NATURAL skin solutions

In summer the warmer weather invites us outdoors and we can tank up on energy-giving sunshine and health-building vitamin D. Spending time outside is essential for our mental and physical wellbeing and we are wise to spend as much time as possible in nature over summer.

This is, however, also the time when skin conditions can affect the wellbeing of many children and adults. Our skin acts like a protective body wrap, and there are numerous reasons why it can become inflamed, irritated and itchy. The obvious ones are sunburn, insect bites, stings, grazes or contact dermatitis. These conditions can usually be remedied swiftly by using a topical cream with