Is this sunscreen waterproof or just water resistant? Thank you for the replies to my question. It has been helpful in determining my purchase decision. In my experience "water-resistant" sunscreens don't last as long as "waterproof" ones. I hate...
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According to the container for this product, this sunscreen is WATER RESISTANT. No comment is made about it being waterproof. According to the dictionary if it is "water resistant" it means it is resistant to water penetration. Waterproof means it prevents permeation by water. What's the difference? You determine it for your usage. Use whatever synonym is pertinent in your case.
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The product has been very water resistant. I live in Florida and wear this if I am going to be out in the sun playing golf or tennis and I never have to re-apply. Sometimes I have trouble washing it off. I can't comment on what happens with extended periods in the water.
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Darcy, I actually switched from the 35 to the 50 about a month ago because the 50 had the titanium dioxide, which is supposed to block more. I am a fair-skinned red head. Unfortunately I just didn't think the titanium is that big of a difference. The texture to me was the same (have to rub in or it will leave a white tint). I am debating on going back to the sport 35 that I used before. I didn't get sunburnt with the 50, but didn't with the 35 either. The other thing is make sure you have no allergies to the titanium dioxide. I had my 13 year old (also fair skinned and red headed) use this (he had used the 35 before fine), and evidently he is allergic to the titanium dioxide. 12 hours after we put it on him, his neck had hives with a rash and itched like crazy! It lasted about a day and then was gone. So, I don't blame the sunscreen--we had just never used the titanium dioxide before and evidently won't again. Guess I'm just not a fan of the titanium dioxide. :( Also, I put it on my face and around my eyes with no problems. Hope this helps! --CJ
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Hi M.Gross,1) Is the sports sleeve waterproof? ie when you sweat, will the nano get wet? 2) You mentioned it's uncomfortable after extended wear, I figure you mean it's chaffs your skin? I do 1++ hour runs, so can you recommend any other type of sports sleeve for the nano that doesn't chaff?
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As long as you wait a while for it to soak in and dry you should be fine. I've used sunscreen, but I usually wait at least 30 minutes until it feels like it's totally absorbed
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Hi, To be honest it was for my gf, but it lasted closer to 3-5 Weeks for the bigger size. It is very very very effective and works very well, but the proportions are kind of off, she says. Not sure if it's supposed to be like that, but the face wash and sunscreen lasted closer to 6-8 Weeks. My gf just got her cosmotologist license and now gets it for 40% of directly with Jan Marini in CA ( I guess they require one to order directly). Hope this helps!! Bryan
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I checked my listing and it reads "sunscreen". There are several other merchants offering the same product - maybe you are reading their description? Sorry I don't have an answer. It might be an amazon issue.
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I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for sweating. I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for... » Read More I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for sweating. « Show Less
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Yes, it will last longer than Armour All for example, although I like Armour All this is definitely better. As with any protectant it will look best and last longer when you scrub the surface with a good de-greaser and rinse it well. If you notice some vehicles have plastic body panels that turn white or faded. Scrub them a couple times until the suds no longer change color and apply this product and they will look like new. Of course this is not permanent once again, but it will last longer than most. I notice this product also CONTAINS a sunscreen. Most products ramble on about "uv damage" but if you read carefully they say they can make things "look better" from sun damage but do not specifically say their product can prevent it. This product can prevent it. Also, make sure you shake it well each time before using. Good luck. Hope this helps.
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johnp37 - you cannont find a better product. It is great. It is not greasy. It has a good sunscreen value. Really, I think it is the best you can buy for this type of application.
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This sunscreen is rather thick. I would not use it this way. I have oily skin though, so this is just my opinion.
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I don't know as while were we were was very warm and humid, we were not sweating per se. I would tell you that it is definitely more water proof than any other sunscreen I have used. Many hours after ocean and pool swimming we did not get burnt or even red. I think the issue with sweating however is that you are likely wiping with a cloth or towel which to me would at some point cause the sunscreen to wear off more quickly. With that said however this product is by far superior than any other I have used
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Less irritating to skin than Blue Lizard for my kids. Physical sunscreens (like zinc) do not have any lag time--they are effective immediately. It works well. I reapply if they ah rep been in the water after a couple of hours. It is thick, but does have that white appearance that regular zinc does. I have not used thinkbaby or babo.
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This one has the expiration date at the bottom (two years). I try to use sunscreens with natural ingredients within one year. I found that using this one every day (as you should, regardless of the weather), lasts me about 3-4 months.
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Yes it is waterproof BUT I have already gone through 2 of them because of their construction, they are not well made, and they break after about 2 months. I know it is because I take it off and on, but if you just keep it on im sure it will last longer.
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I love this sunscreen. I don't think it leaves my skin any shinier than any other sunscreen I have tried. I apply it very lightly. For darker complexions, it could possibly leave a lighter cast. What I like the most about it is that it doesn't cause breakouts.
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It is not waterproof, but I wore mine in the water and it stayed for a while. But I live in Florida and it's very hot and humid here and it would stay all day! Great makeup for an all day wear :)