This is an inspirational speech by Laz Buhrmann to a graduating class of 97. I hope you’ll take the time to listen and think about what he says. It was very inspirational to me and it has opened up my mind.

I am constantly getting sunblock running into my eyes from the major brands and wanted to know if there was a surf specific sunblock that is formulated to NOT run into my eyes and provides UVA/UVB waterproof protection.

I have had my tattoo for a week, and it is doing beautifully! I have diligently followed the aftercare instructions my artist provided. My question is pertaining the use of sunscreen. The tattoo has peeled and is now sort of grainy/dry, but very clean, to look at. I have NO plans to be in the sun directly with it (I do not lay out or roam the beach, etc.), but I would like to know if sunscreen over the tattoo is appropriate yet for times when I may *indirectly* be exposed to the sun. These might include gardening, being in the yard, playing with dogs, going for a walk, etc. The tattoo is on my inner wrist, so it’s not "showing" all the time.

At this point, would a sunscreen be appropriate, or an irritant?
I purchased a Neutrogena SPF 30 stick of sunscreen that looks like a smaller version of a deodorant stick , and I’m not sure if the ingredients would harm or fade, or irritate my freshly inked tattoo. Could anyone with experience advise on this, please? Thanks so much!

Are chemicals the only thing that can protect our skin from the sun or are there natural ways to provide sunscreen for your skin?