Does anyone know any good SUNBLOCK (not lotion) thats not greasy, non-comodegenic & good for sensitive skin?
Posted on 24. Jan, 2012 by Skin Expert in Sunscreens
I went to the dermatologist (I’ve had bad acne and take Retin-A-Micro) and she said always wear sunblock, not even a sunblock lotion, or daily moisturizer because it wont do anything. I just feel like all sunblocks have that smelly, greasy feel to them…any suggestions helpful!
oneprocrastinator
24. Jan, 2012
Vichy Capital Soleil SPF 60 cream. Excellent. Lightest feeling for a cream that I’ve found, non greasy. Look for the ingredient Mexoryl XL (L’Oreal group… lancome, Vichy, Biotherm, etc.) as it has the highest available UVA protection on the market (this is what causes the most damage and ‘aging’). This product is recommended by doctors who have patients with skin cancer or who are using acne treatments that cause extreme sensitivity.
cebh1812
24. Jan, 2012
P20′s excellent.
iamtehuberness
24. Jan, 2012
I use Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch. It’s not greasy and it gives kinda a sheer look.
Jacine G
24. Jan, 2012
I don’t know of any that don’t clog your skin. Most sunblocks contain an ingredient called phenoxethanol and this is a major skin irritant. Considering you are on Retin A you would especially be sensitive.
I was on Retin A when I was 18 as well so I know what you are going through.
I would suggest Mineral Makeup. It has an SPF of 15 is a powder and does not aggravate acne. It is safe for sensitive skins.
You can put this one even after you have had a glycolic peel.
The problem with sunscreen is that you need to put 2.7mls on your face to get the SPF they state on the bottle and nobody does that because you would feel incredibly greasy.
Your doctor is right though you do need to use something as your skin is more sensitive to the sun.
Loreal have some but the shades are pretty limiting. They only have 6. I have 22 in my range if you are interested