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SPF and Custom Imprinted Sunblock that is right for you.

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By Brad Duarte, BRAVA Marketing Promotions

 

We wanted to pass this along to you from one of our partners as it really helps clarify the confusion around Sunblock and SPF levels.

 

You may have heard the term “SPF”.  Most know it means Sun Protection Factor.  But that is still pretty vague.

 

Everyone’s skin is different.  If you think about it, not even two people from the same family will sunburn or tan identically.  So, some sort of a yardstick was needed to provide the population with suncare products and an explanation of how it all works.  And so was born the SPF.

 

SPF is not about the STRENGTH of the sunblock.  It is about the amount of TIME IT IS GOOD FOR.

 

When you go in the sun without sunblock, your skin will usually start to redden after a time.  Let’s say that amount of time is 10 minutes.  If you are using SPF 15 sunscreen, you will be protected 15 times this amount of time.  In other words, 10 minutes x 15 = 150 minutes or 2.5 hours.  This is factoring in not sweating, wiping or toweling off the sunscreen.  The time factor on how long you take to get red is based on several factors with YOUR skin, including how fair you are, and other genetic stuff.

 

So, the higher the SPF rating, the LONGER it is good for, not the STRONGER it is.

 

Most people don’t spend hours and hours in the sun.  Which means that going out for a while with SPF 15 might be fine for you, as long as you don’t wash, sweat or wipe it off.  It benefits you to have a stronger rated sunblock if you plan on being outside for a fair bit of time.

 

Check out the wide assortment of logo sunblock options in all SPF levels at https://www.bravamarketing.com/sunblocklotion

 

BRAVA Marketing Promotions www.bravamarketing.com offers more than 400,000 unique custom imprinted promotional products to increase your organizations brand and marketing impact. Contact us at 877-239-1227 toll free for ideas on the best values in results oriented promotional marketing items.

Stimulus Package Fails to Impact Organizations Marketing Programs. Has All This Money Increased Your Marketing Budget Yet?

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By Brad Duarte, BRAVA Marketing Promotions

For most businesses the answer is no.  Sales and Marketing budgets are projected to still be under a lot of pressure for 2010.  In general ad revenues have not rebounded.  Even some of the larger corporations have cut back – no Super Bowl Pepsi commercials this year.  So what can you do to still motivate your staff, existing customers and generate new prospects?

One of the most proven methods is the strategic use of custom imprinted products.  Branded or Logo printed items handed out at the right time can have a dramatic effect on sales, contributions and good will.  For 2010 there are many new promotional products that are both cost effective and impactful.  

The big PPAI trade show was just held in Las Vegas where hundreds of new custom printed products were introduced.  This year creativity is off the charts as new items in just about all categories strive to be unique, progressive, useful yet economical and offering a high perceived value.  Remember a little something is better than nothing at all.  This year there are lots of new custom imprinted products in every budget range that your organization can use to help achieve your goals and objectives.

What’s New at BRAVA Marketing Promotions: https://www.bravamarketing.com/newproducts

 

BRAVA Marketing Promotions www.bravamarketing.com offers more than 400,000 unique custom imprinted promotional products to increase your organizations brand and marketing impact. Contact us at 877-239-1227 toll free for ideas on the best values in results oriented promotional marketing items.

2009 Holiday Trends for Promotions, Incentives and Gift Ideas

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By Brad Duarte – BRAVA Marketing Promotions

 

2009 has been a tough year for business but smart companies are thriving thanks to loyal customers and key employees!

 

A recent study by the Incentive Research Foundation found that 61% of companies have reduced their marketing promotion and incentive programs, but all continue to invest in carefully selected products to thank their best customers, employee superstars, trusted partners and valued colleagues.

 

The dominant theme this year:  Meaningful, memorable, eco-friendly, “discreet chic”  gifts that are high impact and low cost.  

 

Wondering what to do for Holiday Gifting? Here are a few ideas to get you started….

 

·         Customer / Client Appreciation

High-end desk top items

 

·         Employee and Staff Appreciation

Household gifts

 

·         Top Sales / Fundraisers Appreciation 

Tech gifts and gadgets

 

·         Board Committees and Volunteer  Appreciation

Chocolates & Goodies

 

·         Colleagues and Co-Members Appreciation  

Clocks and watches,

 

·         Reward and Recognition

Award plaques, Waterford crystal, sterling silver, customized rings…. 

 

·         Welcome New Clients or Partners

Uniquely varied  eco-friendly products

 

BRAVA Marketing Promotions www.bravamarketing.com offers more than 400,000 unique custom imprinted promotional products to increase your corporate brand and marketing. Contact us at 877-239-1227 toll free for ideas on the best values in low cost promotional marketing items.

 

SAVE BIG on Promotional Gifts

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By Brad Duarte, BRAVA Marketing Promotions

Your company can still stand out at industry meetings by the branded corporate promotional gifts you hand out. We at BRAVA Marketing have some great suggestions to SAVE BIG on your promotional products. Continue reading SAVE BIG on Promotional Gifts →