Blog: Everything Under the Sun
We Care About Sustainability and Skincare
Celebrating Earth Day with MDSolarSciences: Why We Care About Sustainability and Skincare As we celebrate Earth Day, it's essential to reflect not only on the health of our planet but also on the products we use daily and their impact on the environment. At MDSolarSciences, we believe that sun care is skin care, and our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility is deeply ingrained in everything we do. Protecting Skin Health, Protecting the Planet Since 2010, MDSolarSciences has been leading skincare innovations with a mission to protect skin health. Our founder, renowned dermatologic oncologist Dr. Robert J. Friedman, understood the critical connection between protecting skin from the sun's rays and environmental stressors and overall wellness. With this in mind, he set out to develop clinically proven SPF formulas that not only protect but also improve skin health with each use. Science Meets Sustainability At MDSolarSciences, we merge our background in science with a commitment to sustainability. Our products are developed with luxurious textures that make you want to wear them every day, but they're also rigorously tested and safe for all skin types, including children 6 months and older. We believe that convenience shouldn't come at the expense of the planet, which is why our sustainable, multi-tasking must-haves deliver results without compromise. Innovative Formulas for a Brighter Future Our commitment to sustainability goes hand in hand with our dedication to innovation. We continually develop new formulas that harness the latest ingredients and techniques, all while minimizing our environmental footprint. Every product we make is infused with our revolutionary ProVention-R® technology, which not only protects skin against the sun's harmful rays but also preVents future sun damage and restores past sun damage. Making a Difference, One Product at a Time Beyond caring for your skin, we care deeply about the planet. From our sustainable packaging to our eco-friendly manufacturing processes, we're dedicated to making a difference to your whole-being, one product at a time. By choosing MDSolarSciences, you're not only protecting your skin but also contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future for our planet. This Earth Day, join us in celebrating the beauty of nature and the importance of sustainable skincare practices. Together, we can make a positive impact on both our skin health and the health of our planet. Discover our range of sustainable SPF skincare products and join us in our mission to protect and preserve the beauty of our planet, one sun-kissed day at a time.
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Spring Break Prep: Things You Need to Know Before You Go
Ah, spring break – that magical time of year when the sun beckons and adventure calls. But before you embark on your sunny escapades, there are a few essentials you need to know, especially when it comes to keeping you and your little ones protected from the sun's powerful rays. At MDSolarScience, we've got you covered with our range of kid-friendly and mineral-based sunscreens that ensure safe and effective sun protection for the whole family. For the Kids: Our MDSolarScience Kid Collection – specially formulated to provide maximum sun protection without any of the unwanted side effects. Our KidCreme SPF 50, KidStick SPF 40, and KidSpray SPF 40 offer broad-spectrum SPF coverage without leaving behind that dreaded white cast. Plus, they're safe for children 6 months+, giving you peace of mind as your little ones play in the sun. But why is reapplying sunscreen so important? Let's break it down. Sunscreen is your first line of defense against harmful UV rays, but its effectiveness diminishes over time, especially with exposure to water and sweat. That's why it's crucial to reapply regularly, ensuring continuous protection against sun damage. With our Kid Collection, reapplication is a breeze, so you can focus on making memories without worrying about sunburns. For the Spring Breakers: For those seeking effortless sun protection on the go, look no further than our Mineral Range. Whether you prefer a lightweight cream, a tinted option for a touch of color, or a convenient stick for targeted application, we've got the perfect solution for your sun care needs. Our mineral-based formulas offer reliable protection without any harsh chemicals, making them ideal for even the most sensitive skin. Remember, proper application is key to sun safety. Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure to ensure adequate coverage, and don't forget to reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, as well as immediately after towel drying. For extended periods of sun exposure, consider additional protective measures such as wearing sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and using a sun umbrella for extra shade. So, whether you're building sandcastles with the kids or lounging poolside with friends, make sure you're prepared for fun in the sun with MDSolarScience. Because when it comes to sun protection, there's no room for compromise. Enjoy your spring break adventures knowing you've got the best defense against sun damage by your side.
