what is the difference between name brand sunscreens and deratoloically recomended?  what is a better SPF 15,2
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The SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of a sunscreen indicates the time period you can stay in the sun without burning based on your skin complexion. The higher the number the longer you can remain in the sun. Dermatological recommended means the sun screen will be easier on the skin.
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I'm on the search for the same thing. I tried Jergensen's Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer, and it sucked with a capital S. It turned me orange, came off on my clothes, and smelled bad. Also, when i exfoliated w/ a washcloth, the ENTIRE tan came off. Seriously, it was supremely weird. Just thought I should warn you off that one . . .\nlol, good luck.
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i definatley would have to say Crest Whitening Strips.  It's worth the price.  Trust me*
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hello, I also want the smoothbeam, and V-beam. I was wondering the same thing. What dermatologist are you going to? Where are you located? I've seen before and after pictures and I was amazed.
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The best and least expensive is Preperation H.  It tightens the skin and pulls the wrinkles right out!!  Only use a very small amount and rub it in completly. The results are amazing!
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Try lotions with "shimmer" or bronzer in them. They have some by the Jergens brand. I don't know the name but its cheap @ Wal-Mart. As for your face they sell skin brighteners some by the Revlon brand.
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quality control\n\nthe name brands have better quality control, but they are made the same
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well some pepole prefere to spend the extra dollars on the fancy labels , and packaging ,  but there are some  products out here that r name brand that  have yet  to have a generic formulated that is  equall to that product , i buy what evers cheaper ,  like my kids  they like  irish spring soap well sav on has  a form of the soap  thats  basially the same  thing  but cheaper  so i buy that more often than the  irish spring unless its on sale , as for  medications like  tylenol etc   the same  thing i  buy the cheaper one unless the name brand is  on sale  for t less than the geniric , the only thing i dont by generic is laundry soap , shampoo , and pin sol
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I didn't really care for Goldie lip plumper.  Duwop venom flash works much better.  It can sting a bit, but they also have a light version that doesn't sting.  :)  But DON'T use it if you have chapped or cracked lips cuz it will be just horribly painful.  Just a warning.
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Never use an SPF lotion in a tanning bed (it defeats the purpose of the bed and it wastes your money).  The bed is timed and a quality salon will recommend the amount of time based on your skin type and current coloring.  An SPF lotion will defeat that.  Only use lotions approved for use in a tanning bed when using a salon bed.  Tanning bed lotions never contain sunscreens, dyes or fragrances that could interact with acrylic surfaces.\n\nThe best lotion makers for tanning beds are as follows:\n\nDesigner Skin\nHoss Sauce\nCalifornia Tan\nAustralian Gold\nJohn Abate\nSwedish Beauty\nSupre\nBody Drench\nMatahari\n\nI personally use Hoss Sauce.  I find it to have the best and most moisturizing lotion complex available.  You will have to try them out yourself, though.  Most salons have trial packets in the salon that you can try.  They are usually priced between $3-5 per packet.  You can usually get about 2 sessions out of one packet (if you are careful).\n\nI have used California Tan and generally don't use it.  It really does nothing for me.  I have used Australian Gold, although it didn't do that well either.  I like Swedish Beauty lotions, but the fragrances are nasty.  I also like John Abate, but ditto on the fragrances.  I somewhat like Designer Skin (specifically Shrine), but only because of the hot... it's relatively hot.  Although, don't use a hot/tingle lotion unless you have been tanning for a while.\n\nAs far as Gradual Glow, you will need to read the package and see if it was designed to be used in a tanning bed.  The reason not to use a lotion in a tanning bed if it wasn't designed for salon use is that fragrances and dyes can cause rashes from the UV in the bed (when combined with the acrylic surfaces).  So, avoid lotions that are not designed for salon use to prevent unwanted acrylic interactions.
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Check the ingredients in the sunlotion.  It could be worse than regulating your time sensibly in the sun.  Where a hat and appropriate clothing too protect you from the sun naturally.  They say that the sunscreen is too be avoided.  Research is recommended.
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There are some good sunblock/insect repellent mixes available so you don't have to buy two lots of goods all the time. Any drug store/supermarket should have them.
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You need a SPF of 45 or more and reapply often. You need to cover up as much as is practical. You need to stay out of direct sunlight between 10-2. If you burn that easily you're a good candidate for various skin cancers, so protect yourself.
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I don't know what the top five are but the one i like the best is the newer Crest kind without achohol. It cleans great without the awful burning. I believe that's the one dentists are recommending right now.
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shiseido is what i use.the spf is 36.it's pretty good!!!water-resistant too!
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I would see a derm. and see what they say.   I had some really bad sun damage on my face once and it scarred me up and the dr. gave me retin-a which improved the scars so much they are hardly even visible.    It took about 4 months of this to see a difference.
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Hey girly-girl....why not purchase a moisturizing sunscreen? There are so many on the market today.Oil of Olay with sunscreen is really hydrating and make-up takes well to it.It's not what I use...but my mother used to.If you want to stick with what you're using....moisturize first, then slather on the sunscreen.