Is putting sunscreen on my face everyday reasonable?

[Zdeweilx]

I'm scared it might damage my skin in the long term.

 

[Alexanderr]

Not sure why you’d think it would damage your skin if you used it daily, unless it contains harmful ingredients.

 

[Zdeweilx]

Not sure why you’d think it would damage your skin if you used it daily, unless it contains harmful ingredients.

I think sunscreens do contain harmful ingredients thats my point

 

[ChaddeusPeuterschmit]

you'll get cancer from sunscreen and from the sun, may as well just get a tan

 

[Zdeweilx]

Uh

 

[Joyride]

Just don't wear it indoors or when you're staying at home but wear it all the time when you're out

 

[Zdeweilx]

Just don't wear it indoors or when you're staying at home but wear it all the time when you're out

Thats what I'm already doing

 

[Joyride]

Thats what I'm already doing

Then no, sunscreen shouldn't harm your skin as much. Also when you come home wash it off using facewash

 

[Zdeweilx]

Why should I wash it asap if its not harmful

 

[Joyride]

Why should I wash it asap if its not harmful

Because you just said that you're scared its harmful...

 

[Deleted member 685]

Dude you'll get skin cancer from the moon if you don't apply it at night

 

[benignice]

Why do you think it contains harmful ingredients?

 

[Zdeweilx]

Why do you think it contains harmful ingredients?

Was hoping you'd answer lol
Idk I've read a bunch of threads here as well as many articles stating sunscreen could fuck up one's skin in the long term.

 

[Joyride]

Was hoping you'd answer lol
Idk I've read a bunch of threads here as well as many articles stating sunscreen could fuck up one's skin in the long term.

Apply a layer of moisturizer before sunscreen so let of the sunscreen gets asborbed into your skin. If you're that scared, apply a very thin layer of aquaphor all across your face. That way..the sunscreen definitely won't touch your skin

 

[benignice]

Was hoping you'd answer lol
Idk I've read a bunch of threads here as well as many articles stating sunscreen could fuck up one's skin in the long term.

They're fine. There's a ton of scaremongering on here about organic UV filters (chemical sunscreens) but they're fine. If you're really that bothered, use inorganic UV filters instead.

 

[Zdeweilx]

Apply a layer of moisturizer before sunscreen so let of the sunscreen gets asborbed into your skin. If you're that scared, apply a very thin layer of aquaphor all across your face. That way..the sunscreen definitely won't touch your skin

Thanks, will do

They're fine. There's a ton of scaremongering on here about organic UV filters (chemical sunscreens) but they're fine. If you're really that bothered, use inorganic UV filters instead.

Thanks, where can I find inorganic UV filters? Google didnt yield any result

 

[MaxxedOut]

I'm scared it might damage my skin in the long term.

Use a mineral sunscreen, the mineral filters do not get absorbed they just sit on top of the skin. Chemical sunscreens penetrate the skin and get absorbed into the bloodstream. Opt for zinc or titanium dioxide SPF.

 

[Zdeweilx]

Use a mineral sunscreen, the mineral filters do not get absorbed they just sit on top of the skin. Chemical sunscreens penetrate the skin and get absorbed into the bloodstream. Opt for zinc or titanium dioxide SPF.

Thanks. Can you link me to one of those please, cant seem to find one?

 

[benignice]

Thanks, where can I find inorganic UV filters? Google didnt yield any result

They'll be listed as "mineral sunscreen". Zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

 

[Zdeweilx]

They'll be listed as "mineral sunscreen". Zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

Thanks you very much

 

[benignice]

Thanks you very much

Truly though, don't be scared of "chemical" sunscreens. They're not a problem.

 

[MaxxedOut]

Not sure what your skintone is because thats really important when picking a mineral sunscreen:

If you are a light skin tone:

Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Facial Moisturizer - SPF 30 - 2.3 fl oz

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Bare Republic Mineral Face Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 30 - 1.7 fl oz

Read reviews and buy Bare Republic Mineral Face Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 30 - 1.7 fl oz at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more.

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If you are tan to deep:

Unsun Cosmetics Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 30 - 1.7 fl oz

Read reviews and buy Unsun Cosmetics Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 30 - 1.7 fl oz at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more.

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