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The Derm Is In: Get to Know Jamie Kim
In the bustling streets of Los Angeles, where the pursuit of flawless skin is practically a way of life, Jamie Kim PA shares her expertise and guidance. As a seasoned Dermatology Physician Assistant, Jamie possesses the knowledge and experience in the realm of skincare, offering insights to those seeking the secret to radiant, healthy skin. Jamie is a member of the MDSolarSciences Skin Health Exchange Council (S.H.E.) The SHE Council plays an integral role at MDSolarSciences by expanding the company’s expertise in the medical and scientific community. In this exclusive question and answer session, we delve deep into the world of skincare with Jamie Kim. Q: WHAT DO YOU DO? I am a Dermatology Physician Assistant trained in medical, cosmetic and surgical Dermatology. I love being able to help people feel more confident in their skin and educating people on the importance of sun safety. Q: WHY DO YOU LOVE USING MDSOLARSCIENCES? I love MDSolarSciences products because they look and feel good on my skin! I am also a firm believer in protecting your skin against sun damage (and skin cancer) so I love the motto behind MDSolarSciences - developing skincare products that make it easy to wear on a daily basis to fight skin cancer at its source. Q: IS THERE SOMETHING IN PARTICULAR ABOUT MDSOLARSCIENCES AS A BRAND THAT ATTRACTED YOU TO BEING A FAN OF THE PRODUCTS/OVERALL BRAND MESSAGING?I like that MDSolarSciences was founded by a physician, Dr. Robert J. Friedman, who was a Dermatologic Oncologist and knew about the human skin and the science behind the products. This is in contrast to a lot of skincare brands out there that are founded by people who may not be skincare experts. Q: WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 FAVORITE MDSOLARSCIENCES PRODUCTS? Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF 30 Why I love it: I see a lot of patients with skin cancer on or around the lips. It's very important to protect the lips from sun damage as well so I love that this tinted lip balm provides both protection and nice color! Gleam + Glow SPF 50Why I love it: I love the Gleam + Glow because it’s hydrating and leaves a nice sheer glow! It goes on smoothly without feeling greasy. Plus it contains ceramides to keep your skin barrier healthy. Daily Perfecting Moisturizer SPF 30Why I love it: It feels hydrating and goes on smoothly without leaving any greasy residue or piling! It's perfect to wear on a daily basis.
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The Marvel of Our Amazing Wash Away One Step Cleanser
Discover the epitome of skincare luxury with our amazing Wash Away One Step Cleanser. This sulfate-free, low-foam gem transcends ordinary cleansing, elevating your daily, morning and evening skincare routine to a new standard of excellence. Transformative Cleansing: More Than Just a Makeup Remover Gentle Elegance in Every Drop Our cleanser is more than a mere makeup remover—it's a transformative experience. The sulfate-free, low-foam formula delicately exfoliates, whisking away makeup, impurities, and sunscreen while preserving your skin's precious pH balance. Nature's Bounty for Your Skin Enriched with Apple and Pineapple extracts, our cleanser ensures a spa-like exfoliation experience. These natural wonders gently remove dead skin cells, unveiling a refreshed, radiant complexion. Revitalizing Oils for a Silken Touch Argan and Grapeseed oils join forces to dissolve sunscreen, leaving your skin with a clean canvas. This powerful duo not only cleanses but pampers your skin, ensuring it remains supple and moisturized throughout the cleansing ritual. Hydration Redefined Infused with nourishing Squalane and Hyaluronic Acid, our cleanser goes beyond mere purification. It actively hydrates your skin, leaving it feeling soft, refreshed, and perfectly primed for the next steps in your skincare regimen. Gentle on All Fronts Our fragrance-free formula ensures a serene cleansing experience, making it suitable for sensitive, rosacea, and acne-prone skin. It’s a testament to our commitment to providing a skincare solution that caters to diverse needs. Travel-Ready Elegance Available in both 5 oz. and a convenient 1.7 oz. travel size, our Amazing Wash Away One Step Cleanser is your loyal companion wherever you go. The perfect travel-sized indulgence for those who refuse to compromise on skincare, even on the go. FSA/HSA Eligible - Your Wellness, Your Way Now, taking care of your skin is not just a beauty routine; it’s an investment in your well-being. Our cleanser is FSA/HSA eligible, ensuring you have the flexibility to prioritize your skincare within the framework of your healthcare plan. Elevate your skincare experience, embrace the luxury of our amazing Wash Away One Step Cleanser, and step into a world where beauty meets unparalleled care. Your skin deserves nothing less.
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Everyday Hydration
Everyday Hydration Welcome to a world where hydration meets protection, and every skincare moment is a celebration of your radiant beauty. Our everyday hydration arsenal features the essentials for a nourished, shielded, and beautiful complexion. Hydrating Lip Balm SPF 30: A Pout of Perfection Your lips deserve the best, and our Hydrating Lip Balm SPF 30 is here to deliver. Infused with moisture-locking wonders, this lip balm not only protects your delicate lips from the sun but also leaves them feeling irresistibly soft and hydrated. Pout perfection, every day. Daily Perfecting Moisturizer SPF 30: Your Canvas for Radiance Indulge your skin in the Daily Perfecting Moisturizer SPF 30 - a symphony of hydration and protection. This moisturizer is crafted to hydrate, illuminate, and create the perfect canvas for your daily glow. Let its silky texture transform your skincare routine into a ritual of self-love. MD Advanced Hydration Night Crème: While You Dream, We Hydrate As the day winds down, let our clinically proven MD Advanced Hydration Night Crème take over. A lavish treat for your skin, it works tirelessly through the night to replenish, rejuvenate, and revive. Wake up to a morning glow that reflects the care and attention your skin deserves. With our MDSolarSciences collection, every day becomes an opportunity to celebrate your skin. These carefully curated products go beyond sun care or skincare; they are an ode to self-love, encapsulating the essence of radiant beauty. Don't just embrace hydration; make it a daily ritual. Elevate your skincare journey with our MDSolarSciences collection, where every drop is a promise of nourishment, protection, and timeless beauty. Explore the collection.
