From: bjz@sei.cmu.edu (Barbara Zayas)
Subject: Followup: Sunscreens
Organization: Software Eng. Inst.;Carnegie-Mellon U.; Pittsburgh, PA 15213   _USA_
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 1992 15:53:37 GMT


Here's a compilation of the responses that I received (via
mail) to my query about sunscreens.  This response does NOT
include the info provided from other bboard posts (for
obvious reasons).

Thanks to everyone who replied!



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Date:    Tue, 21 Jul 92 01:17:58 EDT
Hi again!  A couple of weeks ago, I looked for something to use at the
beach and ended up getting a Bain de Soleil Sport for $9 (but it was a
7 oz. bottle ... 3-4 oz. sell for $7!).  

However, I also saw Coppertone Sport selling 4 oz. for $4 (reg. $6) on
sale at a local pharmacy.  It seemed to be less slimy than standard
Coppertone.



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Date:    Tue, 21 Jul 92 09:04:44 EDT
I get a brand of sunscreen at Rite-Aid called Fruit of the Earth. It's
inexpensive, & a lot less greasy than Coppertone or (YUCK!) Pre-Sun (the
greasiest sunscreen I've ever used). It's still a little oily, but not
nearly as much as the other brands. The Clinque stuff IS expensive. A
few years ago, I remember seeing an alcohol-based Sea & Ski sunscreen
that reminds me of the Clinque type. That kind of stuff is good for
putting on your scalp. I'm almost out of Fruit of the Earth. Gotta hit
Rite-Aid.



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Date:    Tue, 21 Jul 92 12:57:12 MDT
Try one by Vaseline intensize care - it's a water resistent sport sunblock.
It's not greasy, but not alcohol-based.

Also, Shade is nice, but more expensive.


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Date:    Wed, 22 Jul 92 09:14:16 EDT
I dont know which Coppertone products you have tried, but
"Coppertone Sport" has worked quite well for me.  I have
red hair and fair skin so I burn easily and use sunblock
alot since I play outdoor sports often.  Copertone Sport
is new this summer.  It comes in a dark blue tube and is
both water proof and sweat proof.  Thus it will not run
into your eyes (this was a big problem for me). I dont 
think it is slimy but as well at it works and stays out
of my eyes I dont think I would care.


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Date:    Tue, 21 Jul 92 12:55:17 -1000
Hi!
Try "Shade" sunscreen.  It's a non-greasy, alcohol-based
sunscreen.  Great for people like me who have oily skin.


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Date:    Thu, 23 Jul 92 12:45:12 EDT
     Hi there, Barbara.
     Regarding sunscreens, the ones that I use now and like are the
"Dry Lotion" or "Sport" sunscreens.  I have seen them by both
Coppertone and Bain de Solei.

     These lotions dry after you apply them and don't leave that
greasy/painted feeling to your skin.  They seem to last pretty well
and are water AND sweat resistant (I think the labels may say
'proof' instead of 'resistant').  They don't run/drip on your skin
after they dry and they don't feel greasy.  Did I mention that they
don't feel greasy? :-} :-}

     I use these lotions whenever I need a sunscreen now.  Just put
it on before leaving the house and don't worry about it for the rest
of the day (really!!).  I don't even buy anything else now.


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Date:    Thu, 23 Jul 92 11:34:09 PDT
Bacause of a skin condition I have, I have tried a lot of sunscreens.  The 
one I prefer now is Shade No. 25 oil-free gel.  It is distributed by 
Schering-Plough Healthcare Products, Inc., Memphis, Tenn. 38151-0001.  It is 
clear and odorless and it seems to effective.  Its main drawback is that is 
not water-proof so it should be applied more often if you plan to be out 
more than an hour or so.  Also, it is not cheap.  Around here it costs about 
$7.00/4 oz. bottle.   Another one that I use that is water-proof, but is not 
clear is SolBar PF, No. 50., made by Person & Covey, Inc, of Glendale, CA 91201.
Hope this helps.


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Date:    Wed, 22 Jul 92 14:50:45 MDT
My face breaks out very easily but I can use Neutrogena Moisture
(SPF-15) without any problem.  It's my normal moisturizer so I have it
on all of the time.  It's a little expensive but lasts a long time
since I only use it on my face.

I like slimy ol' Coppertone (SPF-45) for the rest of my exposed parts.

I'm not sure if this will help you or not.





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Date:    Thu, 23 Jul 92 18:29:43 PDT
hi,

i've been using sunscreen everyday for the last 10 years and i've tried them all.
i think clinique is the best. if it's for your skin and health, i think
it's worth the money. there used to also be a bain du
soleil spf 25 that was very good, but i haven't seen it lately. the bain du
soleil spf 30 is greasy like  all the rest. please let me know if you find
another good one.