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Sunscreen Promotion - Be Safe In The Sun!
20% OFF & FREE SHIPPING Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Sunscreen Promotion Be safe in the sun! Prevent sun damage with a naturally safe sunscreen. Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Benefits: Mineral based (zinc oxide) Non-whitening & non-greasyBroa d spectrum UVA/UVB protection Antioxidants defend against free radicals Our sunscreen promotion continues and ends June 7, 2019 or while supplies last. Maximum of 3 sunscreens per customer. More About Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Contains ingredients that heal, soothe and calm skin Health Canada approved sunscreen Physical blocking sun filter is not absorbed into the bloodstream Ideal for sensitive skin, rosacea and/or melasma (hyperpigmentation) Apothekari Clean Skincare Formulations You’re concerned about what you put on your skin and we are too. Our clean skincare formulations are made with naturally safe ingredients that are also free from: Aluminum Baking Soda Silicone Parabens Phthalates Formaldehyde Synthetic Colourants Synthetic Fragrances SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) and SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) And, Apothekari Skincare products are never tested on animals. Except the human kind, of course! Apothekari Skincare products are registered with Health Canada. Read more about us here… Photo credit: Yasmeen Strang Photography
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Sunscreen Sale - Get Ready for Summer!
20% OFF & FREE SHIPPING Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Sunscreen Sale Get ready for summer! Protect your face with a naturally safe sunscreen. Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Benefits: Mineral based (zinc oxide) Non-whitening & non-greasy Broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection Antioxidants defend against free radicals Sunscreen sale ends June 7, 2019 or while supplies last. Maximum of 3 sunscreens per customer. More About Apothekari Shade SPF 30 Contains ingredients that heal, soothe and calm skin Health Canada approved sunscreen Physical blocking sun filter is not absorbed into the bloodstream Ideal for sensitive skin, rosacea and/or melasma (hyperpigmentation) Apothekari Clean Skincare Formulations You’re concerned about what you put on your skin and we are too. Our clean skincare formulations are made with naturally safe ingredients that are also free from: Aluminum Baking Soda Silicone Parabens Phthalates Formaldehyde Synthetic Colourants Synthetic Fragrances SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) and SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) And, Apothekari Skincare products are never tested on animals. Except the human kind, of course! Apothekari Skincare products are registered with Health Canada. Read more about us here… Photo credit: Yasmeen Strang Photography
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A Sunscreen Giveaway
Who doesn’t love a GIVEAWAY?! Here’s a chance to get your hands on SHADE SPF 30, our well-formulated, non-whitening, non-greasy, mineral-based sunscreen that covers all the bases and protects against UVA/UVB rays all year round. We’ve literally got you covered with our new sunscreen! We’ve worked so hard to perfect it and are excited to share it with you! Be good to your skin and stay sun smart, everyone! THE GIVEAWAY: One lucky winner will receive a summer’s* supply of our SHADE SPF 30 facial sunscreen – available just in time for the intense summer heat! Any purchase at Apothekari.com between June 7 (we’re making this one retroactive) and June 22 gets you an automatic entry into the draw. To increase your chances, pop on over and enter through our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook pages – links below. G O O D L U C K and keep an eye on social media for stories and posts and a closer look at our brand new SHADE SPF 30 sunscreen. **Non-waterproof facial sunscreen **We highly recommend sun protection all year round *3 months’ supply (3 bottles with a total value of $135) to get you through the summer – if used daily at recommended dose of 1/4 tsp application. Apothekari SHADE SPF 30 Mineral sunscreen formulated with zinc oxide (13.5% concentration). Chemical sun filter free. SPF 30. Non-whitening. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Antioxidant support to protect against free radical damage generated by UV exposure. Suitable for all skin types. Especially suitable for sensitive skin types unable to tolerate chemical sunscreens. Physical blocking sunscreens like those containing zinc oxide are the sunscreen of choice for individuals with melasma because they work to block/reflect sunlight and prevent UV rays from reaching the skin. Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays and convert it to harmless energy so the rays may still contribute to the development of melanin. Fragrance free Paraben free Silicone free Sulfate free Phthalate free Gluten free Synthetic colorant free Cruelty free and absolutely no animal testing. Contest Details Contest valid until June 22, 2018. Winner announced June 25, 2018. Winner will be selected at random and contacted directly to claim their win & provide mailing information. If no claim has been made within 72 hours, we will select another name. By entering the giveaway you agree to have your name or social media handle publicly posted. *Radio Maria Canada Interview with Cathy Biase If you missed it, I was recently interviewed by the lovely Cathy Biase on her show The Health Hub at Radio Maria Canada. Cathy is a Holistic Nutritionist and Cancer Coach with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto with a major in Psychology. During the show we talked about how to promote healthy skin, skin care must haves and adopting a holistic approach to skin care. Podcast coming soon and we will share the link with you! If you’re interested in health, nutrition and wellness, Cathy’s show features health experts who share advice on how to be the best you. She’s a wonderful, engaging interviewer and I highly recommend tuning in to her show, Tuesdays 8 am Pacific/11 am Eastern.
