Sunscreen

Question: Sunscreen? I want to stay pale, so i wear SPF 50, its water and sweat proof, for up to 80 mins of swimming or sweating. Does having that sunscreen on PREVENT ANY tanning? or do0es it just slow it down? I think it will prevent, but i'm not sure

Answer: Takes a lot longer to tan,my daughter is evidence of that

Question: sunscreen? what is the best sunscreen for a fair skined blond when their little such as 10,11.and 12

Answer: try a kids sunscreen such as banana boat kids it smells good and kids will like it

Question: SuNScReEn?????!!!!!!? SHOULD I PUT ON SUNSCREEN BEFORE OR AFTER MY MOISTURIZER IN THE MORNING????????

Answer: Moisturizer first.Allow it to sink in. Sunscreen 2nd so it remains intact as a protective layer.

Question: SUNSCREEn?!?!?!? i just got back form a week at the beach, and my face is SUPER DRY and my skin is peeling on my nose! i was using neutrogena oil free (http://www.shop.com/Neutrogena_Ultra_She… on my nose and cheeks.. what can help stop the drying w/ out giving me blemishes??

Answer: I've used clean and clear oil free morning burst moisturizer..it works very well, and i'm pretty sure it actually helps fight pimples as well.

Question: What is the best sunscreen for breakout prone skin? I'm after a sunscreen that i can wear all the time. The only problem is, my skin is highly prone to breakouts. It is usually OK, but the wrong product makes it go wild with acne. I'd like a sunscreen that has a high level of protection, and that i can wear under my makeup if i need to. I've found most sunscreens make my foundation icky. Any suggestions? Thank you!

Answer: Elle use the Clinique sunscreen city block are amazing Oil free fragrance free gentle on the skin I use under makeup is great it doubles as a makeup primer it can be a bit expensive but your paying for the quality.

Question: How soon is it safe to apply sunscreen to a new tattoo? I have had my tattoo for a week, and it is doing beautifully! I have diligently followed the aftercare instructions my artist provided. My question is pertaining the use of sunscreen. The tattoo has peeled and is now sort of grainy/dry, but very clean, to look at. I have NO plans to be in the sun directly with it (I do not lay out or roam the beach, etc.), but I would like to know if sunscreen over the tattoo is appropriate yet for times when I may *indirectly* be exposed to the sun. These might include gardening, being in the yard, playing with dogs, going for a walk, etc. The tattoo is on my inner wrist, so it's not "showing" all the time. At this point, would a sunscreen be appropriate, or an irritant? I purchased a Neutrogena SPF 30 stick of sunscreen that looks like a smaller version of a deodorant stick :), and I'm not sure if the ingredients would harm or fade, or irritate my freshly inked tattoo. Could anyone with experience advise on this, please? Thanks so much!

Answer: It only takes about a week (or 2 at the most) for your tattoo to heal. After that you should put sunblock on it if its going to be in direct sunlight, especially if it has color in it! I have 3 black and grey tattoos and i never put sunblock on them and they are fine, but I do know people that have color tattoos that fade real fast because they don't use sunblock. Either way, putting sunblock on your tattoos as long as they are healed is never a bad thing!

Question: What is the sunscreen that is white when caked on? Hi, Most sunscreens today rub into the skin all the way (which is fine) But I am looking for the sunscreen that is white when applied to the nose or under the eyes. Surfers and volleyball players where it most often. I think it has zinc in it. What is it called? Where do I get it? Thanks a lot.

Answer: It's zinc oxide. If you can't find zinc oxide in a bottle labeled "sunscreen" buy a tube of Desitin diaper rash cream for babies. It's the exact same stuff. The one and only ingredient in Desitin is none other than zinc oxide. The only thing different is the packaging. I'm a surfer but I don't see surfers using it as much as they used to. Lifeguards still wear it a lot.

Question: Is their a difference between animal sunscreen and human sunscreen? I've got sunscreen for my pets but it's only SPF 15+ can I use human sunscreen? It's for their noses, they've got very pink noses.

Answer: There are some sunscreens created specifically for pets, but using baby sunscreen is also an option. Most human sunscreens have ingestion warnings because the ingredients can be toxic if a child or dog ingests them, so if your pet is likely to lick it, look for a pet-specific sunscreen. One thing to remember about sunscreen is that you need to use plenty of it, and you should re-apply regularly during sun exposure. It is recommended to use at least 1 tablespoon of lotion or cream for each body area treated! Sunscreen should be re-applied every 4 to 6 hours during the brightest time of the day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. While Veterinary Partner doesn’t normally mention specific pet products to avoid commercialism, there are so few pet sunscreens available that we will make an exception for pet sunscreens, which are much better for your dog and cat than human products. [

Question: What sunscreen offers the most protection near the equator? I am going backpacking in Costa Rica in a couple of weeks. I am extremely fair and burn in the sun we have here in Wisconsin! This will be my first exposure to the sun after a long winter, and I want to MAKE SURE I am super protected so I don't burn. I know I need to get a high SPF, but I'm wondering if anyone out there can recommend a great sunscreen brand that will work very well, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Answer: You should get a sunscreen with both a high UVA and UVB rating, that is a 4 star rating for UVA and 60+SPF for UVB. It should be applied frequently to all exposed areas and generously. One of the very best sunscreems is Ombrelle by L'Oreal...it is top quality. Neutrogena also makes a good sunscreen and less expensive. Hawaiian Tropic claims to have the highest spf protection. But if you want to ensure you get the best protection I would stick with the Ombrelle product line. You also could use a combination of zinc oxide and titanium dioxideif you are allergic to sunscreen preparations. In addition there are now clothes and hats being sold which give some sunscreen protection...short and long sleeve shirts/blouses and slacks, jackets etc. Good Luck

Question: Whats the difference between childrens and regular sunscreen? I have to buy sunscreen for a trip to the carribean and the local drugstore has Huggies babies spf 50 sunscreen on clearance at half the price of the cheapest regular sunscreen..... Is this ok for an adult to use?...... Would I suddenly become incontenent and start sucking my thumb or chasing the topless european women around the beach crying "Mama"?......Really, what is the difference?

