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OSU study: After two hours, sunscreen that includes zinc oxide loses effectiveness, becomes toxic

When out in the sun all day paddling a canoe, I get reflected light from the water as well as the direct light. If I didn’t use sun block, I would have to wear long pants, long sleeves, gloves and shoes. Way too hot! I’ll take the chemicals, please.
I imagined the same recently. But I think it would better be a covid suit with a cooling system blowing through. 😆

By the way there's this expression "paddling the pink canoe" that reminded me of 🤭
 
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I hate the feeling of sticky heavy stuff on my skin. I never go to the beach and only need protection from the sun while walking around outside. So, I use a SPF treated, big umbrella made by Coolibar
I have to admit, I tried an umbrella and it kept me in the shade and cool, I was looking from under my shade at the sweaty people and realized it's definitely an improvement. But yknow those hover umbrellas, maybe one day someone will design a live cumulus which can spray you, hydrate you and also keep shade aaall while floating without needing a stick. The future is cloudy.
 
Today l put on my bright pink sun protection approved jacket, and l felt happy, but l have to start wearing sunglasses regularly.
 
I believe this is blown way out of proportion.

By contrast, most sunscreen is made with oxybenzone and other terrible chemicals that are absorbed by our bodies.

Zinc oxide is gentle and natural, by comparison. It is used as diaper rash ointment for babies. It soothes and heals the skin.

And, if used as a sunscreen, it creates a barrier that most ultraviolet radiation cannot penetrate.

I have pale, delicate skin. I am allergic to most sunscreens and personal care products. They are too harsh for my skin. Causing rashes. But zinc oxide is natural and safe. Safe enough for newborn babies.

Zinc oxide sunblock disappears into the skin, moisturizing and protecting it all day.

I have almost no melanin, other than freckles, and the lightest tan. I burn very easily. And Zinc Oxide provides wonderful protection.

I would look into who funded this research. Because most other research says something very different. Plus, nearly every mother on earth for at least the past century has trusted zinc oxide to protect baby's sensitive skin.

Alba Botanica makes a beautiful, gentle mineral sunscreen with an SPF of 50 plus. They have a fragrance free option. But I really like the coconut scented one.

Trader Joes sells an affordable mineral sunscreen as well. It is fragrance free. I buy this most often.
From what I read in the article there is a chemical reaction happening at UV exposure and supposedly the diaper powders or products weren't typically exposed to UV radiation in their intended use.

But also there was surprise amongst the specialists about how little these products were actually tested in regards to UV exposure and are massively used.

Fda currently considers zinc oxide and the other oxide formula the only safe ones. So much like you guys said nothing is good but I guess there are plenty alternatives but that maybe don't know if it's effective enough because one of my sunscreens contain nothing the fda listed as active ingredients for sunscreen.

And still there are oils that are used as sunscreen in daily face products like day creams. But then again oil can enhance tan as well or burn if applied on wounds or affected skin before sun exposure.

Then I read that not all natural stuff is good, some is toxic, carcinogenic and some chems are safe and mild.
 
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Oh. I use zinc oxide cream as a healing barrier for my skincare at night. Should I…not be doing that? Or is it ok because I’m indoors wearing it, and I wash it off in the morning?
That's a great question. They are saying it only reacts on UV rays exposure so no. Like it becomes a different product altogether due to the chemical reaction.

But still like the dosages they used who knows might be higher because they were going for results, but we do tend to use sunscreen regularly and need to apply plenty for protection.
 
"Edit: Everyone needs to protect their eyes from sun exposure. UV light causes cataracts and can cause eye cancer from over-exposure. I wear high quality sunglasses, especially critical when I'm driving."

- yes my ex's optic nerve was damaged from the sun, pretty creepy to be without sunglasses, and ever since I started wearing them
 
I was just looking at this replacement guide and amongst other goodies I found coconut oil's better alternative

https://www.glamour.com/story/skin-care-for-sensitive-skin
Coconut oil
Why you should swap it out: The popular moisturizer is loaded with fatty acids and antioxidants that help protect your complexion and hair, but for many skin types, it's actually not a great idea. “Coconut oil is considered a four on the zero-to-five comedogenicity scale, a list of pore-blocking ingredients graded from non-pore-blocking to incredibly pore-blocking,” says Engelman. This means unless you have severely dry skin and aren't prone to breakouts, it's better left off your face, otherwise it can make sensitive skin more inflamed.

What you should swap it with: Jojoba oil. Engelman says the oil alternative offers “maximum hydration," thanks to its ability to help retain moisture. “I prefer it as a replacement since it doesn't contain triglycerides and is helpful for people who are acne-prone,” she says.

How to use jojoba oil: Its structurally similar to our own sebum, which means most skin types will find it more compatible than other oils. Keep in mind, you still shouldn't apply too much. “I recommend using a couple drops at night before bed," says Engelman. "In the winter, apply it both in the morning and at night if you have dry skin."
 
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https://www.fda.gov/drugs/understan...der-and-proposed-order-over-counter-sunscreen
 

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