Anyone actually use 1/2 tsp sunscreen everyday?
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enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 3:32 am Quote

Just wondering how many people actually follow the recommended dosage of 1/2 teaspoon sunscreen for face and neck to get the full SPF coverage? Last time I tried it, my friends laughed at me for looking like a Chinese opera singer! I'd like to know how many of you find that amount of product unrealistic for everyday use.. And how much do you actually use? Thanks!

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 5:49 am Quote

i don't think i use that much. i try to saturate the areas without having excess products to rub in. i don't like having too much product on my skin and i just try to avoid the sun in general anyways.

but in 10-20 years, maybe you will be the one who's laughing like an opera singer when you have beautiful undamaged skin while your friends have wrinkly sun damaged skin Bad Grin

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 7:59 am Quote

I thought it was 1/4 tsp? maybe its 1/2 for face AND neck and the 1/4 is for face only?????

1/2 tsp is that much if you have a fluid SS but I can it would had to do with a cream.

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 11:56 am Quote

It's 1/4 tsp for face + 1/4 tsp for neck = 1/2 tsp total.

But even with a cream, unless it's clear, I don't see how I can go out without looking ridiculous. Besides, my derm told me sunscreen is not meant to be 'rubbed' in, becuase that could potentially clog more pores.

I think I use less than 1/4 tsp total for face and neck. That's why I try to find the highest SPF possible. Figured at least that way say if I'm using 50+, I should be getting at least something like SPF 25, right?

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 11:58 am Quote

Oh, I also want to add- how many of you reapply sunscreen every 2 hours during the day, as is recommended by dermatologists?

And if yes, do you wash the face and start all over with serums + cream, or do you just slather it on top of existing make up? Thanks!

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 12:14 pm Quote

I use 1 tsp Devita for face, neck, decollete and hands.

If I am outside and need longer-lasting sweat-proof protection I use 1 tsp Avene Emulsion 50+. I don't reapply unless I get wet or am at the beach.

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 4:59 pm Quote

Ah sunscreen. This topic causes me endless frustration! What kind to buy, when to apply/reapply, how much to put on, etc.! It actually used to stress me out! Now, I'm just trying to do the best I can without looking ridiculous. So if I'm running late and don't have 30 minutes to wait for it to set, I just go.

As for the amount, I do what I think is reasonable. I'm sure it's not the recommended 1/4 tsp but I've tried that and ended up looking crazy and feeling sticky and gross. So I may not be getting the fully protection but at least I can feel confident going out and not like an oil slick!

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 5:44 pm Quote

fat_swan wrote:

Oh, I also want to add- how many of you reapply sunscreen every 2 hours during the day, as is recommended by dermatologists?

I only do if I'm going to be outside alot. Which usually if I'm going to be outside for a while I wont wear makeup because it gets so humid here it just melts off anyway.

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 8:39 pm Quote

fat_swan wrote:

Oh, I also want to add- how many of you reapply sunscreen every 2 hours during the day, as is recommended by dermatologists? Its every two hours if you're in the sun for that long. I wouldn't apply it every 2 hours if I was indoors for most of the day.

And if yes, do you wash the face and start all over with serums + cream, or do you just slather it on top of existing make up? Thanks!

No you don't have to do that...unless you want to. If you use a foundation with an spf in it already, than that solves the problem. I use an spf 15 tinted moisturizer from Paula's Choice.

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 8:52 pm Quote

fat_swan, you're not alone with this dilemma believe me. It's completely unrealistic for cosmetic companies to assume that us ladies have the time or inclination to reapply a sunscreen every couple of hours I agree. I just make sure that my sunscreen is photostable and hope for the best. I may reapply after about 6 hours or so. I think this is ok if you're not in direct sunlight for this length of time. If you are, you really need sunglasses and a hat on top of skin protection anyway.

I probably do apply 1/2 a tsp to my face Embarassed

at least

I currently use the Anthelios tinted sunscreen. This counteracts the ghost face look and the level of protection is high. It's a bit shiny but what can you do? Powder usually sorts that out.

There is also a Remede tinted moisturiser/sunscreen that some people like. I haven't tried it though because, the UVA level of protection isn't high enough for me. There's a range of colors though. Might be good.

I've read that some people, mix MAC F&B foundation in with their sunscreen. I'm not sure how this would work in all reality though. The shade of foundation would have to be darker than you'd usually have in order to counteract the white of the sunscreen. Plus, you'd need a fair bit of sunscreen to ensure that there was enough protection. Most derms, recommend that there shouldn't be anything (at most a serum) b/w your skin and the sunscreen. Very important to wait 20 minutes or so before applying makeup or going out into the sun with a chemical sunscreen. Some of the initial whiteness from the application will have disappeared within this time anyway. A creamy blusher to the lips, cheeks and lightly across the bridge of the nose enlivens the face again.

enjoys freebies · Thu Feb 05, 2009 11:54 pm Quote

I don't use 1/2 tsp. I use about a pea size. Too much of SS makes my skin too greasy looking.

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