Due to this new state of being fit, I find myself outside more often. I do not want to subject my skin to sun damage. It's no problem finding SPF 30 to put on my arms, legs, and neck, but what about the face?

Anyone know of a good facial sunblock? Anyone ever used Clinique's? (I like some of their other products.) I have Purpose SPF 15, but I don't like that is feels slightly gritty. I think it has physical sunblocking agents rather than chemical.

Okay, done rambling. . . looking for suggestions. . .

big hat, sunglasses :)
I have troubles with sunblock- especially if I am in the heat for any length of time- it burns my skin, or it feels like it's burning....so when I am gardening or whatever, I usually just wear a hat and sunglasses.
I have trouble with the ones that are meant for sensitive skin too.
I think it is important to use one though,, and if anyone has any suggestions, I am all ears!

big hat, sunglasses :)
I have troubles with sunblock- especially if I am in the heat for any length of time- it burns my skin, or it feels like it's burning....
Exactly. The ones I've tried feel like they're frying on my face.

it must be some "key" ingredient in them because I have not found one yet that doesn't irritate me :(

Today I bought Clinique's Sun-Care Face 30 SPF Sun Block. (Since they have a money-back guarantee, I figured I'd just return it if it sucked.)

I tried it out this afternoon on my walk/run. It's definitely the best facial sun block I've tried so far. But, it wasn't hot today, just sunny, so hard to say how it will handle heat. I did, however, exfoliate and wash my face before I put it on, so it certainly had full access to irritate my skin.

One catch though: Cost me $16.50 for 2.5 oz. (It doesn't take much to cover your face, but still.) Plus $1.53 sales tax because our sales tax rate here is insane. So, $18.03 for facial sun block. Oh well. . . I like it so far. . .

I'll see how it goes on the next really hot day.

Oh, and it had a litany of active ingredients. Only one of those ingredients matched up with one of the three active ingredients in my cheap sunblock that I use for my arms and legs. Maybe the active ingredients in the Clinique stuff will be less irritating. . .

I actually have some information for you. I have never tried the Clinique so you might have a better product than mine! I will tell you this, I have very sensitive skin. I cannot use certain soaps because of the perfume or even certain detergents because of the irritation. I too have experienced that skin frying sensation when my sweat mixed with my sunblock and turned to acid. The first thing I do everyday is apply a oil free moisturizer with SPF 15 no matter what time of year. In the summer I use an item called SolBar PF it is SPF 50 and it is Utra Paba free, which is supposed to help with skin irritation. It protects against both UVA and UVB rays. I have never had a problem with it and I like that it has such a high SPF because the sun out here is unbearable. My mother just got diagnosed with skin cancer on her face and that made me realize that I needed to be more careful. I hope this helps!

that sounds interesting... where would you buy Solbar PF, at a Drugstore or department store?

that sounds interesting... where would you buy Solbar PF, at a Drugstore or department store?


I actually got mine as a sample that was given away in a care package during a triathalon. I have seen many sites online that offer it for purchase. I would imagine you could find it in a drugstore, but I don't want to send you on a wild goose chase! It is a white bottle with an orange target on the front. I think it is about $18.00 for a 4 oz bottle.

I found it here:

http://dermstore.com/product_Solbar+PF+50+Cream_616.htm

$8.95 for 4 ounces, plus $?? shipping. Thank you for the recommendation, Chim-Chim. :)

Great, thank you both :)

I found it here:

http://dermstore.com/product_Solbar+PF+50+Cream_616.htm

$8.95 for 4 ounces, plus $?? shipping. Thank you for the recommendation, Chim-Chim. :)
Haha! That is much cheaper than I quoted you! I guess I pulled that figure out of my butt! :p

Haha! That is much cheaper than I quoted you! I guess I pulled that figure out of my butt! :p
Lol Maybe just a really cheap website. :)

Thanks for the recommendations. I have actually been trying to figure out what to do about sunblock for awhile. Guys typically have 0 clue about this stuff, and I have sensitive skin when it comes to sunblock. I just ordered some stuff from that site and hope it works out.

Since I shave my head it is most definatly a must have.

Thanks,
Dwayne

One thing tho that you must remember for a sunblock to fully do its job, u must apply at least 30 minutes prior to going out and make sure its fully absorbed. I have sensitive skin as well and I had been using the Neutrogena dry touch sunblock. I think its SPF 30. I do ok by it but I think im going to give that one you guys posted a shot. Always open to new products....
:D

Finally got to wear that Clinique SPF 30 on a hot, bright day. I was extremely pleased. Didn't irritate my skin at all and worked perfectly.

Those who are trying the other sunblock, report back on your experiences. The Clinique is great, but it's not cheap. If the consensus is that the other is great too, I'd like to try that. :)

Finally got to wear that Clinique SPF 30 on a hot, bright day. I was extremely pleased. Didn't irritate my skin at all and worked perfectly.

