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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => How To Protect Your Bald Head => Topic started by: kenny57028 on June 03, 2010, 01:06:32 PM

Title: Special Sunblock?
Post by: kenny57028 on June 03, 2010, 01:06:32 PM
Is there a special sunblock you need to use with your shaved head? I'm using this Oil-Free Shampoo I found in the closet. Is this good or is there somthing else you need as to not mess with your hair.
Title: Re: Special Sunblock?
Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on June 03, 2010, 03:19:47 PM
My current brand of sunscreen is Neutrogena's Age Shield Face sunblock, spf 90+.  It blocks both UVA & UVB rays--any one you chose should provide the dual protection at a minimum without considering the stated spf factor.  It's non-greasy and thus far, not even the hint of a rosy dome, much less "burned." 
Title: Re: Special Sunblock?
Post by: ozzie on June 03, 2010, 06:01:19 PM
My current brand of sunscreen is Neutrogena's Age Shield Face sunblock, spf 90+.  It blocks both UVA & UVB rays--any one you chose should provide the dual protection at a minimum without considering the stated spf factor.  It's non-greasy and thus far, not even the hint of a rosy dome, much less "burned." 


Thanks for reminding me. I saw a previous post of yours re this product. I must try it.
Title: Re: Special Sunblock?
Post by: Gambrinus on June 04, 2010, 06:28:59 PM
The wife got some banana boat spray that you don't have to rub in.  I usually just spray that on because it's easy. It's like SPF50.  Look up SPF ratings sometime.  There is little difference between 30 and 100.  Anything over 30 (which blocks 97% of the UV rays) is over kill.
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/features/high-spf-sunscreens-are-they-better (http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/features/high-spf-sunscreens-are-they-better)
Title: Re: Special Sunblock?
Post by: omegapd on June 04, 2010, 06:32:21 PM
I go for anything that doesn't clog pores. I'm prone to getting red bumps and other things and that helps me out tremendously. Right now, I'm using a Coppertone Lotion with SPF 30 or an Aveeno lotion with SPF 15 and they work super for me.
Title: Re: Special Sunblock?
Post by: Gambrinus on June 04, 2010, 06:32:52 PM
Now that I read that the one Saintc recommended does the UVB also, I might have to look into it.  Guess it pays to read sometimes  :px