When it comes to summer in the Bay Area, temperatures can range wildly from 50-degree foggy days in S.F. to 90-degree sweltering heat everywhere else. And the warmth meanders well into fall. But one thing is true: no matter where you live, there is a certain magic to summer, which these local brands perfectly capture in their fresh, organic products.

Safer sunscreen 

Before hitting the beach, up your sun protection by prepping with Ombra Del Sole by Benedetta in Sonoma. A blend of oils and organic hydrosols, aloe vera and olive juice extract, this oil and water emulsion joins powers with your mineral sunscreen to fight free radicals and protect sensitive skin. $42. Available at the San Francisco Ferry Building or online at www.benedetta.com.

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The Defense & Repair Elixir/Oil & Crème preparations are not recognized by the FDA as sunscreens and therefore do not have an SPF rating.

Designed with botanical constituents that have deep antioxidant capabilities. Research has shown these preparations to have natural filtration and protective functioning through the unification of concentrated polyphenolic activity.

Caution:
For prolonged outdoor exposure, especially during peak sunlight hours, near water, or at high altitudes, wear protective clothing, seek shade whenever possible, and apply a mineral block after introducing Defense & Repair product(s) of choice to the skin.

Sunburn Aftercare:
Remove sunscreens before applying Defense & Repair Crème liberally to affected areas.

Disclaimer:
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always seek the advice of a health care practitioner.