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Mon May 09, 2005 10:33 am  |
Granted one is SPF 58 and the other is 65, but they are both by the same company, and both use chiefly Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide. What am I missing?
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Mon May 09, 2005 11:08 am |
One will block 98.3% of UV rays and the other 98.5%. UVA protection unknown for both.
If both minerals are not micronised, then you are going to get a white cast. |
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Mon May 09, 2005 12:25 pm |
| I've just checked the sunscreen actives for both. The SPF65 contains additional chemical agents which are not photostable whilst the SPF58 is a purely physical sunscreen. |
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Tue May 10, 2005 4:19 pm |
Thank you so much for responding. I have noticed that the SPF 65 burns my face a bit if I'm using prescription retinoids and glycolic acid. Can't wait to try the Fallene COTZ SPF 58 next.
However, here's the thing: both claim to be "ultra-micronized," but the Fallene Total Block SPF 65 has me looking like a Kabuki princess for the rest of the day. I'm willing to give the COTZ a shot anyway ... |
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Tue May 10, 2005 6:41 pm |
Well, the burning from the SPF65 could be from the chemical agents.
Even when minerals are ultra fine, when in higher concentration to achieve a higher SPF, they will still be a little opaque and thick. That's why you still get the white cast. |
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