How do you know what spf suncreen to use?
547601
There actually is no higher than 15 but they sell higher spf simply because people do not apply it thick enough so use anywhere between 15 and 30 spf and apply it thickly . I like Banana boat sport it's waterproof and sweatproof works great and i am Irish.
758324
being black does not mean you are sun immune,you must use the sunscreen to avoid photodamage to the skin caused by ultra-violet rays..
692222
I've kept my skin soft by NOT tanning all these years, but I've got a natural pigmentation to my skin most people don't (half Native American, half Italian).  Olay has now come out with a new lotion that gives the skin a touch of color, and being lotion and not a tanning spray, its reported by them not to streak.  It's called "Touch of Sun".  But if you need a tan because of being in a wedding, or something similar, I suggest getting a sprayed on tan all over.  It's safer for the skin, and lasts about 3 to 4 days.  IF this is because you're going on vacation and need it because you'll be out in the sun, just be careful...wear a light sunscreen so you don't burn, and take it slowly.  Good luck and have fun whatever the reason!
254939
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.
256044
wear high spf sunblock
895985
Oil of Olay Complete for sensitive skin is a good option. It costs about $10 and has sunblock in it as well. Very light, not greasy either.
659092
You might not get sunburned, but anyone can get skin cancer. It's not the color that' the issue, it's the damage done by the sun's rays. I vote for sunscreen!
515777
You must use one that has zinc oxide.  Zinc oxide blocks a wider range of UV rays than any other compound.  Just getting a regular sunscreen with a higher number only blocks more of the same rays.  You have to block the various types of rays.  I was in skin care for a while and learned all about sun protection.  I buy my suncreen from www.coolibar.com   They have some great zinc oxide type blockers.
352429
What a coincidence, I was just discussing this topic the other day...\n\nSunscreens contain chemicals that actually absorb the wavelengths of light, usually in a specific range of wavelenghts. Sunblocks, on the other hand, actually create a physical barrier on the skin that absorbs and scatters the UV rays. Typically, sunblocks are messier than sunscreens, and they may make you feel "greasy" or like you have gunk on your skin.
351397
It can help some but your skin will still darken no matter how much sunblock you put on. It does help to prevent skin cancers like melanoma and sunburn though. I use the highest SPF I can find and it helps to not let my skin get so dark.
690976
Most sunscreen has a 3-5 year shelf life.  There should be an expiration date on the bottle; if not, here's a link to what the codes mean:\n\nhttp://www.uspharmacist.com/index.asp?show=article&page=8_1323.htm#T1
516541
On my face, I use Eucerin clear-skin moisturizer with SPF 15.  I don't think the sunblock blocks the moisturizer; I've found the moisturizer works really well and unlike most other moisturizers with sunblock (even ones that advertise as being non-comedogenic or specifically for faces), which make me break out.  This one is not too expensive and you can get it at pharmacies if you don't find it elsewhere because it's approved by dermatologists.
1034554
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.
391242
apply AFTER SUN-BURN GEL\nit is available in different brands in drugstores or supermarkets
521234
It's called "melasma" or "mask of pregnancy." You'd want to use a physical sunblock (titanium dioxide based or zinc oxide based) while in the sun.
544054
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.
302036
Ive just recently got back off a very hot holiday.. We used factor 25 and i still got a Golden tan.. its best to always were Sun Block.. :)