SUN BLEACHERS SKIN KILLERS

The next time you slap on that sun screen to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays, think twice. A new study has found that the chemicals commonly found in sunscreens - paraben, cinnamate, benzophenone, and a camphor derivative, is likely to kill our coral reefs. Learn more about our coral reefs and what you can do to help here.

Whilst parabens can mimic the hormone estrogen, which is known to play a role in the development of breast cancers, benzophenones, cinnamates and camphor derivatives are common causes of photocontact allergy.

Organic solutions like Dr Hauschka and The Organic Pharmacy may just be the answer to treat both our skin and the earth.

Dr Hauschka is available at Tangs Beauty Hall and The Organic Pharmacy is available at Bud Cosmetics.