Sunblock/Suncreen and all SPF-related discussion
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do u know tt sunblock/sunscreen is very impt (even w/o makeup)?
helps in anti-aging as harmful UV rays will damage our collagen fibers, which will make our skin "age" faster......Q. Whats the Difference Between a Sunscreen and a Sunblock?
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Sunscreens are the most popular at the moment. Available in creams, lotions and gels, they contain chemicals that absorb UV rays. They are also inconspicous on the skin. The chemicals that are most often found in sunscreens include PABA, Benzophenones, Cinnamates, Salicylates,
Sunblocks instead of absorbing UV rays, reflect them. At one time sunblocks could be spotted by the opaque white film, but new technology has created sunblocks with particles so tiny, that the opaque film in no longer noticeable. Chemicals most common in sunblocks include Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
What's an SPF?
Sunblocks and sunscreens are rated with SPF numbers. SPF refers to the "Sun Protection Factor" for UVB rays only. A sunscreen with a SPF of 15 will delay sunburn from occurring for 15 times (in minutes) longer than normal if using no protection at all. For example, if it takes someone 20 minutes to sunburn and they applied a sunscreen with an SPF of 15, they would be able to remain in the sun for 300 minutes (15x20). SPF's are rated typically from 1 to 60, although there are some products with an even higher rating. While most suggest an SPF of 15 for everyday use, the activity, time of day, time of year, and the duration should all be considered.
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so is it better to use sunblock or sunscreen? i tan easily =( ytd was out walking under the hot sun and now im partly tanned. so wondering block or screen better?
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both are about the same
up to ur own preference
more impt is the right amt of SPF
personally, i use sunscreen on face (cum makeup base) and sunblock on body -
but if u sweat and use either tissue or oil control paper wont it be wipe off? then have to redo everything in public toilet? coz i more prone to sweating. scare later face more oily and sweating and patches of concealer seen.
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im using this
sunscreen cum makeup base
does not feel greasy or sticky
available in watsons, sasafor other types, u can visit www.sunkiller.com.sg
next im going to buy the kids one
cos it's totally alcohol-free -
make up base?
i thot it is moisturiser with SPF?
TBS got the white range SPF 25 $42.90
then got Vit E/jojoba/seaweed also got their SPF 15 but all cheaper and diff pricesguys can use?
which one better?
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men one can go What He Wants at the cathay to check out the men's range
www.whathewants.com.sg
i dun relli trust TBS for suncare pdts
not their 强项
guys oso can use sunkiller, sunplay products
get those without tinted
cheaper and easily get from drugstores -
fireice slping at night wif spf in it is ok right?
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wat do u mean??
sleep with sunblock??
for wat? -
Originally posted by FireIce:
wat do u mean??
sleep with sunblock??
for wat?
eg at night nvr wash face and go sleep -
sunscreen/sunblock oredi will make u tend to have clogged pores (毛å”阻塞)
imagine if it stays on ur face overnight -
wah so ma fan
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all make-up shd be removed thoroughly
sunscreen/sunblock and concealer tends to be difficult to remove or cannot be removed totally
so it's better to double cleanse.... such as using 1 cleansing oil 1 cleanser or 1 foaming cleanser 1 gel/milk cleanser -
sun screen is MAKE-UP mehhhh???
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anything u put on ur skin (other than skincare), better to remove thoroughly
common sense. -
the sunscreen or block im talking abt is u know olay and garnier got spf 15 but they also at the same time whitens and moisture so isit ok?
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if u want a whitening moisturiser, pls use a separate face/body moisturiser
sunscreen shd oni be for day usage only
it's called sunscreen for an obvious reason -
omg...tat means i am damaging my skin for half a year already! the garnier n olay face moisturiser said it whiten and protect moisturizing cream spf 15.. never put sunscreen so is it safe?
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In the past, PABA has been widely used as a UV filter in sunscreen formulations. However, it has been determined that it increases the formation of a particular DNA defect in human cells, thus increasing the risk of skin cancer.[2] Currently, safer and more effective derivatives of PABA, such as octyl dimethyl PABA, are more commonly used.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Para-Aminobenzoic_acid
Environmental + Health News also reports that Oxford University scientist John Knowland shows that PABA* seemed to damage DNA, thus increasing the risk of skin cancer. He recommends using non-PABA products.
http://www.natural-health-information-centre.com/paba-oxybenzone.html
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SPF means it has sunscreen effects.
see first post on wat SPF means. -
omg damn i have been damging my pimple scar is still there n turn red in colour. thanks for putting up this topic!
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went to watsons to find sunkiller clear water but it's soldout. (cos now got 20% off)
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Originally posted by FireIce:
went to watsons to find sunkiller clear water but it's soldout. (cos now got 20% off)
a few weeks oredi
i told u wat u neber go and buy straight awayjust now i showed my sister
but she neber buy
becos she said she still got 1 big bottle (dunno for body 1 she also use for face or what man tsk)
PP watsons got a lot of stock
1 whole range 排美美 there -
me no hurry
still have
i waiting to find time go ppl's park
one trip sweep a few skincare stuff -
bump ah