SUN TAN LOTION

[sasha]

Ok guys what is the best sun tan lotion out there. Tried the search but for some reason i couldnt find anything.. I know something was posted about it before... If possible something that is not oily or smelly... The highest SPF possible..

Thanks

[FARRIER]

Headhunter is great stuff. not the best on your skin but works great at repelling el cancer himself. Doesn't sweat or run into your eyes. And its good for a few hours.

[Flyfisher70]

The sunscreen I like using is Copertone Sport spf 50, it works great.

[Mtobolsky]

nothing beats johnson and johnson baby oil for getting a deep rich tan.....keeps your skin smoth and soft also........i love it for when i head out to blacks beach for a tan line free golden bod.....


now for keeping the burn away, i just bought some spray from big lots for $4 usually $10 banana boat sport..spf 85. you obviously dont get as much as if you get the bottle of goo but it is not greassy and the application is very easy which i like out on the water. no matter what spf you get you still need to reapply every few hours.

[wiredantz]

netrogena from costco spf 70

[YakMedic]

+1 for headhunter, or sunblock designed for women is usually less oily (Prevents acne)

[Aaron&Julie]

Originally Posted by wiredantz

netrogena from costco spf 70

Agree with this. The full name we use is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 70 with Helioplex(Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB). Julie uses it everywhere she needs it, I only use it on my face, as I go for the cheaper Coppertone Water Babies SPF 50 everywhere else. No oiliness about the Neutrogena with a slight pleasant smell about it.
The Coppertone brand version isn't that bad when it comes smell/oiliness, but I'd much rather have the Neutrogena for the face.

[Whizz Bang]

Originally Posted by Mtobolsky

now for keeping the burn away, i just bought some spray from big lots for $4 usually $10 banana boat sport..spf 85. you obviously dont get as much as if you get the bottle of goo but it is not greassy and the application is very easy which i like out on the water. no matter what spf you get you still need to reapply every few hours.

X2

[bus kid]

Originally Posted by Flyfisher70

The sunscreen I like using is Copertone Sport spf 50, it works great.

X2. I know cause I paddle naked.

[taggermike]

I have red headed daughters so sun screen is big deal in our family. I use their sun screen cause it's in my car but I have had good success with their No Add kids 50spf. I like the kids stuff becasue it's generally kind on the skin and eyes. I also wear long sleaves and pants, hat, sun glasses, and often in the summer a ninja type face and neck cover. Clothes can be hotter but they work and you don't have to remember to reaply. Mike

[cabojohn]

I don't tan on the yak often, but when I do I prefer using Uni Butter...
Taste great plus fish love it too.

[RedSledTeam]

What I use has been mentioned, but I wanted to rely this important piece of information: Make sure that your sunscreen is within the expiration date! I've seen folks slather some 3-4 yr old sunscreen lotion on thinking that they will be protected from the sun, and find out at the end of the day with their new "lobster glow" tan that the sunscreen did not work. Adding a few extra years to your largest organ in your body is not a good way to learn to check your expiration dates. Be safe - "Be prepared" .

[Jimmyz123]

I personally like the Blue Lizard stuff that you see on the Bill Dance show. It works. If you cannot find that Aloe Gator has been one that I use and have used through my surfing days and into now(25 years). It stays on for up to 8 hours. I did not use it this weekend and used some spray on Banana boat SPF 50 baby sunscreen. I got fried. Brand new bottle, and still I get fried. Make sure you are using stuff that is good. I use to like Bullfrog until they went big and started skimping on the quality of the product.

[Caballito]

Having had the distinct pleasure of undergoing skin cancer surgery on my nose, best stuff to block contains a "mechanical block" in it. Thare are two which I know of...Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide...

[Hunters Pa]

Banana boat, kid's formula



A big hat



long sleeve shirt & paddle pants


I don't tan. I go

Pale

Pink

Peel

[sasha]

Thanks guys im going to start checking them out before my next time on the water.. SPF 85 sound good. Is there anything else i should be looking for in the sun tan lotion besides Zinc oxide and Titanium dioxide... Mind you im one of those guys that rarely burn. Beeing on the water with the added refliction i got hit dame good.. part of it was my fault. I took a bandana to use under my hat to cover my neck and ears but forgot to put it on... live and learn i say..

[dorado50]

As with any "medicine" it is best to check with your doctor before using any such products. You may have an interaction with any of the above stated products.Like it says on tv, always check with a doctor before use. Good luck with your choice I know its a hard decision sometimes.

[JPSURF]

Originally Posted by Caballito

Having had the distinct pleasure of undergoing skin cancer surgery on my nose, best stuff to block contains a "mechanical block" in it. Thare are two which I know of...Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide...

Second this after visiting the Dr. for pre skin cancer.

I use Solbar Zinc SPF38.

JP

[T-Rex]

Originally Posted by JPSURF

Second this after visiting the Dr. for pre skin cancer.

I use Solbar Zinc SPF38.

JP

X2 for the Solbar Zinc. It's what my dermotologist gave me after zapping me with the liquid nitrogen.

As Caballito said, the best sunscreens have mechanical blocks Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Dioxide. Avobenzone aka Parsol 1789 is also a good UVA/UVB block but doesn't seem to protect as long as stuff with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

[flydigital]

Originally Posted by Jimmyz123

I personally like the Blue Lizard stuff that you see on the Bill Dance show. It works. If you cannot find that Aloe Gator has been one that I use and have used through my surfing days and into now(25 years). It stays on for up to 8 hours. I did not use it this weekend and used some spray on Banana boat SPF 50 baby sunscreen. I got fried. Brand new bottle, and still I get fried. Make sure you are using stuff that is good. I use to like Bullfrog until they went big and started skimping on the quality of the product.

I still use the bullfrog or aloe gator, whatever I can find... they both work great for me, I only apply once (liberally) around 8am and it lasts me all day. I tried blue lizard I think that is the white elmer's glue looking stuff, it works good but I prefer the clear aloe-based.

I always dress for sun protection too.. my face/ears/neck are all that gets the sunscreen. Waders FTW.