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Jasmine,
Some sunscreens can feel a little grea...

2008-07-28T15:25:00.000-04:00

Jasmine,
Some sunscreens can feel a little greasy or can leave the skin feeling weighed down. If you have blemishes and are affraid of how sunscreen will feel on your face (or worse, that by applying SPF you will seemingly get more breakouts) then don't fear! There are tons of products out there that are great for poeple with oily and/or blemish prone skin.
Cosmedicine Medi-matte oil control lotion SPF20 is great at reducing shine while protecting your skin.
DDF Ultralite Moisturizing Dew SPF 15 is a great light weight hydrator that won't clog your pores.
Dermadoctor makes a great SPF that contains willow bark (a clarifying agent) it is called Ain't Misbehavin' Skin Clarifying & Mattifying Sunscreen SPF 30.
Stay clear and protected!
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Kerry D,
If your mom has already been diagnosed...

2008-07-28T15:11:00.000-04:00

Kerry D,
If your mom has already been diagnosed TWICE with malignant melanoma, then maybe you should take that as a warning and stay out of the sun!?!
If you are going to be outside during the hours of 10am to 4pm (when the sun is at its strongest), wear a hat and stay in the shade (and keep reapplying the SPF).
It doesn't sound like your skin has the ability to "tan". People with fair skin and hair are sometimes prone to a hereditary melanin deficiency which triggers skin to react when exposed to UV-B light, causing the skin to "freckle".
However, turning "pink" is an idication that you are burning your skin.
You don't have to be pasty though. If you really like a tanned look, try some of the new and improved self tanning products out there. They can give you the feeling of having a bronzed glow without the dangerous side effects.
My personal faves are Clarins Instant Self Tanning Gel and the new Mystic Tan products.
Have fun and stay safe this summer!
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Brittany,
It is always a good idea to reapply ...

2008-07-28T14:38:00.000-04:00

Brittany,
It is always a good idea to reapply sunscreen throughout the day (whether you are outside or not). After several hours, your spf can loose its efficacy. My advice is to apply a powder throughout the day(such as the Peter Thomas Roth Instant Mineral SPF 30). You can even touch up with a powder foundation that contains SPF 15 (such as bare escentuals id bare minerals foundation).
Hope that helps!
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Wow... I am so pleased to see that so many people...

2008-07-24T13:14:00.000-04:00

Wow... I am so pleased to see that so many people are as passionate about sunscreen as I am!! Remember... it is never too late to start!
I will respond to the questions from this first entry in an upcoming post. Stay tuned....
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Adrienne has the most beautiful skin I have ever s...

2008-07-24T12:44:00.000-04:00

Adrienne has the most beautiful skin I have ever seen! (Several of her close friends are right behind!) I can't wait to see what else she recommends! I have already tried a couple of the products listed here and with my sensitive skin I know I will be trying the couple that I haven't!
Thanks, Adrienne, for starting this much needed blog!!

What sunscreen would you recommend for the face to...

2008-07-24T07:25:00.000-04:00

What sunscreen would you recommend for the face to prevent breakouts?

I've heard so much good stuff about Fresh Sugar Li...

2008-07-24T01:45:00.000-04:00

I've heard so much good stuff about Fresh Sugar Lip treatment SPF 15, I'm going to have to add it to my next order. I really like the Fresh Sugar lip glosses.

I am 31 years old and until recently (the last few...

2008-07-23T20:33:00.000-04:00

I am 31 years old and until recently (the last few years) I did not even wear sunscreen. I know, I know...but then Adrienne came along and well, that changed. I am addicted to Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15. I also love Bliss Sunban Lotion - Face. Its oil-free, SPF 30+ sunscreen for your face and neck. It smells good too!

I have tried several moisturizers with SPF but the...

2008-07-23T20:16:00.000-04:00

I have tried several moisturizers with SPF but they never feel as if they penetrate. Maybe I'll try the PTR with SPF30 and see how that works! Thanks for the recommendation, Adrienne!

Adrienne -
I use SPF daily and even break out ...

2008-07-23T20:15:00.000-04:00

Adrienne -
I use SPF daily and even break out the big guns when at the pool. However, I still freckle. It seems my pale skin just becomes polka-dotted with no color. Can this be? And if so, how to prevent?
p.s. - Thanks for bringing SPF back in fashion. Mum had malig melanoma 2x already. I cannot stress the importance of protection.
Love - 'Pasty & Proud' in NY

I use a SPF 30 moisturizer every day, and don't pu...

2008-07-23T19:52:00.000-04:00

I use a SPF 30 moisturizer every day, and don't put any additional sunscreen on my face as the day goes on. Am i getting enough protection?

Adrienne Davis is truly a skin care guru.

2008-07-23T18:56:00.000-04:00
Adrienne Davis is truly a skin care guru.

I am 30 years old, have a very fair complexion, and recently had been experiencing oily skin. I also am in the sun daily.

Adrienne recommended I try Cosmedicine Medi-Matte Oil Control Lotion SPF 20. I have been using it in the morning for the last 10 days and have noticed a huge difference. I am not oily/shiny come lunchtime.

Thanks Adrienne, you are amazing!!!