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Sunscreens
Invest in your skin’s future
Author: Toni Munna | Published: Wednesday, June 30, 2010
‘Tis the season...for sunscreens. We really should wear a sunscreen all year long if we spend any amount of time outside—and yes, that includes in the car—but let’s face it, most Long Islanders huddle inside when the weather is frigid. With summer here, we are all itching to get outside to enjoy the mood-enhancing benefits of basking in the sun. 
If you want protection from skin disease and to avoid contributing to the aging process, please proceed with caution! A few good options:
Hampton Sun has a line of Sunscreen spray oils with SPF 4 and 8 and a gel spray with SPF 15. They also have a lotion at SPF 30, as well as a Continuous Mist Sunscreen at an SPF of 55. They are made with a variety of vitamins and natural ingredients such as aloe vera, ginger, cucumber extract and grapeseed. Along with natural products, they use effective sunscreen ingredients such as oxybenzone, homosalate and octisalate, which mostly protect from UVB. These products are luxurious, as their name suggests, yet perform. The Continuous Mist Sunscreen is my favorite. The scent is like no other you’ve experienced in sun protection, and you can even use it on your face (but be sure to spray it on your hands and apply—do not spray on your face). About $35 for 4 oz.
Burt’s Bees uses a naturally-occurring mineral, titanium dioxide, which reflects light and creates a micro-fine barrier to protect your skin from both UVB and UVA. It comes in both SPF 15 and 30 and has a nice, light scent. It’s a bit thick, so it takes a bit of practice to rub it in without streaking or clumping, but it’s a great option if you are uncomfortable with the effective non-natural sunscreen ingredients. 3.5 oz for $15
La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Lait SPF uses Mexoryl, which is one of the most powerful blockers of wrinkle-causing UVA rays, while most protect mainly from UVB.
It is unscented and comes in ranges from SPF 15-60. Non-greasy, water resistant and unscented, it seems many dermatologists consider it the best sunscreen around. Prices vary, as do sizes.
Ingredients in all sunscreen products have their fans and detractors. You should always do your own research before putting anything on your skin. What’s right for you isn’t right for everyone. A great website for this is cosmeticsdatabase.com.
If you want protection from skin disease and to avoid contributing to the aging process, please proceed with caution! A few good options:Hampton Sun has a line of Sunscreen spray oils with SPF 4 and 8 and a gel spray with SPF 15. They also have a lotion at SPF 30, as well as a Continuous Mist Sunscreen at an SPF of 55. They are made with a variety of vitamins and natural ingredients such as aloe vera, ginger, cucumber extract and grapeseed. Along with natural products, they use effective sunscreen ingredients such as oxybenzone, homosalate and octisalate, which mostly protect from UVB. These products are luxurious, as their name suggests, yet perform. The Continuous Mist Sunscreen is my favorite. The scent is like no other you’ve experienced in sun protection, and you can even use it on your face (but be sure to spray it on your hands and apply—do not spray on your face). About $35 for 4 oz.
Burt’s Bees uses a naturally-occurring mineral, titanium dioxide, which reflects light and creates a micro-fine barrier to protect your skin from both UVB and UVA. It comes in both SPF 15 and 30 and has a nice, light scent. It’s a bit thick, so it takes a bit of practice to rub it in without streaking or clumping, but it’s a great option if you are uncomfortable with the effective non-natural sunscreen ingredients. 3.5 oz for $15
La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Lait SPF uses Mexoryl, which is one of the most powerful blockers of wrinkle-causing UVA rays, while most protect mainly from UVB.
It is unscented and comes in ranges from SPF 15-60. Non-greasy, water resistant and unscented, it seems many dermatologists consider it the best sunscreen around. Prices vary, as do sizes.Ingredients in all sunscreen products have their fans and detractors. You should always do your own research before putting anything on your skin. What’s right for you isn’t right for everyone. A great website for this is cosmeticsdatabase.com.
Author: Toni Munna
Toni Munna is a native Long Islander who is always on the lookout for products that fulfill their promise to firm, hydrate, slim, soothe, de-wrinkle, plump, relax, de-stress, and just generally make you look and feel better. She a firm believer that wellness enhances beauty and has been testing beauty products and reviewing spas for you since the fall of 2006. You can reach her with questions at toni@lipulse.com.
Toni Munna is a native Long Islander who is always on the lookout for products that fulfill their promise to firm, hydrate, slim, soothe, de-wrinkle, plump, relax, de-stress, and just generally make you look and feel better. She a firm believer that wellness enhances beauty and has been testing beauty products and reviewing spas for you since the fall of 2006. You can reach her with questions at toni@lipulse.com.
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What great products Pulse decided to review. Perfect for the summer heat wave we are having!
I absolutely love Hampton Sun.. highly recommend it to everyone!