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(C) Monochrome classic with a twist

Tell me in the comments.
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At Home · June 15, 2018

My Favorite Sunscreens

Skin care took on a whole new meaning when we adopted Paxton.  He is biracial, Caucasian and African, but he is still prone to burn.  A lot of people don’t realize that African American skin can still burn and they are still under the same risks for skin cancer.  Plus the stress that the sun puts on your skin alone makes sunscreen important.

Paxton has also struggled with eczema at times and it has almost always been environmentally aggravated.  We have been able to link a lot of his outbreaks to dishwashing pods, laundry detergent and sunscreen.  This put me on a journey to find the right sunscreen for him and the rest of our family,

A lot of times we think about the things we are putting in our bodies when we are trying to be healthy but the reality is that what we put on our bodies is just as important.  The skin is the largest organ in the body and what you put on your skin is getting inside your body too.  It is hard to pass the convenience and price of store bought spray on sunscreens.  Believe me I have a hard time with this too.  The spray on sunscreens are so easy to use and convenient and you can pick them up easily at any store around town.

But with convenience comes it’s price and that is a product that is loaded with chemicals that can actually make the skin you are trying to protect more vulnerable.  Things that we don’t consider sometimes are expiration dates.  Stores are notoriously bad for not checking product expiration dates and if you don’t think that really matters then check this out…

This is a picture of my friends back after they got a bad batch of sunscreen from the local Walmart.

I am not writing this post to make you feel bad about the type of sunscreen you are using but only to help enlighten you on some brands that may be better especially if you have a child that is sensitive.

First of all I love this website for looking for sunscreens.  They not only break down which sunscreens are best for which situations but they give you factual information on what is really in your sunscreen and how much protection you are really getting.  This is an excellent resource.

Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen

This is the one that we have been currently using on everyone’s faces and also on Paxton’s entire body.  This sunscreen was recommended to my by our pediatrician, a dermatologist and I also read the recommendation on the ewg.org website.  It is mostly zinc but does not leave your skin white like a lot of zinc based sunscreens will.  This is important with darker skin as it will show and that matters to some kids.  It is easy to apply and it lasts.

California Baby

I have not personally used this sunscreen but this was the next one we were moving on to if Blue Lizard didn’t work for us.  It comes with a hefty price tag of $30 a bottle but for your super sensitive kids it’s the best.  If your kids has had eczema like mine I know you will do just about anything to keep a breakout from happening so this may be your brand.

Melaleuca Sunshades Mineral Sunscreen

I did not find this one on the ewg.org website but it is a brand that we have used in the past and loved.  It actually worked really well for us I just found that I had to reapply more often than I do with the Blue Lizard.  At the height of Paxton’s eczema issues we switched all of our household products to Melaleuca and it made an enormous difference.  Their sunscreen is also a wonderful product.

Aveeno Baby Continuous Protection

If you are looking for a sunscreen that is going to be easy to find in all stores this is it.  Easy to apply and great for sensitive skin.  This sunscreen is my backup when I can’t find or run out of Blue Lizard.  We haven’t had an issues with this one and eczema flare ups.

The Ewg.org website is your best bet for any other questions you have or to check out the ingredients in your own sunscreen.  It is always important to remember that companies list ingredients on the back of their packaging but that things can be hidden under categories like fragrance.  Make sure that you are looking at a complete list and if you have a child who has eczema issues that you are tracking ingredients for sunscreens that give them issues.

Here’s to a fun summer sunburn and eczema free!

XO,

Tippy

 

 

 

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It’s almost time. #kingoween It’s almost time. #kingoween
It’s been 🔥🔥🔥 and yes, I’m still soak It’s been 🔥🔥🔥 and yes, I’m still soaking up summer, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t already dreaming of…

🧥Layering (give me all the sweaters and jackets)
👢Boots. Tall ones, short ones, give me them all.
🍂Gumbo season, obviously.
🎃Fall flavors.  Caramel, cinnamon, pumpkin.
🥘Soup. Just soup. All the soup. 🍲

Summer girl forever, but fall girl at heart.

