vive_product_dopo_stp40 Summer is right around the corner, but it actually feels like it’s already here. It’s been in the high 80′s where we live and we’ve gotten the pool out to go swimming, played at the park, and done other fun activities outside. Sunshine is great for kids, but it’s also important to protect them against harmful rays. Last summer, Rowan was just a small baby. I didn’t take him out much, and when I did, I kept him in the shade. Basically he hasn’t been exposed to much sun. I knew this summer that I needed a great sunscreen that was going to protect his virgin skin. Meet Vivesana, an awesome sunblock product line that provides the strongest natural protection on earth.
Vivesana offers a few different protections:

  • Solar to Polar Ultra – A Potent SPF 40. A significant advancement in high performance synthetic-free and organic sun care, the Ultra provides durable, clear, and antioxidant-rich protection. No phthalates, no parabens and no BPA.
  • Solar to Polar Baby – A Pure SPF 42. Solar to Polar Baby has the strongest synthetic-free SPF this side of a shady tree. It is gentle, hypoallergenic, and 70% organic. Its tube is safe, sustainable, domestic and BPA-free. Let the fun shine in!
  • Dopo Elements (Coming soon!) – Dopo means “after”. As in, try this remarkably nourishing, repairing, soothing and organic moisturizer after being in the sun, water, and dry air. Easy on the skin and eyes.

Pros: The first big test was how this would work.  We ventured out for an afternoon in the sun, and I slathered the Solar to Polar Baby on Rowan.  Ok, so I didn’t exactly slather, because this is a NICE thick cream.  The consistency is awesome and a little goes a long way.  One thing that I hate about a lot of other sunblock brands is that when they get hot in the sun, they tend to get runny and go everywhere.  Not this one.  I noticed the consistency was still as nice and creamy after an hour in the sun.  It absorbed quickly, and doesn’t have that greasy feel after it’s done being absorbed.  Since Rowan was just wearing a swim diaper, I watched him closely to see how the sunblock was working.  After a few hours, he didn’t look pink at all, and I knew Vivesana was doing it’s job. 

I love that this product is an organic sunblock.  And unlike other brands, it has picture-2some great antioxidants which are great for the skin.  It’s botanical ingredients include jojoba  and apricot which help moisturize, chamomile to comfort skin,  antioxidants like green tea and raspberry to repair cell damage, and zinc oxide to protect.  I remember reading an article about zinc oxide and what a great job it does in protecting, so it’s nice to know that there’s 3.5% zinc oxide in it.

 
I  tried the Solar  to Polar ultra out on myself.  After years of tanning beds, and lots of sun exposure, I’ve realized just how important it is to keep my skin protected.  My dad had skin cancer removed from his nose while I was still living at home, and that was a big eye opener for me that I needed to start protecting my skin.  The protection was just as amazing, and I felt like I was applying a nice moisturizer as well. 

The packaging is an aluminum which is BPA free and locally packaged.  It’s refreshing to see a company veering away from plastic.

Dopo elements is an after sun moisturizer that is coming out soon!  It looks incredible as well and will make a great addition to the Vivesana collection.

Vivesana has a wonderful website that is really easy to navigate.  I found all of the information I needed, it had great pictures, and really got a great message across.

Cons:  Because this is so concentrated and creamy, it does take more effort to rub in, but it’s worth it for the protection.  I also understand the great concept behind the aluminum tube, but it’s a bit hard to work with.  My advice would be to make sure you start from the bottom and squeeze up, because it creates more pressure, thus making it easier to get out.  I made the mistake of pushing it from the middle and quickly learned that probably wasn’t the best way as I used more of the tube. 

The Bottom Line:  Awesome organic natural sunblock that not only protects, but helps nourish the skin. 

Price:  $29 for Solar to Polar Ultra, $32 for Solar to Polar Baby

Where to Buy: Vivesana Website

Rating:  Excellent

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