John Gillespie Talks Coleman Repellents SkinSmart

Outdoor Expert John Gillespie talks about a fantastic new product innovation, SkinSmart, a DEET-Free insect repellent by Coleman Repellents.

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Sunscreens and Insect Repellents - What You Put on Your Skin, You Eat!

What our skin and our bodies come into contact with in today's squeaky-clean living is overwhelming. In fact, it is toxic bombardment. There is a hygienic or cleansing product for every part of our body and for every surface and item in your home, office and car. Toxic chemicals abound. We breathe them, lather with them, brush with them and soak in them. We touch them constantly. Without a doubt, we absorb them.

Just what is it we're absorbing? Synthetic fragrances, artificial colors, 'age-accelerating' toxic chemicals and preservatives such as propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, toluene, mineral oil, parabens, imidazolidinyl and diazolidinyl urea and triethanolamine (TEA). These chemicals are known to cause a wide variety of symptoms including eye problems, allergies, skin irritations, headaches, liver, kidney and nervous system damage. And the accumulation just adds to our overall toxic load.

Due to public demand, an entire industry has been built on developing natural cleaning products --everything from non-toxic bathroom cleaners to environmentally friendly dish soaps. Seventh Generation, Planet, and Earth Friendly Products are examples of companies that have put a lot of effort and thought into their great products.

SUNSCREENS

We would be remiss if we didn't comment on sunscreens. It is politically incorrect to advise against using sunscreen, but ah, what the heck. Don't use sunscreen. Unless you use a non-toxic version, commercial sunscreens are full of chemicals and they do absorb through the skin. They are worse than damage from the sun in many ways, and they block the UVB rays which are necessary for producing vitamin D3 in the skin. They also contain xenoestrogens, man made estrogen-like substances, as ingredients.

Instead:

Use light colored clothing that reflects sun's rays.
Try a natural sunscreen such as Aubrey's Green Tea Sunblock for Children SPF 25 from the health food store.
Try All Terrain's Kids' Sport SPF 30 - PABA and paraben-free, complete UVA and UVB protection, from your health food store.

INSECT REPELLANTS

Bug repellants that contain DEET are very toxic. They can cause severe allergic reactions and lead to unnecessary toxic build-up in the body. Here are other options that you can buy from outdoor stores or your health food store:

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Insect Repellents : Picaridin Insect Repellents

Picaridin is a new insect repellent chemical to the US, but has been used in Europe for years to repel bugs. Learn more about picaridin insect repellents with tips from an outdoorsman in this free insect prevention video. Expert: Steve Curtis Bio: Steve Curtis has been involved in outdoor activities his entire life and is a manager in the camping/backpacking department at Bill Jackson's Shop for Adventure in Pinellas Park, Florida. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

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Insect Repellents : DEET Insect Repellents

DEET insect repellent is one of the most effect methods of preventing insect bites. Learn all about DEET, including information on safety, with tips from an outdoorsman in this free insect prevention video. Expert: Steve Curtis Bio: Steve Curtis has been involved in outdoor activities his entire life and is a manager in the camping/backpacking department at Bill Jackson's Shop for Adventure in Pinellas Park, Florida. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

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