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Wed Jun 06, 2007 12:04 pm  |
Top Rated:Best sunscreen.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 55, Blue Lizard Sunscream Sensitive SPF 30+, Lancôme UV Expert 20
Sunscreen reviews say Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock is an excellent general-use sunscreen. It has avobenzone and oxybenzone for protection against short and long-wave UVA rays, plus Helioplex to help the active ingredients protect skin for up to five hours. Since UVA light is the main culprit responsible for long-term skin damage, experts say it's essential to use a sunscreen that contains broad-spectrum UVA protection; surprisingly not all sunscreens protect against UVA. Neutrogena claims this sunscreen will neither run into the eyes nor sweat or towel off. Note that the SPF 30 and SPF 45 formulas don't contain Helioplex. Most users really like this sunscreen, but some don't like the smell. Keep in mind that although Neutrogena calls this product a 'sunblock,' no sunscreen can completely protect you from damaging rays.
Top Rated: Best sunscreen for sensitive skin and babies.
you have sensitive skin or just want a chemical-free, fragrance free sunscreen, we found excellent reviews for Blue Lizard Sensitive. Instead of chemical sunscreens, Blue Lizard Sensitive and the identical Blue Lizard Baby formula contain zinc oxide (10%) and titanium dioxide (5%), which act as a physical barrier against broad-spectrum UVA and UVB rays. Blue Lizard Sunscream is water resistant. Because this sunscreen is thicker and creamier than others, it can take longer to apply.
Top Rated: Best UVA protection, but pricey.
If you want the best total protection and can afford to spend $35 for a mere 3.4 ounces of product, Lancôme's UV Expert 20 contains Mexoryl SX -- which is the most effective UVA-blocking ingredient available, according to skin-care experts. In July 2006, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Mexoryl for use in the United States, but right now, Lancôme UV Expert 20 is the only widely available product containing it outside of Canada and Europe. In addition to Mexoryl SX, UV Expert also contains avobenzone (for UVA protection), octocrylene (for UVB protection) and titanium dioxide (for UVA and UVB protection).
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