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[MysteryTutor]

Hey guys I am looking for a sunscreen that has a good SPF meaning its over 30 atleast or 30 and it is all natural and non-comedogenic. It must be all natural or organic because nowadays there are a lot of chemicals in sunscreens that may cause skin cancer themselves. I am also looking for a sunscreen that is not really water proof, not sweat proof and not a spray, glue. I do not want water proof or sweat proof because these types of sunscreens can clog the pores and I do not want sprays or glues that much because these are not as effective as creams.

[riceballinafruitsbasket]

I run a lot and use the Neutrogena Clear Skin sunblock. It comes in two strengths- SPF 30 and 50 (I think). The tube is white and orange. You can find it in the sunscreen aisle at the drugstore (as opposed to the skin care aisle with the moisturizers). It has a matte finish, is fragrance free, and doesn't irritate my skin or break me out. It also doesn't run into my eyes when I sweat, so it's the perfect summer sunscreen.

[MysteryTutor]

Thanks for the response, but I asked for a sunscreen that is all natural.

[Ripon10]

Lumiplexion has a chemical-free SPF 30 sunscreen. Her products are acne-friendly. I actually use both her regular sunscreen and the chemical free when I'm going to be in the sun a lot for extra protection. It's got titanium dioxide in it so it has a whiteness but she can tint it for you if desired. It has a matte consistency to it. It is extremely hard to find an acne-friendly sunscreen, let alone a chemical-free one. Her monthly FB code is $5 off shipping.

[riceballinafruitsbasket]

Thanks for the response, but I asked for a sunscreen that is all natural.

Whoops! Sorry about that- I answered your question right after I woke up and I must have skimmed over that part.
Good luck in your search!

[Vinchenzo]

Hey guys I am looking for a sunscreen that has a good SPF meaning its over 30 atleast or 30 and it is all natural and non-comedogenic. It must be all natural or organic because nowadays there are a lot of chemicals in sunscreens that may cause skin cancer themselves. I am also looking for a sunscreen that is not really water proof, not sweat proof and not a spray, glue. I do not want water proof or sweat proof because these types of sunscreens can clog the pores and I do not want sprays or glues that much because these are not as effective as creams.

I agree with Ripon about how hard its going to be finding a sunscreen. I'm kind of on the same page as you though. I'm trying to look for a sunscreen that works when applied so I don't have to wait 15-30 minutes before going out.

[CaptainCook]

Look for the next sun filtering agents in a sunscreen: (I have done a lot of research in the past about this subject)

Tinosorb M or Tinosorb S
Why? Because these sun filtering agents protect against UVA and UVB, have low risk in skin allergies, are very stable and our body hardly absorbs it.

Sadly enough, sunscreens that use these sun filtering agents are relatively expensive.

Other good sun filtering agents are:
Mexoryl XL
Has the same properties as Tinosorb M and Tinosorb S, only less Stable.

Mexoryl SX
The same as Mexoryl XL, but it only protects against UVA, so has to be combined with another sun filtering agent.

Tinosorb M, S and Mexoryl SX,XL aren't chemical filters neither physical.
This means they have all the benefits combined, and don't carry the disadvantages!

Then we have the physical filters which are: Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide
When you look for a sunscreen containing one of this filters, It's better to choose a brand that didn't use nanotechnology.
If they didn't use nanotechnology, the Sunscreen will probably leave a slight white haze on your skin.
No Nanotechnology sunscreens are also very suitable for kids.

If you choose a suncreenbrand that used Nanotechnology then skip the spray bottles please.

Both Zinc Oxide and Titanium dioxide protect against UVA and UVB.

Other good (But less familiar) sun filtering agents include:
Uvinul T 150
Uvasorb HEB
Neo heliopan AP. Only UVA
Uvinal A plus. Only UVA

You better avoid sunscreens that contain:

Perfume
PABA
Dyes
Plant Extracts (Examples: orange, grapefruit, lemon, lavender, rosemary, tea tree)

Last but not least: avoid sunscreens that contain oxybenzone (due to safety concerns) A LOT OF sunscreens contain oxybenzone.

Edited by CaptainCook, 26 June 2012 - 02:43 PM.

[jin2]

I recommend Devita Solar Protective Moisturizer SPF 30 plus

http://www.vitacost....zer-spf-30-plus

It's a bit pricey, but it feels really great on my skin. And yes, it is all-natural. I've been using it for at least a year and am sure that it is non-comedogenic.

[snsdgirl14]

I recommend La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF 60. It's very lightweight, offers GREAT protection, and doesn't clog pores.