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If Nothing Else...

Waiting for the right moment to get out of the office and enjoy summer already? Step one: Call in sick. Step two: Head to your nearest clean beach. Whether you need a bikini wax or a bottle of good sunscreen, or want a slightly tighter butt and a new pair of sunglasses, these planet-friendly options are here to help you come out of hiding.

If Nothing Else, Try This...

Use a green screen as the backdrop to your summer drama - nontoxic sunscreens, that is. Conventional sunscreens can contain toxins such as oxybenzone (a probable carcinogen that can damage DNA) - these can seep into your skin, and wash off into the sea or lakes where they impact marine life. Luckily, there are mineral-based and organic sunscreens that block rays just as well without the nasty chems - so you can get on with playing your eco-part.
Stat: Researchers estimate that about 4,000 to 6,000 metric tons (a little more than a U.S. ton) of sunscreen wash off swimmers annually into oceans worldwide and that sunscreen-induced bleaching threatens up to 10% of coral reefs.
‹ BeachupNext: Part 1: Body Prep

In This Guide...

  • Part 1
    Body Prep
    Primp with eco hair removers and nail polishes, and tone up - no gym required.
  • Part 2
    Beach Style
    Suits (both teeny and tummy-covering) and accessories, including cover-ups, totes, and shades, all made from sustainable materials. Plus, playthings like a Frisbee and solar-powered gear.
  • Part 3
    Skin Savers
    Healthier sunscreens for your face, body, hair, and lips, and self-tanners for the sun-averse. Also: sunburn-soothing potions.