The Best Way to Have Great Skin this Summer

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  Posted by Nancy Wed Apr 30, 2008 7:19am PDT

  It is also important to protect your skin whenever the sun is out, even early morning and late in the day(sunny, rainy, cloudy days). This is when the UVA(aging) rays are out. Many sunscreens only shield UVB(burning) rays, which are the strongest mid-day. Look for a SPF that covers a broad-spectrum blend including zinc oxide or Avobenzone, blended with other SPFs like titanium dioxide, oxybenzone, octinoxate, and octyl methoxycinnamate. I personally am reversing the damage I caused to my skin after years of sun-abuse. It is wonderful that we have the knowledge now to prevent damage, not just the aging or burning, but skin cancer. I wish I knew then what I know now!

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  Posted by HWID Wed Apr 30, 2008 8:52am PDT

  I like to break open capsules of vitamin E and rub it into my face and I can really tell the difference. People also always think I'm younger than I am and I think that is in part to good skin care!

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  Posted by Mindy R Wed Apr 30, 2008 12:25pm PDT

  I love the spray. I have a 7 year old son and it's a lot easier to spray him down than try to keep him still long enough to rub lotion on him. Great stuff!!

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  Posted by Suzanne Wed Apr 30, 2008 3:06pm PDT

  These are all great sun protection products. For a comprehensive article about what specific ingredients to look for in sunscreen, the difference between chemical and physical sunblocks, and the latest advancements in sun protection...check out "Beautiful Skin: Part 3 - Protection" on my blog here on shine.

  xoxo

  tcb

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  Posted by Pam Sat May 3, 2008 6:29pm PDT

  I need something that will last the whole day. I used an SPF50 Sunscreen today and my face was tomato red after about 2 hours in the sun. what will help me keep from getting the Raccoon look and will not cost a fortune?

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  Posted by Disgruntled Mon May 5, 2008 9:30am PDT

  I really like the Neutrogena kind. I could only find the SPF 70 version but I would use the 85 if I could find it. Most sunscreens make my face sting and are too oily but the Neutrogena kind is dryer to the touch and doesn't make my face sting.

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  Posted by youweremyfav22 Wed May 7, 2008 12:55pm PDT

  I love to use Mary Kay Day solution because it has and SPF of 25 in it so I know I'm protected and looking good at the same time! :)

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  Posted by Anthony F Wed May 7, 2008 1:01pm PDT

  Aveeno products on my skin have proven to be the best. My friends think it is funny because i have Aveeno shaving cream, sun block, lotion and even chapstick.

  Living in San Diego and being out at the beach all day playing volleyball and swimming, a person like me sure can use a strong and effective sunblock. I have tried just about every brand out there and Aveeno has shown to be a superior product.

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  Posted by Liz Wed May 7, 2008 1:01pm PDT

  I use Ocean Potion with SPF 50 and it works pretty good! I have very, very fair skin. I also use Neutrogena on my face with SPF 45 once a day and it burns, especially on my cheeks. I didn't know that the reason was because the SPF was high but I do know now! I can never find SPF over 50 in stores and didn't even know they made it higher then 50.

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  Posted by yiasem Wed May 7, 2008 1:01pm PDT

  Ha! I can not believe that the US still does not allow some of the products that other counties do, especially ones that are intended to protect us! LA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS 15??? I use that same one with SPF 65!!! Of course I have to buy it in Tiajuana (mexico for all of those not in Cali!) but it is dirt cheap ($25) and one of the best sunscreens you could purchase! Do you really want the same company that makes your breakfast cereal to make your sunscreen? that's what happens here!

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