I have to be honest, although I know how important sunscreen is, I do try to use products that include it, but I have such a hard time using a sunscreen on its own. I have super sensitive skin and most chemical sunscreens just don’t work well with my skin. Now that I have a little girl and I am in the forties club, it’s time to try and find a suitable sunscreen for both of us. Her skin is far more fair than mine, so I can’t get away with leaving her unprotected, not to mention that she is a toddler and needs protection regardless of her skin type.
First thing I learned was that the best sunscreens are the ones that you have to reapply. Although it would be much more convenient to apply it in the morning and forget about it, that is the recommendation by dermatologists.

There are three major things to look for in a sunscreen. -broad-spectrum protection
-SPF 30 or higher
-Water resistant

So is higher SPF better? Not necessarily. The best way to ensure that you have the most protection is reapplying every two hours. For kids, look for a sunscreen with either zinc oxide or titanium oxide in it.
There are so many different types of creams, gel sticks and sprays.
For the face opt for a cream and a stick for around the eye area. Gels and sprays can be used for the body but there is a risk of inhalation with sprays and should never be used near the face.

Article Written by Aline Agopian