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The Art of Layering
A harmonious blend of our standout products, each carefully selected to give you radiant, luminous skin. Gleam + Glow SPF 50 Moisturizer: Start your journey to radiant skin with the Gleam + Glow SPF 50 Moisturizer. This powerhouse moisturizer infuses your skin with hydration and a radiant glow, leaving you with a dewy finish that lasts all day. Gleam + Glow SPF 50 can be used under BB Crème to lock in the moisturizing benefits allowing the glowy effect to show through. It can also be worn on top as a highlighter for those hints of brightness. MD Mineral BB Crème SPF 50 (Available in 4 Shades: Light, Medium, Dark, and Deep): Achieve a flawless complexion effortlessly with our MD Mineral BB Crème SPF 50. Tailored to suit every skin tone, this multitasking wonder combines coverage, sun protection, and natural beauty. Choose from our range of shades to unveil your skin's natural beauty with a smooth, even tone. Hydrating Sheer Lip Balms SPF 30 (Available in 7 Shades): Nourish and protect your lips with our SPF 30 Hydrating Sheer Lip Balms. Choose from a range of seven shades, each providing hydration and sun protection. From subtle clear and nude tones to vibrant hues, these lip balms are the perfect multitasker to use for lips, a hit of blush on your cheeks and even on your eye lids as a shadow. Need to get some SPF into your existing beauty routine? Mineral Crème SPF 50 or Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 can be used as a primer under your everyday makeup. Our compact and perfectly portable SPF 40 Solar Sticks are a great way to reapply or have handy in case you forgot your SPF for the day. There is no such thing as wearing too much SPF!
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Why SPF Is Still Essential in Winter
Protecting Your Skin Year-Round As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it's easy to let your guard down when it comes to sun protection. After all, the sun doesn't feel as intense, and you're probably bundled up in layers of clothing. However, the need for sun protection doesn't vanish when winter arrives. In fact, it's just as crucial in the colder months as it is during the summer. Here are several reasons why you should make SPF an essential part of your winter skincare routine. Snow Reflects UV Rays Snow is a highly reflective surface, capable of bouncing back up to 80% of the sun's UV rays. When you're out and about in snowy conditions, you can be exposed to a significant amount of UV rays. This reflective effect can actually increase your sun exposure and the risk of skin damage. Stay protected with our Mineral Crème SPF 50. Overcast Skies Don't Equal Zero UV Exposure Winter often brings cloudy and overcast skies, but that doesn't mean you're free from UV rays. Harmful rays can penetrate through clouds and reach your skin. This means that even on cloudy winter days, you're at risk of sun damage. Prevent Premature Aging Sun exposure is a leading cause of premature aging. UV exposure can lead to wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots, robbing your skin of its youthful appearance. Protecting your skin with our Daily Perfecting Moisturizer SPF 30 in the winter can help prevent these visible signs of aging. Try Reduce Skin Cancer Risk Skin cancer, including melanoma, is a year-round concern. UV exposure is a significant risk factor for skin cancer, and it doesn't take a break during the winter months. Regular use of SPF can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer in the long run. Maintain an Even Skin Tone Exposure to the sun, even during winter, can cause uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation. If you want to maintain a smooth and even complexion, MD Mineral BB Crème SPF 50 is a must. Prevent Windburn Harsh winter winds can lead to skin chapping and irritation. Using a sunscreen with a moisturizing base like Mineral Moisture Defense SPF 50 can create a protective barrier against windburn while providing sun protection. In conclusion, the importance of using SPF in the winter cannot be overstated. The sun's harmful UV rays are still present, and they can wreak havoc on your skin, leading to premature aging and increasing the risk of skin cancer. By incorporating SPF into your daily winter skincare routine, you can enjoy healthier, more radiant skin year-round. So, don't pack away your sunscreen when the temperatures drop; make it an essential part of your winter self-care regimen. Your skin will thank you for it. SHOP SUNCARE
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Get to Know Sydney Givens
