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"Slip, slop, slap!”
It’s part of the Australian vernacular and a saying that has been engrained into our psyche. With lots of beautiful days still coming up is time to rethink what we really know about the sunscreen we are using.
And are we using the sunscreen that is best for our skin? Particularly if our skin is sensitive.
Let’s start out with the basics.
The sun causes damage to our skin through it’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Within the UV spectrum, there are two types of UV rays that harm our skin and lead to skin cancer.
It is important that you protect your skin from both types of UV rays.
Recently the TGA increased the maximum SPF rating from 30 to 50. Interestingly though, SPF50 only offers marginally more protection than SPF30. SPF50 filters 98% of UVB rays, whilst SPF blocks a comparable 96.7%.
The zinc oxide used in Wotnot Natural Sunscreen forms a natural mineral zinc shield which blocks out both UVA and UVB rays. Wotnot Natural Sunscreen is Australian made and owned and designed for the whole family, from your three-month-old baby to our beloved centenarians.
Not just designed for sun protection but also to nourish the skin.
We all know we should use sunscreen every day, but what about those harsh ingredients that we then lather on our biggest organ, the skin? Especially sufferers of eczema, psoriasis or rosacea know how hard it is to find everyday essential products that don’t irritate their skin.
Wotnot Organic Sunscreens are created to soothe and protect the skin four ways to prevent premature ageing, sun damage and sun allergies:
This way even the most sensitive skin gets to keep its elasticity and smoothness all through the year when enjoying the great outdoors.
We love receiving feedback form our customers, both the very young and young at heart! 😊
"Love this natural sunscreen as I had tried many natural ones in the past and this was the first to rub in easily and not have that zinced up look. Unfortunately someone else liked the look of it too and it disappeared. I will order more soon."
Review by Stephen May 2023.
Rubs on well, isn’t too thick and doesn’t smell like anything. I’ve tried a few over the years and this in one of my favourite.
Review by Kellie on Ocy 2023.
Wotnot Naturals is a proud supporter of the Eczema Association Australia.
Check out our natural sunscreen range today!
With the start of a new schooling year just around the corner, it’s time to get back into the usual school routine. However, this can be hard to do after six weeks of sun, fun and nothing serious to do. Our back-to-school tips can help you get the kids back into the groove and prepare them for the year ahead.
Get sleep schedules back on track
It’s easy for bedtimes to become later in the summer holidays, leading to epic sleep-ins the next day! To avoid the post-holidays blues and start the year off well, it’s best to re-instate your child’s regular bedtime routine and wake-up time several days before school starts back up. Not only will this improve their concentration in the classroom, it’ll also help avoid any grumpiness and arguments!
Get the kids involved in back to school organisation
It’s not always easy as there’s a lot to think about and organise, however taking the time to prepare for school reduces the stress not only for you but also for your children.
A great way to get the kids excited about heading back into the classroom is to get them involved too! Take them shopping to gather all the stationary supplies, uniforms and school shoes and let them make some decisions on what to get. This could involve choosing their new school bag or lunchbox/ drink bottle, deciding what snack foods they might like, or trying on their uniform for size. And don’t forget to ensure they are in the habit of applying a good SPF30 natural sunscreen to themselves each day.
If they couldn’t think of anything worse than shopping for these items, get them to check them out online and pick a few things they like.
And lastly, we all know how easy it is for children to lose track of their items, so be sure to label everything!
Create a space that is all about school
This could be a spare space with desk organisers on the kitchen table or a wall schedule, or perhaps a one-stop station in the living room but creating somewhere your kids know that’s dedicated to school is a great way to prepare!
Having all school related things in one area can minimise stress and anxiety throughout the year. For younger children, a homework caddy/ organiser is a great idea and for older children a whiteboard/noticeboard works well.
You could create a DIY mud room near the front door where all coats, bags, shoes etc can be hung on hooks to simplify the daily routine.
Minimising anxiety in some children
Many children will start becoming anxious at the thought of leaving their loved ones and heading back to school, especially if they haven’t seen a lot of friends during the break (thanks Covid!!). To help them transition, talk about how they’re feeling and what is worrying them.
You can offer support by normalising experiences of worry and nerves. Reassure your child the feelings they have are common and they will likely overcome them once they have settled in. Worries and courage can exist together! Teach them calming strategies (breathing in and out to use if they feel themselves getting nervous.
Depending on your child’s age, you can also try the following to help:
- Early years/pre-school – write a social story about going to daycare or school and the routine ahead, read books about first days at school
- Primary years – set up a peer-buddy system (the school may have this already) where a peer or older child meets yours at the school gate or, if neighbours’ kids can go into school together. Try to organise some play dates before school starts.
- Secondary years – establish healthy routines as a family. Support each other around technology use, sleep and schoolwork.
For little ones starting at a new school or starting kindergarten, it’s good to be prepared and know where to go, who to chat to, who is their teacher etc to ensure as smooth a start as possible.
Creature comforts - easily overlooked, easily solved
Lastly be sure to make their first day more comfortable with this easy hack: soften their shoes with some moisturiser! Massage it into their new shoes, especially around the ankle. They will feel more comfortable to wear and lessen the whole painful experience of back to school. Sounds very indulgent but my kids loved it. 😊
With a good bit of planning — and with you as their calm and collected guide — your kids will be better able to approach the new school year feeling prepared, excited and ready to get learning!
We’re so thrilled to win the BEST BABY BRAND AUSTRALIA at the Beautyshortlist 2020 Mama & Baby Awards!! 😍 Alongside this amazing win, we’ve also received a few very special badges: 💗⠀
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WINNER - Best Baby Brand - Australia 🍃
We make innovative natural and organic skincare for women seeking to improve their and their family’s well-being. We do this with passion, courage and commitment because we care about people and our planet.
WINNER - Best Nappy Rash Cream 👶
A true miracle balm, it can be used in many ways and is the one product every parent should have at home to make sure you have an answer to all minor scrapes and abrasions, bug bites, eczema flare-ups and of course nappy rashes. It soothes and heals, it protects and blocks out irritants.
WINNER - Best Baby Wipes 💚
Wotnot Naturals Baby Wipes keep your family clean today at no cost to their health tomorrow. Made from certified organic ingredients and 100% natural bamboo fibres, you can trust them to clean up thrills and spills without irritating delicate baby skin. And because each wipe is made extra-large, one does the job of two, giving you more value with less waste.
EDITORS CHOICE WINNERS - ✨
Australia's leading natural face sunscreen and primer to protect you against sun damage. Our unique formula is proven to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by up to 16% when used daily for 8 weeks thanks to the clever inclusion of COSMOS approved plant collagen.
The softest wipes you have ever used! They clean even waterproof mascara and do not leave any trace on your face. They are infused with organic oils and botanicals. And so you can feel worry free they are compostable and will leave no trace on this planet.
Thank you to Beautyshortlist for running these special awards every year - 100% independent, tested and recommended to provide an unbiased outcome. THANK YOU also to the amazing industry expert judges for taking the time to trial and judge! ❤️
