Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s family brand Hello Bello recently celebrated their first anniversary. Now they are looking to grow with your family as your little ones are getting older too. Their new kids line is perfect for your big and little ones.
Hello Bello’s new kids line of premium, plant-based kid-friendly formulas are still safe for babies, but come in super fun designs and scents catered to big kids.
The Kids Line features Shampoo & Body Wash, Conditioner and Lotion, available in two new scents, Watermelon and Coconut. Made with organic coconut, marshmallow and aloe extracts, these new products will soothe, moisturize and nourish, ensuring baby-soft skin and frizz-free tresses. Our favorite part is that they’re made without phthalates, parabens, artificial fragrance and common allergens.
Kid’s Shampoo & Body Wash ($6.98) – Watermelon and Coconut
Kid’s Conditioner ($6.98) – Watermelon and Coconut
Kid’s Body Lotion ($9.98) – Watermelon and Coconut
You can find all of Hello Bello’s new Kids Line at HelloBello.com and Walmart.
Do you have a sunscreen that you know and trust? Now that summer is in full swing, parents need to find a safe and effective sunscreen for their family, The Environmental Working Group just added 119 more SPF products to their Guide to Sunscreens.
It’s important to read product instructions. When sunscreen is applied incorrectly, it provides far less protection from harmful ultraviolet rays and leaves skin exposed to sun damage.
Here are 10 of the most common mistakes people make when applying sunscreen:
Not reading the ingredient label
EWG recommends a mineral-based sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide because these active ingredients have fewer health concerns, and these products generally offer good sun protection. Zinc oxide especially provides good broad spectrum protection, protection from both UVA and UVB rays, and stability in the sun.
Not applying enough sunscreen
To protect your body fully, you should use about an ounce of lotion – enough to fill a shot glass. Product testers apply a thick coat of sunscreen to their skin to determine its SPF – the equivalent of a family of four using up a four-ounce bottle in just two hours. Make sure to slather it on!
Forgetting to reapply sunscreen every two hours
Sunscreens lose effectiveness over time and having a high SPF in the product you use is no excuse to prolong your time in the sun. Such products can give people a false sense of security so they think they are completely protected from sunburn and long-term skin damage, and can stay out in the sun longer without reapplying. EWG recommends that consumers avoid products labeled with anything higher than SPF 50+.
Applying sunscreen outdoors
Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before you venture outside. If you’re already exposed to the sun while applying sunscreen, harmful rays are already hitting your skin. On some days, even five minutes outside in the bright sunlight without sunscreen can damage skin.
Wearing sunscreen only at the beach or pool
You’re exposed to harmful UV radiation year-round. Up to 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays can penetrate through thick clouds. It’s not unheard of to get a sunburn on an overcast day. In winter months, the sun’s skin-damaging ultraviolet rays reflect off snow and ice, increasing your exposure. This is especially true on ski vacations, with greater UV exposure the higher the altitude. Remember, UV rays can pass through some glass panes while you drive or work by a window. Check out more sunscreen myths here.
Using an old, separated or expired sunscreen
As sunscreens age, or repeatedly heat and cool the formulation can separate or clump in its container. When this happens, the sunscreen won’t coat your skin in the thick or even way that’s necessary for proper skin protection. Shake sunscreens before applying and store them at an even temperature whenever possible. Toss any product if it clumps or if the oil separates from the lotion. Sunscreens are generally formulated to last about three years. However, it’s important to check expiration dates and examine the product’s texture before use. Discard products after their expiration date because they may no longer provide proper protection.
Neglecting to wear sunscreen because of your darker skin tone
No one is immune from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Although dark skin tones naturally produce more melanin to protect skin, it’s not enough to prevent skin cancer, wrinkling and photo-aging.
Using a product that combines sunscreen and bug repellent
Avoid products that combine insect repellent with sunscreen. Bugs are typically not a problem during the hours when UV radiation peaks. And, more importantly, if you reapply sunscreen every two hours, as advised, you will be overexposed to the active ingredients in the repellent.
Overlooking SPF products formulated for babies
Many baby products are formulated without fragrance and other sensitizing or allergenic ingredients. These products also work well to help protect adults with sensitive skin. This year, EWG found 16 best-scoring sunscreen products for kids.
Relying on sunscreen alone
Although sunscreen can help protect your skin from sun damage, it should never be your only line of defense. Proper sun protection includes wearing protective clothing, like a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses with UV protection. Find or make shade as much as possible, and stay indoors during peak midday sun.
Actress, mama and entrepreneur Jessica Alba’s The Honest Company is expanding! The Honest Mama line is here and ready for you to shop right now.
