LIFEJOURNAL
Stories, tips and honest takes from people who live life outside.
Smooth sailing: Essential skin protection tips for sailors braving the elements
Sailors get UV from above and off the water, plus wind and salt, for hours. What holds up on a long day on the boat, and what to reapply after...
How your skin can respond to stress and what to do about it
You might not think stress can exhibit itself physically and cause skin issues but science is making the connection. Read some the 'skin symptoms' of stress and how you can...
All you need to know about vegan cosmetics
We venture into the greyness of cosmetics claims and, specifically, whether certain products are vegan or vegan-friendly, including our very own. Read more.
Say goodbye to skin chafing: how to prevent discomfort and pain
Friction injuries outrank muscle and joint injuries in ultrarunning. Why chafing and blisters happen, where they strike, and how to prevent both.
How to use sunscreen correctly.
Most people apply far less sunscreen than SPF is tested at, so a bottle of SPF 50 performs like something lower. Five rules for applying it properly.
Pro wakeboarder, Liam Peacock, tells us what's in his bag
We speak pro wakeboarder, 2x World Champion and 3x Red Bull WakeDuel Champion, Liam Peacock. In the world of British wakeboarding, Liam's probably the OG but still has plenty more...
Adventure kayaker, Bren Orton, tells us what's in his bag
In this edition of LifeKit, we caught up with UK kayaking talent, daredevil and adventure kayaker, Bren Orton. Bren tells us what kit he can't live without when he's pulling...
The top things you need to know about skin safety on the water
Water reflects UV back at you, so time on it means exposure from above and below. What that does to skin, and the six things worth getting right.