Answer: Children's sunscreen only provides more sun protection. Don't worry, it has no influence whatsoever on the brain.

Question: What sunscreen should I use on my surgical scar? I have a fresh (1 month old) surgical scar on my neck. My surgeon told me to cover it with sunscreen in the sun, I guess that since its a scar it is very sensitive, so should I use body sunscreen or face sunscreen on it? Also, is there a particular brand that's good for sensitive skin?

Answer: SPF 70+, i think, The coppertone sport is perfect for that, even if you aren't active

Question: What is the best sunscreen to use for your face if you have sensitive skin? I have very sensitive skin and also a few blemishes but I am going to an amusement park this weekend and want to know a good sunscreen that I can use. I would really like to know of any that aren't very oily, b/c I have extremely oily skin. Plus if anyone has an everyday sunscreen that they use I would love to know about that as well!! Thanks for your suggestions!!

Answer: Neutrogena has great formulas.. I just bought this one yesterday...http://neutrogena.com/ProductsDetails_32… in SPF 70, and it's great... They also have sunscreens for sensitive skin that I'm sure are great too like this one; http://neutrogena.com/ProductsDetails_87… It's oil-free! ...B)

Question: How do you remove sunscreen smell from clothing? I use regular Tide detergent on the normal cycle in my washing machine, but I can not get the sunscreen smell out of my clothes. No matter what I do, they still smell like sunscreen. Especially the neckline of shirts. Does anyone have any suggestions how to get this smell out of my clothing so I don't smell like a beach bum when I wear these clothes again?

Answer: my husband is a chef and we have found that the only thing that takes the kitchen smell (he works at a seafood restaurant, btw) is Tide with Febreeze. i think you can get a Febreeze additive for the laundry, too. i do all of our laundry in Tide with Febreeze - and our clothes smell like fresh laundry. hope that helps.

Question: How much sunscreen will I need to bring on our trip to Mexico? We are on a trip to Mexico in 1 week and I have a 12 year old son. He has fare skin,burns easy and gets dry skin often. How much sunscreen will I need, how much should I slather on him before going out swimming, when to use it, and how often to re-apply? I will also bring aloe lotion and moisturizers, how much will I need to use for moisturizers also?

Answer: bring two bottles of waterproof total sunblock...two bottles of lotion and you will be fine...always be able to buy more(NAME BRAND) there if you need to

Question: What can i use besides sunscreen to get a tan? I don't have sunscreen and I really want to go tanning in the sun tomorrow. Will any lotion do like Vaseline lotions? Or is there something besides sunscreen i can use to protect myself from getting sunburn?

Answer: Sunscreen doesn't actually help you tan, quite the opposite really. Sunburns are, in essence, your skin literally burning--it causes serious damage that your body dislikes. Because your body dislikes this damage it will create more melanin in that area to defend itself incase you burn again. Tanning is simply your body protecting itself from becoming burned. I would recommend you not do it tomorrow.

Question: How does a model of sunscreen work against cancer? 5. The use of sunscreen can help reduce the risk of skin cancer. From your knowledge of cancer and cell division, propose a model to explain how sunscreen works. How could you determine whether your model is accurate?

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Question: How can I put on a sunscreen on my face without messing up my makeup? I have a stick sunscreen and when i put it on it makes my face so greasy. It looks like I've been sweating or haven't showered in a while. But I need a strong sunscreen because I have fair skin that burns really easily. Please help! Thank you!

Answer: Find a moisturizer with a higher SPF, that way you won't need to apply sunscreen separately! I used to use this: http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jh…

Question: What kind of sunscreen should I put into a welcome to California basket? A friend of mine is moving down to sunny CA and I'm going to put together a welcome basket. Does anyone have a suggestion for an effective brand of sunscreen that looks classy or a bit fancier that the stuff you'd grab at the drugstore?

Answer: banana boat.

Question: How long does sunscreen remain effective? I have a waterproof sunscreen from last summer that I wear in the pool. I have most of a bottle left. Would it still be good?

Answer: It should say on the bottle, side of the lid or stamped on the label. To get a factual answer ask in the chemist or pharmacist. (if it's the colour, smell and consistency as it was last year then it's probably good)

Question: What will the daily use of a good sunscreen do to my skin tone? My parents want me to use sunscreen everyday because they say that the sun harms your skin and causes cancer.I'm a 15 year old guy and I'm not really into using creams(sunscreen) in my skin but they want me to use it.I'm afraid that my skin will get lighter or my tan will fade because of me using the sunscreen.

Answer: I am a beauty therapist and see daily what peoples skin looks like when they don't take care of it and not using some sort of sunscreen long term will do damage to your skin. Men as well as women need to protect themselves not just from the harmful rays all year round because of the chance of getting skin cancer but it does also help with the tone of the skin and helps against premature aging. I know at your age you think "What ever" but in the long term you would be happy to have great looking skin without pigmentation marks and the girls would love it to as it shows that you take a pride in your appearance. Your tan would be a bit lighter than in other parts of your body that you didn't apply suncreen but not majorally noticeable really in the long term. Hope this helps.