Those who are trying the other sunblock, report back on your experiences. The Clinique is great, but it's not cheap. If the consensus is that the other is great too, I'd like to try that. :)

How was it in terms of oiliness? I hate oily sunblocks - they make me break out - but my skin is so fair I can't be out long without a facial sunblock.

Thanks for the recommendations, all.

How was it in terms of oiliness? I hate oily sunblocks - they make me break out - but my skin is so fair I can't be out long without a facial sunblock.

Thanks for the recommendations, all.
I didn't find it oily at all. Which was a surprise.

Free mason,

There is this sunblock called "Ozone" and it is SPF 70. I highly advice it for avoiding sun damage.

Free mason,

There is this sunblock called "Ozone" and it is SPF 70. I highly advice it for avoiding sun damage.
Awesome. I'll have to look for that. :)

I didn't even know that they made sunblock with an SPF that high! That rocks!

I use a SPF15/moisturizer by Lancome. Like the Clinique one, it's not cheap, but I'd rather spend money on my skin than deal w/break outs from cheaper products. (Of course, buy this sort of stuff when you get the free gift at the dep't store!!! :D ) I've also used a Vit C SPF 15 by The Body Shop - less costly & with a nice, light citrus smell.

SPF30 is definitely better though. Maybe I'll check out that website from Chim-Chim as well.

I kind of slacked during the winter, but thank you all for reminding me that I need to apply every day!!!

Kirby

For those of you out there still searching for the perfect sunblock, you might want to try the following:

1. Neutrogena Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 45 - non-oily, won't cause breakouts, dries quickly and is perfect under make-up.

2. La Roche Posay "Anthelios" SPF 60 - not widely available in the U.S. but can be purchased on Ebay or select online stores. A little on the expensive side ($50 retail), but it works! I have a friend who has been using this for years--she's almost 50 and people mistake her for being in her thirties. I think part of this can be attributed to the strength of the sunblock. The sunblock has properties that are not in American sunblocks but widely used in Europe, Asia, and Canada.

I am a cyclist w/ very sensitive skin who also happens to be a skin care product junkie. I have tried all kinds of sunblocks (Clinique, Estee Lauder, Biotherm, Murad, etc). The two I listed above are by far my favorites. In fact, I have unused tubes of the other brands because the Neutrogena and the La Roche Posay are simply better.

Lastly, I would use the Neutrogena as an everyday sunblock. It doesn't feel heavy at all. Plus, it's cheaper than most out there. The La Roche Posay is ideal for active individuals. When I go for long rides, I use this one. Nothing will get through this puppy! Just make sure you give your sunblock time to set in before you go out in the sun!

I'm a guy but I try to take care of my skin too :d_wink:
I use Dove's 'Essential Nutrients' Day Lotion,. SPF 15 w/moisturizer. About $7 for 4 oz and can be found at drug stores. Moisturizing is key (as I bet most of you ladys know). Of course its non comedogenic, so it wont cause breakouts. 15spf might not cut it for all day exposure, it does the trick for most days. And its reasonably priced. Dont be throwin your money away for designer sunblock, people! :rolleyes: I reccomend this stuff to anyone.

My dermatologist says that the only sunblocks that are really effective are the ones that have titanium oxide(?) or zinc oxide in them. The others apparantly break down rather soon after application, particulalry if your are physically and give no protection \against the really dangerous part of the sun-spectruml, despite the SPF rating. She also says that one should make sure that the sunblock says that it protects agains both UVA and UVB rays.

I am very sensitive on my face to just about everything. I have found one facial sunblock that satisfies her requirements and I find actually feels good and seems good to my skin. It is by Dermalogica, which you usually have to buy at a beauty salon that carries that line. It is only SPF 25 though. It is on the expensive side, but since I use it for my face only (and the backs of my hands otprevent age spots), it lasts a pretty long time. Plus it has a slight tint in it (it used to be pink(?) but now it is a foundation beige) and so you get a little coverage without wearing make-up.

[QUOTE=Freemason]Due to this new state of being fit, I find myself outside more often. I do not want to subject my skin to sun damage. It's no problem finding SPF 30 to put on my arms, legs, and neck, but what about the face?

Anyone know of a good facial sunblock? Anyone ever used Clinique's? (I like some of their other products.) I have Purpose SPF 15, but I don't like that is feels slightly gritty. I think it has physical sunblocking agents rather than chemical.

Okay, done rambling. . . looking for suggestions. . .[/QUOTE

As for sunblock, its always important to use it, everyday to reduce your chances of old looking skin and skin cancer. But my dermatologist always told me to use a oil free sunblock for the face with an SPF of at least 25. If you are a woman, then sometimes our make up has SPF of at least 15, but when you are working out, its not good to wear makeup cuz of the clogging of the pores, etc. But, yes, oil free is what I use so i dont feel sticky or oily on the face. Hope this helps! :tu: