Style Bomb knows what to wear to the beach, and not just when it comes to suits and flip flops. Don’t forget to check out Vivesana at White’s in East Hampton on your way out…
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There are lots of “experts” There are a precious few skin care mavens out there who really know what they’re talking about when it comes to skin safety and beauty. No More Dirty Looks is undoubtedly one of them. We’re as proud of their review as any…
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Thanks to Marie Claire for recognizing you don’t always have to give up look and feel with a natural sunscreen. Live Healthy!
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It’s always nice to find ourselves in the glossy pages of a major publication, like, say, this month’s Marie Claire (see above). Of course, all that takes is some good p.r. work. It can be more gratifying to get a more substantive review. Check out last night’s LA Examiner, which suggested Vivesana sunscreens are “if not the best, one of the best sunscreens” the beauty editor, April Aldana, has ever tried. Yes, we’re blushing.
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Here we are on another list. Next one to come…Check out the July Marie Claire. Live Healthy!
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Mineral sunscreens: The new SPF rockstars Suncare – fashionmagazine.com
Photography by Carlo Mendoza
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Well + Good
The smiling reviews keep coming. We don’t know what to say…we’re just happy everyone’s happy! By the way, sunscreen number three is on its way. We’re very happy with it! We’ll keep you posted…
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Chatting about Vivesana
NBC Philadelphia: Green Your Beach
A nice little chat among friends at NBC 10 in Philly…just in time for the return of the Ultra!
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And, for those who like to actually read the words, “Pick a pure sunblock. I have searched everywhere for a clean, synthetic-free, non-greasy sunscreen. Vivesana SPF 40 is great because it doesn’t leave a white finish and won’t make me break out – and as a bonus, it leaves a beautiful finish. Vivesana Solar to Polar Ultra moisturizing sun care for face and body, $29, spiritbeautylounge.com”. Thanks guys.
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What do the Studio 
and the Takoma Park Co-op have in common? They don’t share a style or a coast, but they do share an overarching, all-consuming drive to carry the best quality products they can find. As it happens, they also began carrying Vivesana yesterday afternoon. We’re thrilled to be working with both of them, and love what the variety of approach says about Vivesana – stores from across the spectrum meet when it comes to strong, safe, stylish and effective sun care. Hurray!
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The lovely people at Ecofabulous just made us blush. Read what they had to say about the Vivesana approach to sun care. We think they’re doing great work, too!
And read on, to see what scores of other reviewers have had to say…
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We encourage all to give what they can to help. For our part, Vivesana will donate at least 50% of online sales to Haiti relief via Doctors without Borders from January 14-20.
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Basking in Sunny Praise: Where to Begin?
We’re blushing. We’ve received scores – possibly hundreds – of reviews those with the most discerning eyes of all – the bloggers.
Here are just a few notable examples of the blogs and websites that have given their thoughts.
We’ll keep posting the reviews as we find ‘em. Click on any of the links below to see what the experts have to say…
Ideal Bite, The Style Page, Livestrong, Beauty News NYC, The Greenists, Babble, Baby Gadget, Mamaista, Cool Mom Picks, Treehugger, Quiskaeya, Mogul Baby, Nonchalant Mom, Totsnob, Smorgasbite, Beauty Snob, Re-Nest, DKmommyspot, Green Blog, Sustainability Digest, This Full House, Green Goddess Dressing, FindBuzz.com
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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
VIVESANA TO BE THE EXCLUSIVE SUNSCREEN PROVIDER FOR THE 61st ANNUAL ARTISTS vs WRITERS CHARITY SOFTBALL GAME
June 19, 2009 (East Hampton, NY)
The Artists & Writers 61st Annual Charity Softball Game will take place on August 15th, 2009 in East Hampton, NY. Benefitting 3 local East Hampton non-profits, the players have included celebrities like Christie Brinkley, Bill Clinton, Ed Burns, Matthew Broderick, Chevy Chase, Alec Baldwin and many more.
It started out as a casual softball game in the 1950’s with artists like Jackson Pollack, Willem de Kooning, Norman Bluhm, Esteban Vicente and Syd Solomon. Then in the 1960’s writers like John Irving and Kurt Vonnegut joined, and with that the game changed from being light and fun to serious business, full of rules. Gradually the definition of “artists/writers” was expanded to include people of different talents, as well as celebrities.
Today the East End Hampton Day Care Center, The Retreat and The Hospice all benefit from the funds raised through Sponsorship, Ticket Prices and Donations.
Vivesana will be providing its Natural, Organic Sunscreen for the hot, long day of softball.
Dan Signorelli, the Founder of Vivesana says “We are thrilled to contribute to an event that has long been a local tradition, and has benefited three wonderful charities”
About Us
Vivesana, which means “live healthy” in Italian, has developed the strongest 100% natural sunscreens on the market, and the very first 70% organic baby screen.
Vivesana is deeply committed to safety and sustainability in product, packaging and practices. We avoid all synthetics, including phthalates, parabens, PABA, and BPA. Our packaging is entirely US-made and recyclable, and we share 10% of our profits with organizations devoted to environmental and health causes.
Contact Person: Daniel Signorelli
Phone: 215-247-SANA
Email Address: dan@sana-skin.com
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VIVESANA TO PROVIDE SUNSCREEN FOR CAMP GOOD GRIEF
June 22, 2009 (East Hampton, NY)
Vivesana will be the exclusive Sunscreen provider for one of the most unique summer programs in the country, Camp Good Grief. It is a week long summer camp held on Shelter Island, NY for children who have lost a parent.
Camp Good Grief is underwritten by proceeds from the East End Hospice Thrift Shop and by grants and generous donations from the East End Community. There are no fees to participate.
Skilled bereavement staff members plan and lead each day with care, and are assisted by carefully trained volunteers.
“This is not a sad place,” notes Hospice President Priscilla Ruffin. “Fun is mixed in with therapy, and the important thing is that these children learn they are not alone, and other children have gone through similar experiences. . . . At school and at home they are different from the other children. But here, they are the same.”
Dan Signorelli, Vivesana’s founder says “We are very excited to be able to provide our sunscreens to the cause. Healthy, active outdoor play is what childhood is all about, and we’re thrilled and honored to support this wonderful program.”
About Us
Vivesana, which means “live healthy” in Italian, has developed the strongest 100% natural sunscreens on the market, and the very first 70% organic baby screen.
Vivesana is deeply committed to safety and sustainability in product, packaging and practices. We avoid all synthetics, including phthalates, parabens, PABA, and BPA. Our packaging is entirely US-made and recyclable, and we share 10% of our profits with organizations devoted to environmental and health causes.
Contact Person: Daniel Signorelli
Phone: 215-247-SANA
Email Address: dan@sana-skin.com
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Vivesana announces support for the Clamshell Foundation,
supplying sunscreen for the 18th Annual East Hampton Sand Castle Contest
June 17, 2009 (Philadelphia, PA)
Vivesana will supply the sunscreen for the contestants of the 18th Annual East Hampton Sand Castle Contest, as they spend the day transforming the Atlantic Avenue Beach at Amagansett, NY into a world of sand sculptures, carefully etched castles, intriguing animals, and giant figures.
The August 1st event, which is expected to have 3,500 participants and spectators, will donate 100% of its profits to local community and environmental projects.
Founder, Dan Signorelli “Vivesana is very excited for the opportunity to provide their strong (42 SPF), safe (100% natural, 70% organic) and effective (water resistant and broad spectrum) sunscreen on a hot beach day, and more importantly to offer support for the Clamshell foundation – the organization responsible for organising this special event.”
The purpose of the Clamshell foundation, is to enrich the lives of others by fostering education in health, cultural, and environmental fields of endeavor. Currently, they are concentrating their efforts in the area of water quality projects in the Town of East Hampton, as well as community based concerns such as local food pantries and educational projects.
The Foundation seeks to increase the concern for the quality of our water. The SandCastle Contest was created not only as a day of fun on the beach, but also to point out how important the waters are to all of us.
About Us
Vivesana, which means “live healthy” in Italian, has developed the strongest 100% natural sunscreens on the market, and the very first 70% organic baby screen.
Vivesana is deeply committed to safety and sustainability in product, packaging and practices. We avoid all synthetics, including phthalates, parabens, PABA, and BPA. Our packaging is entirely US-made and recyclable, and we share 10% of our profits with organizations devoted to environmental and health causes.
Contact Person: Daniel Signorelli
Phone: 215-247-SANA
Email Address: dan@sana-skin.com
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No one likes to be cross-examined.
As we begin to form partnerships with retailers around the country, I’ve noticed some simply look at the pretty package and, apparently liking what they see, become focused on the the terms. When retailers arethat easy, we start to worry. It clarifies how tainted, mislabeled, sometimes unsafe products end up on our shelves.
Others poke, prod, and question. Can you prove your ingredients are organic (of course). Why do you have stearic acid…our database says it’s a petroleum-derived ingredient (not always; in our case the stearic acid is completely plant-based). We appreciate it when people ask for more.
One wellness center recently took us to task for using a fragrance. We provided documentation that it was a completely natural green tea extract with other health benefits (including as an antioxidant). We made clear that not only was it of natural origin, it was extracted through natural processes. We noted that we chose it precisely because it had beneficial health effect and we included it at an extremely low level, in the event someone out there has a particular sensitivity to green tea. We pointed to our perfect score on hypoallergenicity testing.
There is one time it is gratifying to be given a hard time – when talking to the very stores we trust to carry safe, honest products.
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Vivesana Announces Support of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation’s 9th Annual Art for Life Gala
February 24, 2009 (Brooklyn, New York,)
Vivesana proudly announced today that it will be participating in Rush Philanthropic Arts
Foundation 9th annual Art for Life Event. The event will be held at the world-renowned
Fontainebleau resort on March 14, 2009.
Founded in 1995 by brothers Russell, Danny and Joseph “Rev. Run” Simmons, Rush
Philanthropic Arts Foundation is dedicated to providing disadvantaged urban youth with
significant exposure and access to the arts.
In announcing its support, Vivesana founding member Dan Signorelli said, “While our
charitable giving program’s primary focus is on health, the environment and sustainability,
there is a real crisis in our schools with the underfunding of the arts. We believe that there is
a link between teaching children the value and importance of the arts with their ability to
value and place importance on their environment. While we are not planting literal seeds,
we are planting the seeds of appreciation in the youth of the Miami area.”
Vivesana partners with worthwhile organizations each year, by donating 10 percent of its
profits to organizations that work to positively impact the planet.
Contact Person: Daniel Signorelli
Telephone Number: (718) 522-5547
Email Address: dan@sana-skin.com
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