Like Alba’s other “Honest” products, Honest Mama is made with plenty of ingredients you love—and they’re safe for pregnant women and mommies with sensitive skin.
The line includes Calm Your Nip Balm ($14.99), Glow On Body Oil ($17.99), Me Moment Soaking Salts ($14.99), Rock the Bump Body Butter ($19.99) and Sweet Curves Body Lotion ($14.99).
To shop the Honest Mama Collection visit the brand’s website here or find your soon-to-be fave mommy and pregnancy products at Target.
Motherhood can include some mortifying moments and one mom wins the prize for most embarrassing call home from a teacher, thanks to the fact that her daughter confused K-Y Jelly with lotion.
As mom Espesa Jugosa Fupa from Walkertown, North Carolina shared in a now viral Facebook post, when her daughter innocently asked to bring some lotion to school, she had no idea what she was really in for. “My daughter asked if she can pack some lotion in her bag,” Espesa wrote in the post. “And, of course, I said, ‘Yeah go get the small travel-size one out of my top drawer.'”
Unfortunately as Espesa later discovered, it wasn’t the lotion that her daughter ended up grabbing. Fifteen minutes after dropping off her daughter on the third day of school, Espesa received a phone call from the teacher. “The teacher’s laughing hysterically,” Espesa explained. “She asked if I knew what she used to put on her legs. I told her, ‘Yeah it’s Jergens lotion.'” Not exactly.
When she arrived in the classroom she immediately noticed that her daughter’s legs were extremely shiny and guessed that she had grabbed baby oil instead of lotion. If only it were that simple. Instead, it turned out that her daughter had brought a bottle of K-Y Jelly to the classroom. Someone definitely learned a lesson that day: always check what your kids put in their backpacks.
There are changes coming to a mall near you! L Brands recently announced Bath & Body Works store closings. But don’t start hoarding Apple Blossom and Warm Vanilla Sugar lotion just yet—because there are openings coming soon too!
According to reports, following L Brands’ quarterly earnings presentation, Bath & Body Works will close 24 stores, open 46 new ones and renovate 175 existing locations. The retailer has already closed 3 stores and open 14 in 2019.
Even though store closings aren’t exactly favorited by fans of the brand, this isn’t exactly the first time Bath & Body Works has shuttered retail locations. In the past decade the brand has closed 675 and sold 130 stores.
While hundreds of closings may seem like bad news, the soapy retailer has also opened 822 new stores. So is your nearest Bath & Body Works on the list? As of now, L Brands hasn’t announced specific stores slated to close in 2019.
Spring has arrived and summer is just around the corner, which means kids will be spending more time out in the sun. Now is the perfect time to restock your sunscreen stash, but before you go on that Target run, the question remains: is spray sunscreen safe for kids?
Every parent that has spent even a minute trying to rub sunscreen onto a squirmy toddler can see the value in spray sunscreen. It’s fast and easy, but is it really the best choice? Not always. Some sunscreen is better than none, but according to experts, when given the choice parents should opt for using lotion rather than aerosol sprays.
“A spray can seem really convenient because you can just spray and off you go,” Dr. Jean Moorjani, a pediatrician at Orlando Health’s Arnold Palmer Hospital For Children told POPSUGAR. “The tricky thing about the spray is the way it’s made. Aerosol versions are going to be thinner than lotion, so you don’t really know how much sun protection your child is getting because a lot of these sprays have to be administered all over. They’re known to miss spots, even though it seems like they get everything.”
There is also the chance that kids can end up inhaling the aerosol spray. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration recommends avoiding spraying sunscreen near the face. Dr. Albert Yan, a pediatric dermatologist at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section of Pediatric Dermatology says the best method is to spray the sunscreen in your hand and then rub it onto the skin.
The other problem with sprays is that people often don’t apply enough. The American Academy of Dermatology advises one ounce per use, which means a six-ounce bottle of spray sunscreen contains only six applications for one adult. As a general rule of thumb you should be able to see the sunscreen on your skin to know that you’re using enough.
When shopping for a sunscreen it’s also important to purchase one that offers the right type of protection. The AAD advises shoppers to look for labels marked “broad spectrum” and “water resistant” and to opt for sunscreens with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.
Popular e-commerce site Jet.com is expanding its home essentials line! Shoppers can now check out the Uniquely J baby line, a collection of hypoallergenic and dye-free baby essentials—and everything is under $15.
Uniquely J, a private label brand only available on Jet.com, has been around for some time now, offering groceries, cleaning, laundry, paper and plastic items at a great price. The new baby products, priced at $10 to $13 expand the existing line and provide gentle products for mom and baby.
