We’ve been told to fear the sun. To cover up, block it out, and stay away. But the truth? The sun was never the enemy.
In fact, sunlight is one of the most powerful and free wellness tools available to us. Just 10–20 minutes of intentional, unfiltered sunlight a day can work wonders by fueling your body with Vitamin D, boosting your mood, supporting your immune system, and balancing hormones. It’s nature’s way of charging you from the inside out.
Even more beautiful? The light helps your skin absorb nutrients more efficiently and amplifies the benefits of the nourishing ingredients you already use.
So let’s dive into the powerful benefits of sunlight…
Healthy Living Tip
Did you know some botanical oils offer a whisper of natural sun defense? One of our favorites is Red Raspberry Seed Oil, a powerhouse ingredient found in several Alchemy Code formulas.
This antioxidant-rich oil is known to provide a hint of natural SPF benefits, helping to shield skin from UVA and UVB rays while nourishing with essential fatty acids and vitamin E. It’s a beautiful way to support your skin’s resilience during daily exposure.
Try it in Blackberry Leaf 33 and experience sun-kissed skin that stays hydrated, glowing, and grounded.
Recipe I'm Loving
This smoothie is rich in Vitamin C, Antioxidants, and Omega-3s, which are key nutrients that support skin repair, help defend against UV damage, and encourage collagen production.
Plus, it’s naturally hydrating and deeply satisfying.
Glowing Skin Summer Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 cup coconut water
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango
1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1 small carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon flaxseeds or chia seeds
1/2 avocado
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Handful of spinach
Optional: 1/2 tsp turmeric + pinch of black pepper
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango
1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1 small carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon flaxseeds or chia seeds
1/2 avocado
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Handful of spinach
Optional: 1/2 tsp turmeric + pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass, garnish with fresh mint or edible flowers, and sip in the sunshine.
Natural Living
This daily ritual is about intentionally creating space to be with no phone, no agenda. Just you and the living world around you. It’s a beautiful way to support mental clarity, emotional regulation, and your innate connection to creation.
How to Create a Sit Spot:
- Choose your place: Find a quiet outdoor spot. This can be in your backyard, under a tree, beside a stream, or even a sunny corner of a park.
- Return daily: Visit this same spot every day or a few times a week, ideally in the morning or evening when the light is gentle.
- Sit in stillness: Bring a blanket or just sit on the ground barefoot. Breathe. Watch. Listen. Let the sun warm your face. Let the breeze touch your skin.
- Observe & journal (optional): What do you notice? Changes in light, plants blooming, birdsongs shifting. Write down how your body and mind feel afterward.
Something I'm Pondering
The healers of old called the sun The Doctor in the Sky. Maybe the real culprit is cooking toxic chemicals on our skin. I grew up in a day where sun bathing was all about running petroleum based ingredients and baby oil all over. Tell me that isn’t a possible cause for skin illness…
In a world that pushes us indoors, behind screens and fluorescent lights, I’ve been remembering that we were made for this:
To rise with the sun,
To be nourished by it,
To come alive in its embrace.
To rise with the sun,
To be nourished by it,
To come alive in its embrace.
The truth is… creation was designed for our good. And sometimes, healing looks like bare feet in the grass and a face turned unapologetically toward the light.
