natural ingredients, that protects the skin and hydrates it at the same time for babies, children and yourself. 

• SPF 30+ for great protection.
• Extra care and protection with Tallow : rich in vitamins A, B12, D, E and K and naturally contains a sun factor. 
• Broad spectrum mineral filter for good protection against UV rays.
• Biodegradable and free of toxins, so also safe for coral and marine life.
• Safe for all skin types and ages.
• With non-nano zinc oxide : helps block UVA and UVB rays, keeping the skin protected.
• Does not run and does not sting eyes.
• No fragrances or dyes. No perfume or alcohol.
• Water resistant for optimal sun protection thanks to the addition of beeswax. 
• Contains no hormone-disrupting chemicals, seed or mineral oils, parabens, or silicones. Gluten- and soy-free.