Snag free shipping when you spend $35 or more on your order, and you can even save money by bundling products together! While you’re visiting Jet.com, don’t forget to check out their other products in electronics, fashion, beauty and home!
Every day the company plans to mark down different drugstore products every day, up to 50 percent both online and in store. Target has plenty of items on sale throughout the 14 days, but you’ll want to shop the items from weekly ad to get the best deals possible. Keep scrolling to see our picks for can’t miss-products!
Target's exclusive Love Beauty & Planet Lavender & Argan Natural Oils Infusion Hair ($5.99) has a rich oil blend infused with golden Argan Oil and gives you smooth, soft hair in a snap. You can't beat the positively delicious fragrance, and your hair will look pretty great, too!
La Roche Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser
The paraben, sulfate and fragrance-free cleanser, La Roche Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser doesn't go on sale often! Right now you can snag a bottle for $15 but also get a second for 25 percent off. The gentle cleanser doesn't irritate sensitive skin and is a beauty must.
TRESemmé Anti-Frizz Smoothing Sheets
Spring weather is usually a combination of sunny and wet, and that's why keeping TRESemmé Anti-Frizz Smoothing Sheets ($5) on hand is always a good idea. With 6 sheets per pouch, the argan, coconut, avocado and babassu oil, along with murumuru butter and Vitamin E papers are guaranteed to keep you sleek until drier weather is here for good. Right now, you can get a $5 gift card when you buy 4!
COVERGIRL + Olay Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Foundation
Smooth your age and your complexion with COVERGIRL + Olay Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Foundation on sale for $7.79. The product comes in 12 shades works to hydrate skin over time and reduce the look of wrinkles and fine lines.
Formula 10.0.6 Pores Be Pure Mud Mask
Make it a spa day at home with a Formula 10.0.6 Pores Be Pure Mud Mask ($5.60)! Strawberries and yarrow extracts help pull out dirt and give your face that spring-y glow.
Not Your Mother's Naturals Curl Defining Detangler
When it comes to natural products, Not Your Mother's Naturals Curl Defining Detangler ($8.50) is one of the best! It's made from plant-derived ingredients, is 100% sulfate and silicone-free and is not tested on animals.
Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Push Up Drama Angel Mascara
Bare Republic Mineral Sunscreen Face Lotion ($13) is a must for natural product lovers. It has mineral UV protection using natural plant extracts, including kukui seed oil, algae and baobab extracts. When you buy 3, you'll also get a $5 gift card!
Baby Bum Bubble Bath
While Baby Bum Bubble Bath ($8) may technically be a kid's product, we see no harm in enjoying a nice, quiet bubble bath of our own! The vegan, dye, sulfate, paraben and silicone free product is safe for the whole family and we hopefully leave you with a relaxing glow.
Zandra Cunningham has been busy. The 18-year-old Buffalo, New York native is not only a teenager, but the founder and CEO of her own beauty line, Zandra Beauty and oh yeah––it’s now being sold at Target!
Zandra Beauty is all about chemical and cruelty-free, vegan, plant-based products, and currently sells over 50 skincare products, including deodorant, body wash, and artisan soap bars. The Target-exclusive “Treat Yo Self” beauty box comes with a nourishing hand and body lotion, exfoliating sugar scrub, and lip and body balms.
After launching her cruelty-free beauty brand at the tender age of nine, Cunningham focused her efforts on selling her products at a local farmer’s market. Fast forward to 2019 and the teen is not only leading the green beauty initiative, but she is encouraging teen girls to pursue their interests in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through the brand’s “Science Behind It” program.
You can find the beauty box at over 707 Target stores on the exclusive Black History Month display.
Crunchy mamas rejoice: a new line of organic baby products is now at Target, and its products are non-GMO, pediatrician-tested, vegan, gluten-free and dermatologist-tested! Whoa.
The Made Of brand is a fave among moms who favor products that promise ultimate transparency, simplicity and safe, but effective, picks. According to spokesperson from Made Of, Target began selling the baby product line on Jan. 20, 2019 in approximately 450 stores in the United States.
So what does Made Of have for natural product-loving mamas—and their babies, of course? Pretty much just about everything you need! Popular Made Of picks include diapers, wipes, shampoo, hand soap, diaper rash cream, baby powder, lotion, sunscreen, multi-surface cleaner and its bottle and dish soap.
Oh and don’t worry about this organic line of baby products breaking the bank. These organic items from Made Of cost so much less than you could have expected. Made Of’s products are priced in a totally reasonable way, making them much more affordable than other organic, natural, non-toxic options.
