Summary: <br> <br> Summer is all about living the simple life, with extended bedtimes, spur-of-the-moment jaunts, and a general commitment to squeezing out every last frills-free moment in the sunshine.<br> But thanks to unnecessary purchases, chemical-laden sunscreen and bug repellent, and unsustainable vacations that create excessive carbon emissions, our summer celebrations may harm the planet.<br> The good news is it’s entirely possible to enjoy a simple and eco-friendly summer. On this week’s episode we are discussing practical ways to tweak our summer choices so that we enjoy the best season of the year with intention.<br> Here’s a preview of today’s episode:<br> [2:20] Sustainable swimwear and sunglass ideas<br> [8:20] The importance of reef-safe sunscreen<br> [13:25] The bug repellent conundrum<br> [19:20] Green vacation tips for intentional travelers<br> <br> Happy listening!<br> <br> <br> Highly-rated sustainable swimsuit brands include:<br> <br> * <a href="https://fave.co/36ozPuR" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Summersalt</a><br> * <a href="https://fave.co/3gjkKPN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Vitamin A Swim</a><br> * <a href="https://fave.co/2WUQ93i" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wolven</a><br> * <a href="https://fave.co/3groIpA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Reformation</a><br> <br> <br> Reef-Safe sunscreens are:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3c1FDeO" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Badger</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/36pwBXT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">All Good</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/2zsxgMb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Manda</a><br> * <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Attitude-100-mineral-Sunscreen-fragrance-free/dp/B07DD3HVJZ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=29JC7YFTDCF8A&dchild=1&keywords=attitude+sunscreen&qid=1590268930&sprefix=attitude+%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Attitude</a><br> <br> Tinted mineral sunscreens (that don’t leave the white glow) are:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3gGI2iy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elta MD</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3dudwqj" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Coola</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/2XT2vrP" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Juice Beauty</a><br> <br> Alternatives to Deet bug repellent include:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/36qkXff" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">eucalyptus oil</a><br> * soybean oil<br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZxbYHK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">good, old-fashioned citronella</a><br> <br> <br> * This week’s episode is sponsored by <a href="https://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/?utm_source=sustainable-minimalist&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=Broad-Brand&utm_content=awareness&utm_term=show-notes-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Oregon State University Ecampus</a>.<br> * Access this week’s Show Notes <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/simple-summer-life/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br>
