Summer Essentials for Skin, Sun & Hydration

Wellness Wednesday, sponsored by Clark’s Nutrition Natural Foods Market, took us into the aisles with Starkie Sowers and Erika Vangalen, where they shared their must-have summer products for sun protection, hydration, and nourishing your skin from head to toe.

🌞 Sunscreen with Substance: SPF That Works (and Feels Good)

When it comes to protecting your skin from harmful UV rays, zinc oxide is the gold standard. But let’s be honest—no one wants to walk around looking ghostly white. That’s why Erika and Starkie were excited to share SPF options that go on smooth and clear.

• Mad Hippie SPF: A favorite of Erika’s, it’s packed with anti-microbial and anti-aging ingredients while offering powerful sun protection.

• Badger SPF: Made with minimal, organic ingredients and reef-safe zinc oxide, this line is ideal for families, sports, and long days in the sun. It’s also vegan and water-resistant.
  
  🧴 Hydration for Your Skin: Tallow, Butters & Body Love

  In the dry desert heat, moisture is everything—and Erika had some stellar picks for deep hydration and skin nourishment.

  • Tallow Balm: Rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, this balm is made from rendered beef fat, which closely mimics the human skin’s natural fatty acid profile—making it highly absorbent and ultra-moisturizing.

  • Andalou Naturals: A standout for Erika, this certified organic line offers body butters, lotions, and skincare products that are hard to find elsewhere—and smell like a tropical vacation.
    
    🌴 Kukui Cocoa Body Butter

    Want to smell like summer while giving your skin some serious TLC? Try the Kukui Cocoa Body Butter.

    • It’s thick and rich, but packaged in a squeeze tube for easy use (no scooping necessary!).
      
      💧 Castor Oil – An Ancient Secret, Rediscovered

      Wrapping up the segment, Starkie and Erika highlighted a surprising standout: castor oil.

      Used since ancient Egyptian times, castor oil is:

      • Great for hair growth and nail strength

      • Commonly used in castor oil packs for digestive health and inflammation relief

      • Known for helping with pain and detoxification
        
        ☀️ Ready for Summer? Clark’s Has You Covered.

        From reef-safe sunscreens to clean body butters and therapeutic oils, Clark’s Nutrition has everything you need to stay protected and glowing all season long.