European Sunscreen vs American

[jojoglowe]

I work outside a lot, and the laser place says if I get tan I'll void my warranty. It's going to happen, but I'm also taking this as a chance to get serious about using sunblock.

After a bit of googling, I found that the FDA hasn't approved a new sunscreen ingredient since, 1999 (if i remember right), and that sunscreens from canada/europe have ingredients that work better. Dermatologists created some group to try and change this, but as it is, it's business as usual. The ingredients that is not yet FDA approved are/is known as "Mexoryls".

I'm should be able to acquire some euro sunscreen soon, and will do a split-face demonstration. I created this post to let folks know about this, as it is very important that we take care of our skin. I'm not 100% on the facts, but I feel that some of the common medications we take could cause sensitivity.

Regardless of what ingredients work best, those of us in the Northern Hemisphere should remember the sunblock this summer!

[spooky]

I've heard that Australian sunscreens are actually made to the most rigorous standards, what with the hole in the ozone layer right above them and all. May be worth looking into.

I think we ask should be wearing sunblock year-round, not just in summer. Your face will thank you for it in the future.

[genderirrelevant]

I regret not using more sunblock in my younger years. My mouth looks like a smoker's even though I've never had a puff. I'm not trying to attract anyone so it doesn't matter much but I feel like I look scary to little kids.

[Laura_7]

I regret not using more sunblock in my younger years. My mouth looks like a smoker's even though I've never had a puff. I'm not trying to attract anyone so it doesn't matter much but I feel like I look scary to little kids.

You might try some coconut or jojoba oil... vegetable oil, not mineral...
and maybe a bit more healthy nutrition... you might try if butter helps, instead of light margarine... and highly nourishing oils, not standard oils...

Concerning sunscreens, there are ingredients which are said to be not healthy... a research, and maybe using organic alternatives could be helpful... I personally disliked the strong smell of many...
and using simple methods... what about wearing long pants and a light sweater, or having a towel over the shoulders... going to the shades for a rest ... ? If you look around, many people in warmer climate are quite fully dressed...

[jojoglowe]

UPDATE:

I decided to not do the split face demonstration. I have shared the euro sunscreen with some coworkers (we farm & garden 40+ hours/week) and they say they can tell a difference: with the US sunscreen, you'll feel the burn after an hour but with the euro it takes a few hours before 2nd application is needed.

So there's some anecdotal info

[katrinaw]

I've heard that Australian sunscreens are actually made to the most rigorous standards, what with the hole in the ozone layer right above them and all. May be worth looking into.

I think we ask should be wearing sunblock year-round, not just in summer. Your face will thank you for it in the future.

Not wrong... we need it here!

Also, not sure if these are available world wide but I use Olay complete protection SPF 30+ Moisturiser, twice a day and stops me from seeing the dermatologist as often as I used to! Yay

For other area's I use the Aussie branded sunscreens

L Katy 

[Jenny07]

Yes OZ stuff id the strongest SPF50+.
I used to work outside in summer many years ago and found one failsafe solution. I wore long sleeves.
Never got burnt, even with he hole in the ozone and all. It was hot though but better than the back packers straight off the plane and to Bondi who turned a very bright and painful shade of red in a matter of hours. Oh the pain.

Don't know how the US stuff works with all the tiny warning labels clogging up the tube to make it lawyer safe.

[Cindy]

I was at Glenelg (you can Google it) today doing my groceries. It is cold 18C, tourists were on the beach, cloud baking, I'm in a wool tunic, leggings and boots. UV alert is 3-5 (out of 10).  'Avoid going outdoors unprotected between 10am-3pm.'

I also wear Olay 30SPF moisturizer. When I was having laser my tech wouldn't let me out of the place until I had lathered up.

I know Oz has extreme UV but everyone would benefit from UV protection. Melanoma is pretty horrible to have.

<How to tell a tourist in Australia: They are the ones with sheets of skin peeling off>

[jojoglowe]

Don't know how the US stuff works with all the tiny warning labels clogging up the tube to make it lawyer safe.

:laugh:hahaha so true

[Marly]

As you can see, I need sunscreen...and the best sunscreen...all the time