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which ones specifically can be dangerous? I read a lot about chemical sunsreens widely used in Europe and they are considered to be safe by all sources I seen, the only downside is that some people are allergic to it. I don't really believe that they are not safe, it contradicts all I read about them.

 
This might be a stupid question, but do sunscreen spf's "add up"? Like, if my moisturizer has spf 20, sunscreen has spf 50, foundation has spf 20, and powder has spf 10, would there be a total of spf 100 on my face, or would it just be the highest number of a single product?

 
That's not a silly question at all :icon_smil

As far as I know, the SPFs don't "add up".

 
I am a bit of a sucker for Vichy products. I went on a long search for creams and sunscreens which don't contain aluminum or soy products (I have a soy allergy.) Anyway, I came across the Vichy line, and I have so far really enjoyed everything that I have used. I actually use the SPF 60 sunscreen, because my skin is quite fair and sensitive to the sun. However, they offer lower SPFs as well. It can be a little pricy, but totally worth it.

 
In fact, spf in your foundation can interfere with spf in your moisturizer (some filters weaken each other), so the best choice would be high spf in moisturizer and foundation with no spf :sdrop:
 
vichy has great spf products, they have one lighter one designed for face - ecran fluide, spf 60, ppd 20, is that the one you're using?

anyway, I highly recomend it :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />



 
Okay, I didn't think they'd add up, but i figured I'd ask and make sure. Does foundation spf really interfere? :( /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I don't try to buy foundations with spf, but my fave foundation just happens to have it.

 
Yes, that is the Vichy product I'm using (SPF 60). I love it. My husband and I recently returned from a trip to Thailand. Although we were on the beach or next to the pool everyday for over two weeks, I didn't burn (and I have very fair skin). Although I was of course reapplying every couple of hours and after swimming.

I haven't gotten into the habit of wearing sunscreen everyday, although I'm realizing that I really need to. I am getting freckles, and some definite lines showing up on my face. :eek:

 
yeah, most of it does, although it al depends on the kind of filters... its more complicated, I don't know the exact details. I know for instance that the spf in foundation weakens avobenzone in moisturizers. all in all its the best not to mix two spfs of the different products. Sometimes you cannot help it though :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
 
i really really like the body shop's sunscreen for face. it doesnt make me break out or anything and its pretty light.

 
i just went out and bought that today and really like it so far! it absorbs so nicely, and although i know they say bad things about avobenzone, so many companies use it, it seems like it can't be all that bad. haha...maybe that sounds dumb, but i am sick of having a white cast to my face even while using a micronized zinc oxide. they say with those products you need a 1/2 teaspsoon to your face. that is a LOT if you actually measure it out once. there is no way i am going out looking like a greased pig everyday! i would like to wear makeup and let my skin breathe. so far the aveeno spf 30 positive radiance is just what i have been looking for. really have been wanting to combine a high spf with a moisturizer!

 
Just to share my experience regarding my love-hate relationship with sunscreen. My skin react differently to different concentration of chemical sunscreen.

1. Ethylexyl Methoxycinnamate: spf20 and lower - no immediate reaction upon application but on long term, with daily application - pimples pop up one after another!

2. Ethylexyl Methoxycinnamate: spf20 and above - skin turn red under the sun and very-very small spots appear immediately after application; long term application - big pimples!

3. Octyl Methoxycinnamate: any concentration - immediate reaction: rashes, itchyness, pain a few hours after application, upper skin cells die a few days later and skin starts to peel

4. Avobenzone: any concentration - immediate reaction: rashes and itchiness.

 
I've totally stopped using chemical sunscreen since December 2005 and my skin has improved a lot. No more pimples, no more redness. :inlove:

Currently using Clinique Super City Block.

 

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