Q: TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF. A: Sydney Givens, PA-C, a dermatology PA in Dothan, AL and founder of Skincare By Sydney, a virtual skincare service that bridges the gap between medical dermatology visits and esthetic treatments. The goal is to connect people with a complete, personalized skincare routines at all price points and life stages. Q: WHAT DO YOU DO? A: I help women navigate the nuanced world of skincare so they can identify ingredients and pick products that will help them address their areas of concern and take better care of their skin. Most importantly, I educate women to help them confidently develop a personalized skincare routine they can actually keep up with for consistent results I draw on my experience as a dermatology PA to help women understand skincare science instead of falling prey to marketing ploys—or resorting to more invasive procedures for quick fixes, but still not implementing preventative skincare. Q: WHY DO YOU LOVE USING MDSOLARSCIENCES? A: I love the elegant texture of mineral sunscreens that you actually want to wear. MDSolarSciences SPF was the first mineral sunscreens I tried that were shockingly enjoyable to apply AND easy to apply to my mobile toddler. Q: IS THERE SOMETHING IN PARTICULAR ABOUT MDSOLARSCIENCES AS A BRAND THAT ATTRACTED YOU TO BEING A FAN OF THE PRODUCTS/OVERALL BRAND MESSAGING? A: I love that it bridges the clinical and “cleaner” beauty gap. The EWG certification and dermatology oncologist creator were why I tried originally. I fell in love because of the texture and quality. The sunscreen stick was my first love. Shortly after trying I started carrying the products in the dermatology office where I work and online. I continue to love MDSolarSciences more because it is the answer for my atopic dermatitis patients and any one with sensitive skin. My favorite stories are from patients on chemo and/or radiation that say MDSolarSciences is the only sunscreen that doesn’t irritate their skin, and they feel really ‘safe’ using it post cancer because of its EWG credentials. Q: WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 FAVORITE MDSOLARSCIENCES PRODUCTS? A: PRODUCT 1: Solar Stick SPF 30 WHY: I love the tinted and non-tinted options that make easy application and reapplication on the face, ears, neck, and chest. I think it’s a must for all moms applying sunscreen on children and for everyone wanting to reapply during the day. I really love the tinted option for when you don’t have a mirror to double check. Even my male golfer patients love the tinted option for on the go golf course days. PRODUCT 2: Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF 30 WHY: A tinted, hydrating lip SPF! What’s not to love? These have replaced all daytime lipstick/gloss and lip color for me. Precancerous and cancerous lesions on the lips are notoriously stubborn to treat and the lips are often forgot about when applying SPF. These make life easy and lips look glamorous. It’s a win-win for everyone. PRODUCT 3: Wash Away One Step Cleanser WHY: The quality and price of this cleanser is phenomenal. I recommend it as a gentle cleanser for everyone. It’s truly a standout product.
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The Science Behind Our Triple Threat Formulas
Protect, Prevent, Restore Achieving and maintaining healthy, radiant skin is not just about following a routine; it's about making an informed choice when it comes to skin care products. At MDSolarSciences, we take this commitment seriously, developing our products with unwavering dedication to scientific excellence. Each formulation is meticulously crafted to serve a triple purpose: Protection Prevention Restoration It's not only about what goes into our products but also what we intentionally leave out. We take pride in excluding harsh chemicals, ensuring that our products are: 100% vegan Environmentally friendly Cruelty-free Gluten-free Paraben-free Fragrance-free Reef-safe Recyclable And while we prioritize safety and effectiveness, we never compromise on the luxurious, sensorial experience our formulations offer. PROTECT: Imagine each of our products as a dedicated guardian for your skin, providing essential protection against the relentless environmental challenges your skin faces daily. It all begins with the cornerstone of SPF, and we firmly advocate for SPF 30 as the baseline. But we go even further, ensuring that our formulas proudly bear the coveted "broad spectrum" label, meaning they protect against both the scorching UVB rays that cause sunburn and the aging UVA rays that penetrate deeper into the skin. PREVENT: Each of our products is a treasure trove of proactive ingredients, thoughtfully selected to boost your skin's resilience. These valuable components include ultra-nourishing peptides, hydrating hyaluronic acid, fortifying ceramides, skin-renewing niacinamide, potent natural antioxidants, skin-brightening Vitamin C, and much more. RESTORE: Rejuvenating your skin's barrier is at the core of effective skincare, and we wholeheartedly champion this principle. Our formulations are designed not only to restore but also to maintain and elevate your skin's moisture levels. This, in turn, contributes to a supple and healthy complexion. SHOP NOW Join us on the journey to discover the science behind beautiful, radiant skin. With MDSolarSciences, you can trust in clinically proven results, all while embracing a luxurious and environmentally responsible skincare experience. Your skin deserves nothing less.
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