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- August 28, 2016 at 5:30 pm
I truly truly hate the feel of all sunscreens, lotions, moisturizers so it really stinks that they now need to be in my everyday life! Does anyone have good recommendations for sunscreen, moisturizers/lotions with SPF (for days when not in sun much like work days), and makeup? Also any recommendations where the products don't have "bad/cancer causing" ingredients? I know Zinc products are recommended does anyone have experience with products with zinc that don't make you look like Casper? Thanks!
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- August 28, 2016 at 7:12 pm
Hi,
Regardless of weather, use a moisturizer with broad spectrum sunscreen on your face and shoulders (and preferably a body moisturizer with SPF as well) 365 days a year. If you are out in the sun, you should use a sunscreen meant for outdoor use (designed to be sweat and water resistant) as well as hat, visor, etc. Bring it with you to apply more as needed. Be sure to use sunscreen that is at least an SPF 30 (my understanding is that the really high numbers such as 100 may not be necessary).
Most importantly, be sure that the sunscreen protects you select provide broad spectrum protection (from both UVA and UVB rays). Here are some sunscreen/makeup tips from paulaschoice.com:
- Stick to broad-spectrum formulas rated SPF 25 or greater. Ample research has now demonstrated it’s best to use higher SPF levels, as many tend to skimp on the amount of sunscreen they apply (thus, shorting them of the SPF rating on the label).
- We don’t recommend relying on your makeup as your sole source of sunscreen—unless you’re willing to pile it on (please don’t), as few of us will ever apply enough foundation, tinted moisturizer or BB cream to get the amount of SPF stated on the label.
- When possible, look for sunscreens that include extra antioxidants and anti-irritants, as research has demonstrated antioxidants improve sunscreen’s ability to protect your skin from UV exposure (Journal of Cosmetic Laser Therapy, 2010).
There are many great face sunscreens for work days available, and you can find a few recommendations here:
It is best if you can find a broad spectrum formula that also has the antioxidants and antiirritants. Depending on your skin type and preference, it may have a physical filter sunscreen as you mention above, or chemical one.
-Sally
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- August 28, 2016 at 7:12 pm
Hi,
Regardless of weather, use a moisturizer with broad spectrum sunscreen on your face and shoulders (and preferably a body moisturizer with SPF as well) 365 days a year. If you are out in the sun, you should use a sunscreen meant for outdoor use (designed to be sweat and water resistant) as well as hat, visor, etc. Bring it with you to apply more as needed. Be sure to use sunscreen that is at least an SPF 30 (my understanding is that the really high numbers such as 100 may not be necessary).
Most importantly, be sure that the sunscreen protects you select provide broad spectrum protection (from both UVA and UVB rays). Here are some sunscreen/makeup tips from paulaschoice.com:
- Stick to broad-spectrum formulas rated SPF 25 or greater. Ample research has now demonstrated it’s best to use higher SPF levels, as many tend to skimp on the amount of sunscreen they apply (thus, shorting them of the SPF rating on the label).
- We don’t recommend relying on your makeup as your sole source of sunscreen—unless you’re willing to pile it on (please don’t), as few of us will ever apply enough foundation, tinted moisturizer or BB cream to get the amount of SPF stated on the label.
- When possible, look for sunscreens that include extra antioxidants and anti-irritants, as research has demonstrated antioxidants improve sunscreen’s ability to protect your skin from UV exposure (Journal of Cosmetic Laser Therapy, 2010).
There are many great face sunscreens for work days available, and you can find a few recommendations here:
It is best if you can find a broad spectrum formula that also has the antioxidants and antiirritants. Depending on your skin type and preference, it may have a physical filter sunscreen as you mention above, or chemical one.
-Sally
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- August 28, 2016 at 7:12 pm
Hi,
Regardless of weather, use a moisturizer with broad spectrum sunscreen on your face and shoulders (and preferably a body moisturizer with SPF as well) 365 days a year. If you are out in the sun, you should use a sunscreen meant for outdoor use (designed to be sweat and water resistant) as well as hat, visor, etc. Bring it with you to apply more as needed. Be sure to use sunscreen that is at least an SPF 30 (my understanding is that the really high numbers such as 100 may not be necessary).
Most importantly, be sure that the sunscreen protects you select provide broad spectrum protection (from both UVA and UVB rays). Here are some sunscreen/makeup tips from paulaschoice.com:
- Stick to broad-spectrum formulas rated SPF 25 or greater. Ample research has now demonstrated it’s best to use higher SPF levels, as many tend to skimp on the amount of sunscreen they apply (thus, shorting them of the SPF rating on the label).
- We don’t recommend relying on your makeup as your sole source of sunscreen—unless you’re willing to pile it on (please don’t), as few of us will ever apply enough foundation, tinted moisturizer or BB cream to get the amount of SPF stated on the label.
- When possible, look for sunscreens that include extra antioxidants and anti-irritants, as research has demonstrated antioxidants improve sunscreen’s ability to protect your skin from UV exposure (Journal of Cosmetic Laser Therapy, 2010).
There are many great face sunscreens for work days available, and you can find a few recommendations here:
It is best if you can find a broad spectrum formula that also has the antioxidants and antiirritants. Depending on your skin type and preference, it may have a physical filter sunscreen as you mention above, or chemical one.
-Sally
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- August 28, 2016 at 8:17 pm
I love ELTA MD. There is a small pump bottle with Spf 50+. They also carry a larger bottle which is Spf 30+. This stuff is awesome. No stickiness and goes on smoothly. And non toxic too! The smaller bottle comes in a tinted version as well.Annie
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- August 28, 2016 at 9:58 pm
Thank you for the information on this brand, I was unfamilar with it, I checked and it has excellent ratings and lots of SPF options!
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- August 28, 2016 at 9:58 pm
Thank you for the information on this brand, I was unfamilar with it, I checked and it has excellent ratings and lots of SPF options!
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- August 28, 2016 at 9:58 pm
Thank you for the information on this brand, I was unfamilar with it, I checked and it has excellent ratings and lots of SPF options!
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- August 28, 2016 at 8:17 pm
I love ELTA MD. There is a small pump bottle with Spf 50+. They also carry a larger bottle which is Spf 30+. This stuff is awesome. No stickiness and goes on smoothly. And non toxic too! The smaller bottle comes in a tinted version as well.Annie
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- August 28, 2016 at 8:17 pm
I love ELTA MD. There is a small pump bottle with Spf 50+. They also carry a larger bottle which is Spf 30+. This stuff is awesome. No stickiness and goes on smoothly. And non toxic too! The smaller bottle comes in a tinted version as well.Annie
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- August 30, 2016 at 2:30 am
For makeup I really like physicians formula. They use only titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for their sunscreen ingredients, and all at least SPF 15. They also have an organics line that you can find at just about any drugstore. I mostly use their CC cream and their powder. Hope this helps!Lauren
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- April 17, 2017 at 12:44 pm
Thanks for sharing this information.
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- August 30, 2016 at 2:30 am
For makeup I really like physicians formula. They use only titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for their sunscreen ingredients, and all at least SPF 15. They also have an organics line that you can find at just about any drugstore. I mostly use their CC cream and their powder. Hope this helps!Lauren
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- August 30, 2016 at 2:30 am
For makeup I really like physicians formula. They use only titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for their sunscreen ingredients, and all at least SPF 15. They also have an organics line that you can find at just about any drugstore. I mostly use their CC cream and their powder. Hope this helps!Lauren
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