What are you most excited about once the temps drop a little? 🍂👇
July was hot, busy, and full of great outfits, but July was hot, busy, and full of great outfits, but these three looks stood out.  #style #outfit #nuuly
I have ideas, Kate makes them happen. I saw a pair I have ideas, Kate makes them happen. I saw a pair of jeans like this on a creator on TikTok a few months ago. After searching I found they were a unicorn. I showed the pics to Kate and she’s like I got this. The finished product is amazing. 

This was our 4th project together and I get more impressed with her everyday. @shopcosmiccollective 

#fashion #style #cosmiccollective #nyfw #nolafw #jeans #customjeans #custommade #northshore #northshoreliving #throwingafit #summernights #ootd #wiw #contentcreator #personalstyle
I spent a dreamy evening with @newheightstherapy a I spent a dreamy evening with @newheightstherapy at the @southernhotel for their Havana Nights party. I attend a lot of events and I have to say this was one of the most stunning events I’ve been to. Every detail was covered and the guests… the guests not only know how to follow a theme but they absolutely killed it. 

New Heights Therapeutic Riding Center is a nonprofit that offers equine-assisted therapy to individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges. Located on a beautiful property in Folsom, they provide life-changing services thanks to the support of volunteers, donors, and their local community. If you’ve never visited, I highly recommend scheduling a tour, you’ll leave inspired.
It’s B. #styled #havananights #party #styling @n It’s B. #styled #havananights #party #styling @nuuly
Heading to a Havana Nights-themed party tonight fo Heading to a Havana Nights-themed party tonight for @newheightstherapy and this one had me slightly out of my fashion comfort zone.

I had a vision… but it took a minute to bring it to life.
In the end, I found the one and I think y’all are going to love it.

Which vibe do you think I went with?
(A) Sexy glam in a metallic fabric
(B) A daring mini moment with color to match
(C) Monochrome classic with a twist

Tell me in the comments.
Mid-year is here which means it’s time to pause, Mid-year is here which means it’s time to pause, reset, and get honest about what’s actually working.

I’m not forcing goals that don’t fit anymore. I’m not chasing growth just to say I’m growing. I’m letting go of the things that no longer serve me and making space for what feels aligned now.

In my latest blog post, I’m sharing 3 things I’m doing differently in my mid-year reset + the reflection prompts I’m using to check in. It’s not about a full overhaul—it’s about intention.

💬 Ready to reset with me?
✨ Tap the link in my bio to read the post. 

#midyearreset #contentcreatorlife #goalcheckin #alignedgrowth #blogpostalert #intentionoverhustle
@kati_the_redhead and I went shopping for the perf @kati_the_redhead and I went shopping for the perfect outfit to wear to @fidelitybankla White Linen Night Experience happening August 2nd!! Meet us at the event (tickets are available in my bio) or follow along with our stores next weekend!! #fidelitybank #whitelinennight #fidelitybankwhitelinennight
How I Packed for 11 Days in Orlando (Without Overp How I Packed for 11 Days in Orlando (Without Overpacking!) 🧳☀️

Not me calling my best friend in a full panic because I was packing way too much and couldn’t figure out how to edit it down. Very unlike me. 

Cue an emergency FaceTime with @blaumshavemorefun, who, by the way, was in the tub while helping me decide what was going and what was staying. 

That call reminded me to go back to the basics. I know the key to packing smart is picking a color palette. I stuck with black and white and added a pop of green for Paxton’s team. 💚 It made everything mix and match so easily and helped me avoid tossing in a bunch of extras “just in case.”

Since we had a washer and dryer, I packed fewer outfits and planned to rewear. For shoes, I kept it simple with two pairs of sandals and two pairs of sneakers. 👟👡 I also packed a few lightweight sweaters for those freezing gyms.

Now, where I didn’t pack minimally? Jewelry. I brought all the options so I could restyle and make repeat outfits feel brand new. ✨

Extras I brought:
✔️ 2 swimsuits
✔️ 2 sets of workout clothes
✔️ 2 loungewear sets
✔️ 2 sets of pajamas

Packing with a plan, and a best friend on speed dial, makes all the difference. 

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