UV exposure is the primary method of boosting serum vitamin D levels, which accounts for numerous health benefits.

Higher levels of vitamin D are associated with PROTECTION AGAINST CANCER DEVELOPMENT, including melanoma. Latitude, season, skin color, and sun protection determine UV absorption and vitamin D production.

When it comes to what sunscreen ingredients to avoid, oxybenzone is one of the most important to remember. This chemical makes the top of our list because it's generally the most common ingredient found in chemical sunscreens—which is unfortunate because it's widely considered to be the most toxic ingredient too.

Oils from coconuts, almonds and even lavender have been shown to offer a natural SPF. In other words, they absorb a percentage of the sun's radiation and prevent some of the damage it might cause. Because of this, claims are you can slather on coconut oil in preparation for a day 

Coconut oil is one of the better-known natural alternatives to sunscreen. In its purest form, coconut oil is derived from firmly pressing the flesh (or meat) of a coconut, either fresh or dried.

Sesame oil also acts as a highly nutritional natural sunscreen; it helps the skin against UV rays. Apply a thin layer over the skin and it will help by not allowing ozone particles to oxidize and makes a natural sunblock.

Avocado oil is rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, D and E, and potassium, making it a great ingredient for nourishing and protecting the skin from sun damage.

Your skin is your biggest organ,  and more often than not, store bought sun screens contain numerous toxic ingredients, which get  absord by the skin and enter the bloodstream, wreaking all sorts of havok. Some are even known to block you from the wrong UV and cause harm to coral reeves and aquatic life.

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