Awareness to the importance of skin protection is growing tremendously, and for good reason. Our skin is our protective barrier, our knight in (sometimes shining) armor. 

Sunscreen is thoroughly emphasized when it comes to skin protection, and we agree that wearing sunscreen year round is highly effective at protecting the outer layers of our skin. What isn't being emphasized however, is how to protect and enrich our skin from the inside out.

As we know, our skin is a living organism. Thus, it only makes sense that it can benefit from wholesome, healthy nutrients -- and that's where the cacao fruit comes in.

The cacao is among the richest fruits in antioxidants and other skin-friendly nutrients. The broad content of natural antioxidants in the cacao makes it a must in a well-balanced skin-care diet. Although many highly processed chocolates on the market completely eradicate all remnants of antioxidants, Blue Stripes’ products do not. 

Our products are filled with highly potent, natural antioxidants such as Flavanols, known to help protect the skin against sun-damage and free-radicals. In addition, raw-cacao powder is known to help improve skin elasticity & glow. 

So next time you're putting on your coral-reef safe sunscreen, don’t forget to protect yourself with a dose of Blue Stripes' whole cacao-based products, too. 
 

Though many of us work year-round, there's still a transcendent sense of freedom when it comes to summer, which makes it the perfect opportunity to adopt new wellness habits. Use this time to transform your daily routine with these easy tips.

At Blue Stripes, we wanted to make sure that you experience a summer glow-up; even if you're not planning on hopping to a Greek island anytime soon.

One of our top tips for summertime wellness is to stay hydrated; but not in the boring “drink your water” way. Sip on one of our nourishing and refreshing cacao water flavors, or even spoil yourself with a cacao-based smoothie! Making sure that you're staying hydrated is key to feeling replenished and ready to take on the day.

The second shift you can make is to allow yourself to turn free time into me-time. Whether it's a guided meditation, a reading break, or just soaking up some sun - making time for yourself is the perfect foundation for a clear & open mind. 

Last but definitely not least, take this summer as an opportunity to move your body. It doesn’t have to be a rigorous, high-intensity workout, or an instagram-worthy display of yoga flexibility. Find your groove, stick to it, and do it with intention.