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New Shade SPF 30 Sunscreen is Here!
I’m proud of all the products we offer in the Apothekari line-up but I couldn’t be prouder of our new sunscreen, Shade SPF 30! Serious skin care deserves a serious sunscreen. Shade SPF 30 has been a long time coming and I’m absolutely delighted to be able to finally offer it to you! This new zinc oxide, chemical sun filter FREE sunscreen is Health Canada approved and delivers a range of features, making it an ideal choice for all skin types and those of you seeking a natural, physical blocking sunscreen. Shade SPF 30 offers: Broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection Non-whitening application (trust me on this. I tried many, many formulations and this one leaves no white cast at all…) Antioxidant support Suitability for all skin types. Especially suitable for sensitive skin and individuals with melasma. It’s also fragrance and colorant free & gluten free too! A Chemical Filter Free, Mineral Based Sunscreen Formulated with 13.5% zinc oxide (ZinClear), Shade SPF 30 offers healing, soothing and calming properties. Red algae extract (a UV absorbing substance) and ergothioneine (a natural antioxidant and amino acid, which prevents UV damage) offer additional UV protection and help support against free radical damage. It is an absolute must-have for anyone concerned about the health of their skin. Like All Apothekari Products, Shade SPF 30 Is Free From: Parabens Phthalates Formaldehyde SLS/SLES Synthetic colorants and fragrances Silicone It is cruelty-free and never tested on animals. Key Ingredients Zinc Oxide. Broad spectrum protection from UVA and UVB exposure which also promotes healing, soothes and calms the skin Thiotaine® (ergothioneine). Natural antioxidant and amino acid, prevents damage caused by UV radiation, recycles Vitamin C, assures efficient energy production, inhibits Tyrosinase (responsible for melanin production) Porphyra Umbilicalis (Red Algae) Extract. Organism that lives in shallow water where it is exposed to extreme UV radiation, produces the most powerful UV-absorbing substances in nature, and the extract itself absorbs both UVA and UVB light. Shade SPF 30 should be applied to clean skin 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. Use it daily and allow it to absorb before applying make-up. Product should be “patted” on, not rubbed in. As this is a physical sunscreen, the product sits on top of skin and is not absorbed. Reapply frequently. *Designed for facial use and not water resistant so use a water resistant sunscreen if sweating or swimming. Apply Shade SPF 30 daily along with Apothekari Bespoke Vitamin C Serum each morning (serum first, followed by sunscreen) to benefit from unparalleled protection against free radicals (generated by exposure to UV rays, pollution and daily living) and UV rays. Keep in mind that while daily sunscreen use is one of the best ways to minimize skin damage and can help to reduce the risk of developing some types of skin cancer, that sun smart habits are important too: Stay out of the sun during its peak hours, between 10 am and 4 pm. Seek shade when possible. Cover up with hats, sunglasses, long-sleeved shirts and pants. We hope that you love this sunscreen as much as we love bringing it to you!
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