Summer Skin Care: Aveeno Sun Care Products
My vacation is over, my out of town guests are all gone. It feels a bit like the day after Christmas….. but happily, they will return for a family reunion at the end of the month. Hurray!
While the kids were here, we worked our way through the Aveeno SPFs*. We tried formulas for the face and formulas for the body including; Positively Ageless Sunblock SPF 90, 70, and 55, plus Aveeno Continuous Protection Sunblock Lotion SPF 100, 85, 70, and 55.
The Positively Ageless formula contains EnviroBlock which is a triple defense technology that combines antioxidants with broad-spectrum photostable UVA and UVB protection. It works to fight the signs of aging, while also protecting your skin from further damage from the sun.
The Continuous Protection formula contains Active Photobarrier Complex. The broad-spectrum photostable UVA and UVB protection is formulated to last longer than traditional sunscreens. It contains both Avobenzone and Oxybenzone. If you have issues with oily skin or breakouts, look for those two ingredients and skip the formulas that contain titanium dioxide.
I like the Aveeno products. In fact, over the past couple of years I’ve tried a lot of Aveeno products and I’ve never met one that I did not really respect and feel comfortable recommending. (I’ve been hooked on the hair products since reviewing them, too).
The kids did not complain when I applied the products. The cream didn’t feel overly thick and uncomfortable on the face. No one broke out. The products work well to avoid sunburn. I was careful to put on a good, healthy dose (1 ounce for the body, 1 Tablespoon for the face), but I didn’t notice the higher SPFs working differently from my usual SPF 30. We’d spend an hour or two at the pool or creek and still come home with a little pink on the shoulders and chin. The higher number didn’t translate to more protection with regular consumer-type use.
The only truly safe sun protection is no sun, but no sun tends to lead to a boring Summer. The important thing to remember when using sunscreen is to apply enough product and to reapply frequently, especially after swimming. Wear a hat, try to avoid the time of day when the sun is strongest, and limit the time you stay in the direct sunlight.
To learn more about the Aveeno Sun Care Products, click here. I still have a few more sun care products to review, so stay tuned for more information. And always wear your SPF!!
I also tried the new Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Liquid Daily Sunblock. Good stuff.
*All products were furnished to me for review.
Image credit: Aveeno.com
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