Traditionally, many people [...]]]> July has arrived, marking the start of summer community festivals and lazy days by the pool or on the beach. Bathing suits, halter tops and alternative cuts in clothing reveal tender skin that has been protected by t-shirts and business suits year-round.  There are two solutions to avoid unseemly tan lines (or burns!)

Traditionally, many people have spent hours in the sun or tanning beds trying to build up a “base tan.”  A tan is your skin’s natural reaction to UVA and UVB radiation.  Your body is trying to protect itself from harmful effects by creating a barrier. The tan, however, is the first sign of sun damage to your skin.

Alternatively, applying sun block with a minimum rating of SPF 15 can prevent the development of premature skin aging as well as unsightly stripes and tan lines. For active sports, choose a water proof sunblock.  After swimming or vigorous sweating, reapply sun block.  For healthy choices in sun block, see the Environmental Working Group’s 2010 Sun block report.

Conscientious and regular application of sun block will allow you to fashionably wear many cuts of clothing without unseemly tan lines.  Keep you and your loved ones safe and beautiful!

We are excited to announce another local retailer in Central Ohio.  Welcome, Clintonville Outfitters! They are retailing hand sanitizers, bar soaps, stainless steel water bottles and lip balms.  All of them are good for you and for [...]]]> Have we all survived the winter?  Spring is in the air and Celtic Naturals has many changes to announce.

We are excited to announce another local retailer in Central Ohio.  Welcome, Clintonville Outfitters! They are retailing hand sanitizers, bar soaps, stainless steel water bottles and lip balms.  All of them are good for you and for the environment.  Check them out.  You can smell great on your next camping trip.

Celtic Naturals is also announcing a new web address in coming weeks. We have officially secured the domain www.celticnaturals.com. Yes, that’s right, without the hyphen.  We are very thankful that we can provide you simple communications.  Our Twitter, Facebook and web addresses will now be consistent.  Stay tuned for progress.

We will also be launching a new store.  We have heard your requests.  In an attempt to make your shopping experience more pleasurable, we will begin using a new online store system.  You will still be able to find all of your favorite products, but hopefully, you will find them more quickly and easily.  We really are looking forward to hearing your feedback on this.  More information as we move forward.

Cold and dry? Make sure you wear light, breathable outer layers. Protect your skin from chapping by using lotions, lip balms and coverings. Since high body temperatures trigger our thirst mechanisms, it is easy to forget proper hydration techniques when out [...]]]> The weather determines your needs when undergoing long periods of physical activity.

Cold and dry? Make sure you wear light, breathable outer layers. Protect your skin from chapping by using lotions, lip balms and coverings. Since high body temperatures trigger our thirst mechanisms, it is easy to forget proper hydration techniques when out in the cold. Sip water frequently to stay hydrated.

Cold and wet? Chafing tends to be more of an issue. Extreme chafing results in bloody sores or blisters. Protect your feet with wicking or double lined socks. For underarm areas, bra lines, nipples and thigh regions, use any of the commercially available lotions or glide agents.

The three lip balms offer targeted protection: