I’ve been using an essential oils blend that works but I know Dr. Dray does not advocate anything scented. I am curious about planting different plants in your yard or on your balcony/deck that would keep mosquitoes away? I think I read that catnip repels mosquitos and I know lavender does but many people are allergic to lavender scent and have asthma attacks from this scent.
I was on vacation and ran out of body sunscreen, so bought Equate waterproof spf 50 sport at Walmart. Omg what a find! For $4.88 for 8 oz it’s absolutely incredible. Absorbs pretty fast and doesn’t leave a white cast. I tried it on my face too and it didn’t pill under makeup.
I love the La Roche-Posey Water Cooling sunscreen. I actually prefer that over the Melt-in Milk formula. I'm a flight attendant, so I go from hot, humid environments to cool dry environments multiple times a day. I don't need any sticky layers on my skin. The Water Cooling sunscreen dries down so well that I will even put a light layer on my legs before I put my pantyhose on. I also use it on a daily basis when I'm running errands at home. It's my ride or die.
Yeah, I do love a non-oily chemical sunscreen on my body so it doesn't get all over my clothes like a mineral sunscreen. But mineral sunscreen is better for my face because I can use it on my eyelids and under eyes, without stinging my eyes. I'm resigned to using two products. 😎
I am really glad you talked about Bondi Sands, it gives me bit more confidence in using it. Please speak more about it and let's stop misinformation from spreading. Thank you Dr Dray
Me too! I bought it after she recommended it in a previous video. I love the bit of shine/glow that it gives to your skin without being sticky or transferring
I have loved Bondi Sands for the last two years. I use it on my face, too, and even though my skin is dry, this is hydrating, but not overly so, just a bit shiny. I want to mention I tried the Eucerin Mineral SPF 50 and even though it goes on like mud, it does eventually blend into my fair skin. But, even a double cleanse wouldn't remove it all from my face and it transfers to clothing. Not repurchasing. Thanks for your videos, Dr. Dray, and I hope everyone is having a great day!
@@Kate-q2z1v I was a red-head (now white haired), as fair skinned as they come, and I never burned once when wearing Bondi Sands for two summers so far now, face and body. Works for me!
I can’t tolerate most chemical sunscreens near my eyes, but I like to use the same sunscreen on my face and body if I’m going outside. The best solution I’ve come up with is to use a mineral sunscreen stick around my eyes. I like the Blue Lizard Baby stick for this. The Cetaphil one in the yellow package is good too.
I’m using La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Dermo Pediatrics hydrating milk on my body. It has an additional filter for long UVA rays, for sensitive skin, water resistant, fragrance free, and more cost effective then the rest of their sunscreen lines.
I saw that article mentioning Bondi Sands and I didn't want to believe it. Yes, I like some Lidl sunscreens for the body, they are ok. But I've been using Bondi Sands on my face for over 2 years now and it keeps my melasma in check like no other sunscreen I've tried. It works, it really does.
I have really dry skin, tinea versa color, and I spray tan. This sunscreen is amazing and the only thing I like that won't cause my tinea versa color marks to crack and look extra dry with spray tanner on it.
Being an Australian brand, Bondi-Sands had to go through two stages of testing and was required to meet the spf stated at the 4 hour mark for Australia to approve it for spf 50. Knowing they have some of the most rigorous testing for spf since they have some of the highest skin cancer rates I will need to see more independent testing before I stop using it.
Do you know if the sport one leaves a white cast on face? I'm trying to find a sunscreen for my son that has no white cast and great for face and body. He's going on a trip and doing lots of water activities. I'm so nervous because I won't be there to hover over him 😅😅😅 and he's a guy...and he's 18...😅😅😅
I live in the high desert of SW Utah and have been using Bondi Sands without any sunburn. It feels lightweight and comfortable on my skin, which is appreciated because of the high temperatures here and the need to wear very lightweight clothing. My husband uses it while playing golf and likes the Banana Boat Sport sunscreen, too.
I am using the Bullfrog sunscreen this week in Florida while on vacation per your recommendation:) it’s great. It does pill over body lotion but it still worked. Great protection as it’s hot as Hades here and I didn’t burn at all. Thanks so much:)))
Are you using it on face too? Is there a white cast? How long does it last before having to reapply? Getting ready for a trip with lots of water activity. I'm searching like a mad woman for the best one for face AND body, no white cast, and water resistant.
Which? in the UK is a huge not for profit organisation that runs tests on products. It is one of the most respected companies in the UK working as part of the Consumers' Association. If Which? has a negative opinion on Bondi Sands then this will be taken seriously in the UK.
My favorite body sunscreen is the Banana Boat Light as Air sunscreen. Very light, pleasant fragrance to hide the nasty chemical UV smell. Very light feel on skin.
As someone who used to absolutely hate using sunscreen and would refuse to wear it, I have finally found two sunscreens that I can tolerate and highly recommend to those who feel the same way. The two sunscreens are Bull Frog Quick Gel Sunscreen for the body, and Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen for the face. Give these a try and hopefully you'll enjoy them as much as I do, especially since wearing sunscreen is essential.
Bondi Sands is my number one a close second is Biore sunscreen. I have tried many but these are the best. Down with mosquitos. I'm with ya Dr. Dray. Enjoy your day.
I haven't heard you mention Altruist sunscreen from the UK in a long time. They also have a 1L pump bottle. I picked up a couple of tubes at Sainsbury's grocery store, but it looks like from their website they can ship just about anywhere now.
I find a few fragrances that I own seem to repel mosquitoes but this is anecdotal. Patchouli and Oud seem to be the active notes/ingredients in fragrance. Montale Lime Aoud and Black Oud are really effective insect repellents IMO.
Thank you, thank you thank you. I’ve been looking for a sunscreen to wear in the heat of Florida summertime, I’m pale, so I’m so glad that I found one that will protect me.
I used Bondi Sands sunscreen on my face and body about 2 weeks ago when I had to be out in the sun for several hours. Loved it. However one of my errands was to renew my passport which required a new photo. The girl taking the pictures said my face was to shiny I literally had to go into the washroom and remove ALL the sunscreen from my face. Then had to go back outside without any left on my face I wish there was a sunscreen that didn't make you so shiny. I have tried several.
I used to use the Bondi Sands and had the same issues, as well as eye stinging. I currently use the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Sunscreen (in the pale yellow tube) and find it much better, it's moisturising but leaves a very flattering velvety (not shiny or dewy) finish.
I’ve been enjoying the Bondi sands sunscreen you recommended. Works great! I recently tried the bullfrog sunscreen. I wanted to love it, but I got the opposite effect. It felt greasy & I smelled like an old medicine cabinet for over an hour even after washing my hands not citrus at all. Maybe I just got a bad batch.
Happy Wednesday Dr. Dray.. please do a mineral body sunscreen video. I love that chemical sunscreens are easy to wear on body but got bad rash recently after using the Aveeno and la Roche posay chemical sunscreens recently on body.. 😓
I use body sunscreen on exposed areas daily but I don't enjoy it at all. I have tried so many different ones and they are all sticky, they leave stains on clothes and furniture and they are really hard to wash off at the end of the day. I believe those are the main reasons why people don't use (or use too little of) spf.
The Aveeno sunscreen for me is greasy. I feel the same way in the winter time. I am in a really high temperature and really high humidity weather. I think it is different texture in northern countries. Thanks for Dr. dray's recommendations❣️
Eucerin advanced hydration +hyaluronic & humectant is wonderful. It is shiny but doesn't give too oily look and it doesn't give me watery eyes. It also gives a brightness and hydrated look on its own.
I'm still rolling with the 'Black Girls Sunscreen SPF 50 Kids'. Awesome on the face, as well as body. Start using the Sun Bum 50 on the body, this summer. Coconut smell, but tolerable.
Yay for Bondi Sands and La Roche Posay Anthelios sunscreens! I live in the high desert of SW Utah, and these products are lightweight and easy to wear in a sweltering climate. My husband likes the Banana Boat Sport. We are taking Anthelios SPF 100 on our upcoming beach vacation. As you recommended, I'm also using the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Cream Gel as my moisturizer because it is lightweight and very moisturizing. I also bought the Coolibar Swimwear and Hat.
Hi Dr. Dray! You've probably mentioned Target brand in previous videos - but just in case, I love the Target SPF 50 Sport Sunscreen lotion (compare to banana boat sport performance). I pretty much use it on the daily - I wear skirts/shorts a lot (live in SC and it's insanely hot right now) and it is a little greasy. But for the price I love it. It's not as greasy IMHO as the WM sport brand. I work in my yard a lot so need the inexpensive, easy to apply brand. I will used a thick mineral - like Australian gold on my face when working outside (with hat / glasses).
I just vacationed in Myrtle Beach, SC. I used two sunscreens from Dr Dray’s recommendations. Bondi Sands 50 and La roche milk 50. They performed beautifully. I was out in the Sun a lot! I followed directions and reapplied! I did not burn or get pink … which made my vacation so much more enjoyable! I personally liked the bondi sands better. Went on easy and smooth. Also my skin felt hydrated. Both for me are good choices.Thanks!
I’ve tried 2 of the shown body spfs. I have some kind of issue with both of them. The Aveeno is too heavy even for my dry/mature skin and the filters itch my skin in that formula. The LRP itched like crazy and for some reason burned my skin. Honestly, the one I’ve enjoyed for body is Banana Boat Airy Fit (I think that’s what it’s called.) I hope it never goes away! But I also rely on UPF clothing, stay out of the sun from 10-4-we’re getting higher UV indexes later now- as much as possible, wear UPF wide-brimmed hats/carry UPF umbrellas, sunglasses, long sleeves etc. I take sun protection extremely seriously because one parent has classic Fitzpatrick I skin, freckles, red hair and several BCC removed as does their siblings (one of their siblings has Squamous Cell Carcinoma w/“tentacles” on the nose tip). My other parent is no longer alive, but was in the military (USAF) and lived outside on tarmacs most of their life. Skin was swarthy and never burned/tanned easily (not sure of Fitzpatrick skin type), never wore SPF, but did use the aviator sunglasses and hats when possible. I take no chances, so I will keep looking for the best protection. My car has UV protective film on side windows and I’m trying to convince my living parent to put UV film on house windows (unsuccessfully.) Frustrating as all get out because they don’t have issues like I do w/ SPF but only occasionally wears it and not at home (the walls are all windows). Grrrrrrr. For those who think SPF/Sun protection measures are a joke, they’re NOT. Thank you Dr. Dray! 💜💜💜💜💜
I just picked up that La roche posay one and I haaaaaate it. I was so sad because I had really high hopes. It gives a terrible cast! And I get white lines at any face creases and on my neck, I don’t know why people like it. Expensive too.
I love that Aveeno sunscreen for my body, I don’t like it for my face. I have used it for a few years now, that and the Derma B one. My husband likes the Bullfrog one because it is a gel, he hates lotions.
I use Neutrogena ultra sheer body mist as I sit here by the beach by the pool sun bathing. It is fragrance free and for sensitive skin. I'm allergic to many sunscreens. The spray is easy to apply as I have limited mobility and cannot apply cream. Thanks Dr Dray
I use the Walgreens spf 110 and love it, it can burn the eyes but it’s good on the arms and neck if you don’t want to use it on the face and it’s a 3.4 fl oz bottle so it’s not bad and good price.
My must-have sunscreen is La Roche-Posay 100 SPF, for my face and body, however I have to use mineral sunscreen (Blue Lizard/Dr. V) on my neck as chemical sunscreens cause itching.
Please please tell us about non-mineral body sunscreens that do NOT contain either avobenzone or oxybenzone!! I can't be the only person who has a problem with these ingredients staining clothes and hair orange if I sweat one bit!!! Yes I have started ordering Korean and Japanese options on line, I just wish I could buy sunscreen in a US store
Trying verdio UV moisture gel spf 50+, “waterproof” for my body while running. It was easy to apply and comes with a pump.. but we’ll see how it performs in the Houston summer sun.
I got the bondi sands fragrance free to use while on pilgrimage to Mecca....it stayed up during the August middle east heat. I didn't mind the slightly sticky texture but it really protected my skin.
Bull frog quick gel does have a scent that does linger and smells like pool floats and the beach 🏖 not unpleasant but if you like plastic pool float smell 😊
I have really enjoyed The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy SPF 30 that came in the Sephora Sun Safety Kit this year. It is especially soothing on Tretinoin peeling days.
Can you suggest any body sunscreens that don't contain avobenzone or zinc oxide? I realize that pretty much eliminates all U.S. sunscreens, but I'm allergic to avobenzone and my super dry, impaired, eczema skin can't handle how drying zinc oxide is.
We are using the bullfrog sunscreen/bug spray combo. I had to order it directly from the manufacturer, it’s not sold anywhere near me. We are liking it, especially for working In the garden and playing on the playground. We don’t use in face though.
I used the Laroche Posay 100 a few years ago. Not sure if the formula is different now, but it felt very congesting on my face and made me feel I heated. I really wanted to like it, but eventually ditched it. Probably should have tried it on my body instead.
Defo get stingy eyes with the Bondi Sands one though. Not with their zinc version however, which I do prefer. The test result did kind of worry me to be honest. I thought it was BS at first but it did cast a shadow of a doubt and I hate that
I like Nivea Japan UV Super Water Gel (comes in a pump). It dries down so fast! But not water resistant I don’t think. I do like the banana boat light as air (lotion, haven’t tried spray) for another light, absorbent spf thats water resistant (80 min)
I love sunscreen videos. They are my favorite. However, despite having over 100 bottles of sunscreen. The majority of the ones I tried, ( I used them based on date) the only one that hasn’t cause me acne is the sunforgettable by color science. I don’t want to have to buy more because I have so many. I’m really frustrated.
I really appreciate the explanation of why a particular study or report may not be reliable. Thanks for helping us wade through the muck and the mire to get to the truth!
Totally agree about the greenwashing and fear- lingering that comes along with mineral sunscreen… but I break out into hives and rashes when I use traditional American chemical filters 😭 Do you know of any good mineral body sunscreens for someone with a weird immune system like mine?
Thanks so much for this video! Could you also include best ways to wash off this sunscreen? Is regular body wash an effective way to remove sunscreen on the body?
Placemarkers for the various products would be really appreciated as sometimes I like to go back and rewatch what you said about a particular product and hate to have to search through the video.
Something that I’m really struggling with is feeling like residue is still left behind on my skin. I double cleanse my face and body but there’s a “not my skin” feel no matter what I try. Any thoughts or suggestions?
Since trying Bondi Sands on your recommendation, it's become a favorite of mine. I also like Sun Bum. As always, I appreciate all the work you do to give us these reviews. Happy Wednesday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a lovely evening. 💜
I would love to know what you recommend for year round sunscreen or one for the months outside of summer. I start getting dry itchy skin in the fall, through the winter and into the spring and I'd like to use some lotion that is moisturizing but also provides protection if I'm out walking or watching the kids compete in sports or while doing yard work...etc.
What's a good sunscreen that's safe for ocean life? That's my main concern between chemical vs mineral sunscreen besides on whether or not the brand is cruelty free.
Hello Dr. Dray. I wonder if you know which ingredient is it that messes up the gel nail enamels. Is it the alcohol denaturate? THANK YOU for all your videos. They are so helpful for me and the melasma problems I have.❤
I hate using mineral sunscreens on my body but I find that I have to when I go anywhere where I need to reapply and don’t have access to soap and water. We go to the lake often and I found that after I reapply a chemical sunscreen to my body, if I don’t wash it off my hands, then it transfers to my face when I reapply my mineral sunscreen to my face. And then my eyes start stinging.
Dr Dray Which one is the best longest lasting (waterproof)for going to New Braunfels .. Schlitterbahn and the river , with no white cast, and great for face and body. My 18 year old going with friends for a week. I won't be there lol.
Would love Asian body sunscreen recs. The biggest bottles I’ve found are the Verdio. Recently tired the Sunplay spf 130 and it’s such a tiny bottle and expensive but was great on a super hot run. Anyone else found anything good?
I absolutely love Dr Dray's obsession with mosquitoes. It always makes my day because I share her disdain
they are obsessed with me, lol
I’ve been using an essential oils blend that works but I know Dr. Dray does not advocate anything scented. I am curious about planting different plants in your yard or on your balcony/deck that would keep mosquitoes away? I think I read that catnip repels mosquitos and I know lavender does but many people are allergic to lavender scent and have asthma attacks from this scent.
@@DrDrayzdaySame! They leave everyone else alone, but are always after me!!!!
I do wonder if they couldn’t be completely eliminated ? I sure wouldn’t miss them 😂
@@DrDrayzday and me too.
0:22 Coola SPF 50 Classic Body Sunscreen
1:24 BondiSands SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
6:07 Aveeno SPF 60 Protect + Hydrate
8:44 Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 50
9:30 Bull Frog SPF 50 Quick Gel
11:34 La Roche Posay SPF100 Anthelios
13:02 Eurecin Advanced Hydration SPF 50
Thank you ☺️
I was on vacation and ran out of body sunscreen, so bought Equate waterproof spf 50 sport at Walmart. Omg what a find! For $4.88 for 8 oz it’s absolutely incredible. Absorbs pretty fast and doesn’t leave a white cast. I tried it on my face too and it didn’t pill under makeup.
Same!
Yes, I use it too, works on my sentive rosacea skin. Curious on Dr Dray's opinion of it?
The equate baby spf is one of the best no fragrance and doesn’t burn eyes, but shhhh 🤫
I used to used that every day to work - arms, legs (while wearing skirts) and I found it just too greasy for me. But yes great price!!
I came here to say this exact thing! I love it, and the price is amazing. I’m going to use it all summer.
I love the La Roche-Posey Water Cooling sunscreen. I actually prefer that over the Melt-in Milk formula. I'm a flight attendant, so I go from hot, humid environments to cool dry environments multiple times a day. I don't need any sticky layers on my skin. The Water Cooling sunscreen dries down so well that I will even put a light layer on my legs before I put my pantyhose on. I also use it on a daily basis when I'm running errands at home. It's my ride or die.
Thank for for that recommendation! You sold me on ordering it
Yeah, I do love a non-oily chemical sunscreen on my body so it doesn't get all over my clothes like a mineral sunscreen. But mineral sunscreen is better for my face because I can use it on my eyelids and under eyes, without stinging my eyes. I'm resigned to using two products. 😎
Bondi Sands is made in Australia and we have one of the strictest guidelines for sunscreen in the world so I don’t believe it would fail a test.
I am really glad you talked about Bondi Sands, it gives me bit more confidence in using it.
Please speak more about it and let's stop misinformation from spreading.
Thank you Dr Dray
Banana boat light as air is really good. Lightweight and fragrance free. It dries down like almost to a powdery texture.
The Bondi-sands is my ride or die.
Me too! I bought it after she recommended it in a previous video. I love the bit of shine/glow that it gives to your skin without being sticky or transferring
Me too I like this brand and i don’t get any burning or stingy around the eyes which I have a hard finding a sunscreen I like
Mine too, in Australia it comes in a big pump bottle and is often on special
@@Kate-q2z1v she actually addresses that in the video if you haven't already watched it.
@@jazzychazjourneys yes. the moment any sunscreen burns my eyes, I toss it.
I have loved Bondi Sands for the last two years. I use it on my face, too, and even though my skin is dry, this is hydrating, but not overly so, just a bit shiny. I want to mention I tried the Eucerin Mineral SPF 50 and even though it goes on like mud, it does eventually blend into my fair skin. But, even a double cleanse wouldn't remove it all from my face and it transfers to clothing. Not repurchasing. Thanks for your videos, Dr. Dray, and I hope everyone is having a great day!
@@Kate-q2z1v I was a red-head (now white haired), as fair skinned as they come, and I never burned once when wearing Bondi Sands for two summers so far now, face and body. Works for me!
Your rant on mineral sunscreens (especially on the body) was very satisfying to listen to. Agree 100%, thank you for the vindication
I can’t tolerate most chemical sunscreens near my eyes, but I like to use the same sunscreen on my face and body if I’m going outside. The best solution I’ve come up with is to use a mineral sunscreen stick around my eyes. I like the Blue Lizard Baby stick for this. The Cetaphil one in the yellow package is good too.
I’m using La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Dermo Pediatrics hydrating milk on my body. It has an additional filter for long UVA rays, for sensitive skin, water resistant, fragrance free, and more cost effective then the rest of their sunscreen lines.
The banana boat light as air in the blue bottle has become my favorite but all the ones you mentioned I've used and loved. Thanks for an amazing video
I love that one! I use it on my face too. It’s great under makeup, non-greasy, smells nice, doesn’t sting my eyes, and is a good price!
I saw that article mentioning Bondi Sands and I didn't want to believe it. Yes, I like some Lidl sunscreens for the body, they are ok. But I've been using Bondi Sands on my face for over 2 years now and it keeps my melasma in check like no other sunscreen I've tried. It works, it really does.
Same here! I will continue using it till it’s discontinued. I love it and it prevent reoccurring melasma
I have really dry skin, tinea versa color, and I spray tan. This sunscreen is amazing and the only thing I like that won't cause my tinea versa color marks to crack and look extra dry with spray tanner on it.
Thanks for introducing me to Bondi Sands last year! Still my go to fave at any price, but love the great value. Use on my face as well.
Being an Australian brand, Bondi-Sands had to go through two stages of testing and was required to meet the spf stated at the 4 hour mark for Australia to approve it for spf 50. Knowing they have some of the most rigorous testing for spf since they have some of the highest skin cancer rates I will need to see more independent testing before I stop using it.
Do you know if the sport one leaves a white cast on face? I'm trying to find a sunscreen for my son that has no white cast and great for face and body. He's going on a trip and doing lots of water activities. I'm so nervous because I won't be there to hover over him 😅😅😅 and he's a guy...and he's 18...😅😅😅
I live in the high desert of SW Utah and have been using Bondi Sands without any sunburn. It feels lightweight and comfortable on my skin, which is appreciated because of the high temperatures here and the need to wear very lightweight clothing. My husband uses it while playing golf and likes the Banana Boat Sport sunscreen, too.
I personally go the cheap route for body spf.
Banana boat light as air is my go to body sunscreen. Very comfortable to wear.
I am using the Bullfrog sunscreen this week in Florida while on vacation per your recommendation:) it’s great. It does pill over body lotion but it still worked. Great protection as it’s hot as Hades here and I didn’t burn at all. Thanks so much:)))
Are you using it on face too? Is there a white cast? How long does it last before having to reapply? Getting ready for a trip with lots of water activity. I'm searching like a mad woman for the best one for face AND body, no white cast, and water resistant.
Which? in the UK is a huge not for profit organisation that runs tests on products. It is one of the most respected companies in the UK working as part of the Consumers' Association. If Which? has a negative opinion on Bondi Sands then this will be taken seriously in the UK.
Your skin is always flawless
She needs to do something about those teetj though
My favorite body sunscreen is the Banana Boat Light as Air sunscreen. Very light, pleasant fragrance to hide the nasty chemical UV smell. Very light feel on skin.
Great one, but hard to find where I live, gotta order online.
@@maurao6287try CVS. I just bought two of them there last week.
As someone who used to absolutely hate using sunscreen and would refuse to wear it, I have finally found two sunscreens that I can tolerate and highly recommend to those who feel the same way. The two sunscreens are Bull Frog Quick Gel Sunscreen for the body, and Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen for the face. Give these a try and hopefully you'll enjoy them as much as I do, especially since wearing sunscreen is essential.
Bondi Sands is my number one a close second is Biore sunscreen. I have tried many but these are the best. Down with mosquitos. I'm with ya Dr. Dray. Enjoy your day.
I haven't heard you mention Altruist sunscreen from the UK in a long time. They also have a 1L pump bottle. I picked up a couple of tubes at Sainsbury's grocery store, but it looks like from their website they can ship just about anywhere now.
I find a few fragrances that I own seem to repel mosquitoes but this is anecdotal. Patchouli and Oud seem to be the active notes/ingredients in fragrance. Montale Lime Aoud and Black Oud are really effective insect repellents IMO.
Could you do an updated video on UV protective clothing and recommended brands? Thank you! ❤️🙏🏼
Yes, great idea 👍
Yes please, I’m interested in those face sun visors - are they as good as they claim to be? Like the Bluestone one?
Thank you, thank you thank you. I’ve been looking for a sunscreen to wear in the heat of Florida summertime, I’m pale, so I’m so glad that I found one that will protect me.
We lived in the bullfrog sunscreen our entire Hawaii vacation! We loved it. Repurchasing for the rest of the summer ☀️ Thanks, Doctor Dray!
I used Bondi Sands sunscreen on my face and body about 2 weeks ago when I had to be out in the sun for several hours. Loved it. However one of my errands was to renew my passport which required a new photo. The girl taking the pictures said my face was to shiny I literally had to go into the washroom and remove ALL the sunscreen from my face. Then had to go back outside without any left on my face I wish there was a sunscreen that didn't make you so shiny. I have tried several.
These are not shiny:
-Australian Gold Botanical Tinted SPF 50 tinted face BB cream
-Sun Bum Mineral Tinted Face Lotion SPF 30
-Kroger Sunscreen Invisible Gel SPF 40
-Supergoop SPF 40 Unseen Sunscreen
-Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
-Black Girl Make It Matte SPF 45
I used to use the Bondi Sands and had the same issues, as well as eye stinging. I currently use the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Sunscreen (in the pale yellow tube) and find it much better, it's moisturising but leaves a very flattering velvety (not shiny or dewy) finish.
I’ve been enjoying the Bondi sands sunscreen you recommended. Works great!
I recently tried the bullfrog sunscreen. I wanted to love it, but I got the opposite effect. It felt greasy & I smelled like an old medicine cabinet for over an hour even after washing my hands not citrus at all. Maybe I just got a bad batch.
Happy Wednesday Dr. Dray.. please do a mineral body sunscreen video. I love that chemical sunscreens are easy to wear on body but got bad rash recently after using the Aveeno and la Roche posay chemical sunscreens recently on body.. 😓
I prefer chemical sunscreens, but they RUIN my light colored clothing, so I also need mineral options
In one of her body sunscreen videos, she mentions the Eucerin Sensitive mineral sunscreen.
I use body sunscreen on exposed areas daily but I don't enjoy it at all. I have tried so many different ones and they are all sticky, they leave stains on clothes and furniture and they are really hard to wash off at the end of the day. I believe those are the main reasons why people don't use (or use too little of) spf.
The Aveeno sunscreen for me is greasy. I feel the same way in the winter time. I am in a really high temperature and really high humidity weather. I think it is different texture in northern countries.
Thanks for Dr. dray's recommendations❣️
I LOVE the Aveeno SPF lotion on my body! It's very moisturizing, softening, and the fragrance goes away very quickly. Thank you for this, Dr. Dray!
Eucerin advanced hydration +hyaluronic & humectant is wonderful. It is shiny but doesn't give too oily look and it doesn't give me watery eyes. It also gives a brightness and hydrated look on its own.
I'm still rolling with the 'Black Girls Sunscreen SPF 50 Kids'. Awesome on the face, as well as body. Start using the Sun Bum 50 on the body, this summer. Coconut smell, but tolerable.
I love that Black Girl Sunscreen too. ❤
Yay for Bondi Sands and La Roche Posay Anthelios sunscreens! I live in the high desert of SW Utah, and these products are lightweight and easy to wear in a sweltering climate. My husband likes the Banana Boat Sport. We are taking Anthelios SPF 100 on our upcoming beach vacation. As you recommended, I'm also using the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Cream Gel as my moisturizer because it is lightweight and very moisturizing. I also bought the Coolibar Swimwear and Hat.
I would love to see the consistency of all these sunscreens, like you did for the bull frog. Please show more of that!
Hi Dr. Dray! You've probably mentioned Target brand in previous videos - but just in case, I love the Target SPF 50 Sport Sunscreen lotion (compare to banana boat sport performance). I pretty much use it on the daily - I wear skirts/shorts a lot (live in SC and it's insanely hot right now) and it is a little greasy. But for the price I love it. It's not as greasy IMHO as the WM sport brand.
I work in my yard a lot so need the inexpensive, easy to apply brand. I will used a thick mineral - like Australian gold on my face when working outside (with hat / glasses).
I just vacationed in Myrtle Beach, SC. I used two sunscreens from Dr Dray’s recommendations. Bondi Sands 50 and La roche milk 50. They performed beautifully. I was out in the Sun a lot! I followed directions and reapplied! I did not burn or get pink … which made my vacation so much more enjoyable!
I personally liked the bondi sands better. Went on easy and smooth. Also my skin felt hydrated. Both for me are good choices.Thanks!
I’ve tried 2 of the shown body spfs. I have some kind of issue with both of them. The Aveeno is too heavy even for my dry/mature skin and the filters itch my skin in that formula. The LRP itched like crazy and for some reason burned my skin. Honestly, the one I’ve enjoyed for body is Banana Boat Airy Fit (I think that’s what it’s called.) I hope it never goes away! But I also rely on UPF clothing, stay out of the sun from 10-4-we’re getting higher UV indexes later now- as much as possible, wear UPF wide-brimmed hats/carry UPF umbrellas, sunglasses, long sleeves etc. I take sun protection extremely seriously because one parent has classic Fitzpatrick I skin, freckles, red hair and several BCC removed as does their siblings (one of their siblings has Squamous Cell Carcinoma w/“tentacles” on the nose tip). My other parent is no longer alive, but was in the military (USAF) and lived outside on tarmacs most of their life. Skin was swarthy and never burned/tanned easily (not sure of Fitzpatrick skin type), never wore SPF, but did use the aviator sunglasses and hats when possible. I take no chances, so I will keep looking for the best protection. My car has UV protective film on side windows and I’m trying to convince my living parent to put UV film on house windows (unsuccessfully.) Frustrating as all get out because they don’t have issues like I do w/ SPF but only occasionally wears it and not at home (the walls are all windows). Grrrrrrr. For those who think SPF/Sun protection measures are a joke, they’re NOT. Thank you Dr. Dray! 💜💜💜💜💜
I’ve tried all of these and would have to say that I like the Banana Boat Light As Air more than any of these. Much more.
I just picked up that La roche posay one and I haaaaaate it. I was so sad because I had really high hopes. It gives a terrible cast! And I get white lines at any face creases and on my neck, I don’t know why people like it. Expensive too.
I love that Aveeno sunscreen for my body, I don’t like it for my face. I have used it for a few years now, that and the Derma B one. My husband likes the Bullfrog one because it is a gel, he hates lotions.
I use Neutrogena ultra sheer body mist as I sit here by the beach by the pool sun bathing. It is fragrance free and for sensitive skin. I'm allergic to many sunscreens. The spray is easy to apply as I have limited mobility and cannot apply cream. Thanks Dr Dray
I use the Walgreens spf 110 and love it, it can burn the eyes but it’s good on the arms and neck if you don’t want to use it on the face and it’s a 3.4 fl oz bottle so it’s not bad and good price.
My must-have sunscreen is La Roche-Posay 100 SPF, for my face and body, however I have to use mineral sunscreen (Blue Lizard/Dr. V) on my neck as chemical sunscreens cause itching.
I’ve been loving the sun bum spf for body in the pump bottle! 🧴 water resistant, not greasy, smells like coconut, and absorbs quickly.
When I have any kind of skincare concern, I check with Dr Dray first…. Definitely the GOAT derm! Thx for this, I really needed it!
I use Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch and I love it! 😊
Please please tell us about non-mineral body sunscreens that do NOT contain either avobenzone or oxybenzone!! I can't be the only person who has a problem with these ingredients staining clothes and hair orange if I sweat one bit!!!
Yes I have started ordering Korean and Japanese options on line, I just wish I could buy sunscreen in a US store
I was just talking about this yesterday with my hairdresser!
Trying verdio UV moisture gel spf 50+, “waterproof” for my body while running. It was easy to apply and comes with a pump.. but we’ll see how it performs in the Houston summer sun.
I use fragrance free sunscreen, hairspray & body lotion. Fragrance on me attracts bees.
I got the bondi sands fragrance free to use while on pilgrimage to Mecca....it stayed up during the August middle east heat. I didn't mind the slightly sticky texture but it really protected my skin.
Bull frog quick gel does have a scent that does linger and smells like pool floats and the beach 🏖 not unpleasant but if you like plastic pool float smell 😊
I have really enjoyed The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy SPF 30 that came in the Sephora Sun Safety Kit this year. It is especially soothing on Tretinoin peeling days.
Can you suggest any body sunscreens that don't contain avobenzone or zinc oxide? I realize that pretty much eliminates all U.S. sunscreens, but I'm allergic to avobenzone and my super dry, impaired, eczema skin can't handle how drying zinc oxide is.
I always go with fragrance free products!!
We are using the bullfrog sunscreen/bug spray combo. I had to order it directly from the manufacturer, it’s not sold anywhere near me. We are liking it, especially for working In the garden and playing on the playground. We don’t use in face though.
I’ve been buying Bondi Sands in bulk. Fabulous. I use it in lieu of moisturizer. $12
I used the Laroche Posay 100 a few years ago. Not sure if the formula is different now, but it felt very congesting on my face and made me feel I heated. I really wanted to like it, but eventually ditched it. Probably should have tried it on my body instead.
To me, fragrance of aveno sunscreen is very very strong. My husband uses it but I do not
I bought it last year after seeing rave reviews. Wow, the smell was awful, and it doesn't die down. Terrible waste of money!
I love the Eurcerin, very hydrating. I also found Panama Jack while in Florida and love that, another hydrating spf 50.
Defo get stingy eyes with the Bondi Sands one though. Not with their zinc version however, which I do prefer.
The test result did kind of worry me to be honest. I thought it was BS at first but it did cast a shadow of a doubt and I hate that
Love banana boat for the body! A classic and great formula
Alturist spf 50 is my favourite body sunscreen. For face alwaysssss Evy technology spf 50 Pa++++ kids version . ❤
I’m an EVY Kids 50 fan too! It’s the only sunscreen my face likes.
I like Nivea Japan UV Super Water Gel (comes in a pump). It dries down so fast! But not water resistant I don’t think.
I do like the banana boat light as air (lotion, haven’t tried spray) for another light, absorbent spf thats water resistant (80 min)
I love using Hawaiian Tropic to n my body. I love the smell!!
Me too 😊
I love sunscreen videos. They are my favorite. However, despite having over 100 bottles of sunscreen. The majority of the ones I tried, ( I used them based on date) the only one that hasn’t cause me acne is the sunforgettable by color science. I don’t want to have to buy more because I have so many. I’m really frustrated.
I hate that we have to buy entire bottles of sunscreen to try them out. I would really appreciate trial sizes. Sunscreens are SO expensive.
I live in the UK and found Bondi Sands sunscreen in a pump, and it made me so happy
Ooh where was that? I’m in the UK too and could do with a big pump bottle for the summer holidays. 2 weeks and counting! 😂
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Yes! I’ve been looking for body sunscreens with a high spf. This video is right on time 👏🏾
I really appreciate the explanation of why a particular study or report may not be reliable. Thanks for helping us wade through the muck and the mire to get to the truth!
Totally agree about the greenwashing and fear- lingering that comes along with mineral sunscreen… but I break out into hives and rashes when I use traditional American chemical filters 😭 Do you know of any good mineral body sunscreens for someone with a weird immune system like mine?
In one of her other body sunscreens video, she mentioned the Eucerin Sensitive mineral sunscreen. She did say it leaves a cast.
Thanks so much for this video! Could you also include best ways to wash off this sunscreen? Is regular body wash an effective way to remove sunscreen on the body?
I’d love to know this, too. At the beach I never feel clean after showing. It seems regular body soap just doesn’t cut through the sunscreen.
I might check Dr Dray's video, the best shower oils for hydrated skin.
Placemarkers for the various products would be really appreciated as sometimes I like to go back and rewatch what you said about a particular product and hate to have to search through the video.
Something that I’m really struggling with is feeling like residue is still left behind on my skin. I double cleanse my face and body but there’s a “not my skin” feel no matter what I try. Any thoughts or suggestions?
Please do a video on water resistant Korean/Asian/ European (chemical based) sunscreen. Thank you 🙏🏻😊
YES! Thank you for talking about the fear mongering about sunscreen.
Thanks for this and happy Wednesday everyone !
Same to you!
Since trying Bondi Sands on your recommendation, it's become a favorite of mine. I also like Sun Bum. As always, I appreciate all the work you do to give us these reviews. Happy Wednesday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a lovely evening. 💜
I love love love Sunbum too! I find if I'm at the pool or the beach, I can even use their spf50 on my face without breaking out.
Yes!! I've used both Bondi Sands and Sun Bum on my face with no issues. I have sensitive, oily skin and so many products break me out.
Hey doc, have you heard about the micro needling serum sold by Medicube? I’m interested in what you have to say about it!
I would love to know what you recommend for year round sunscreen or one for the months outside of summer. I start getting dry itchy skin in the fall, through the winter and into the spring and I'd like to use some lotion that is moisturizing but also provides protection if I'm out walking or watching the kids compete in sports or while doing yard work...etc.
Perfect timing!!! Was just wondering what to stock up on for our summer vacation with the kiddos. Thanks as always Dr Dray!
Im really liking the boundi sands one, its not expensive and is so smooth in the skin ❤️
I feel the mosquitos are attracted to us when we sweat, ugh. Any thoughts on the Banana Boat with Vitamin C for a body sunscreen SPF 50, thanks.
What's a good sunscreen that's safe for ocean life? That's my main concern between chemical vs mineral sunscreen besides on whether or not the brand is cruelty free.
I need to try that Bondi Sands. I tried the Eucerin and it’s thick.
Very happy ii ordered bullfrog despite the bit of pilling, will replace it.😊
Hello Dr. Dray. I wonder if you know which ingredient is it that messes up the gel nail enamels. Is it the alcohol denaturate? THANK YOU for all your videos. They are so helpful for me and the melasma problems I have.❤
I hate using mineral sunscreens on my body but I find that I have to when I go anywhere where I need to reapply and don’t have access to soap and water. We go to the lake often and I found that after I reapply a chemical sunscreen to my body, if I don’t wash it off my hands, then it transfers to my face when I reapply my mineral sunscreen to my face. And then my eyes start stinging.
Happy Wednesday, Dr. Dray❤
Please try Kumasi cosme - reihaku hatomugi UV care sunscreen.
I love the Bondi Sands but unfortunately it’s always out of stock at Target and don’t know where else to buy it.
Dr Dray Which one is the best longest lasting (waterproof)for going to New Braunfels .. Schlitterbahn and the river , with no white cast, and great for face and body. My 18 year old going with friends for a week. I won't be there lol.
I always find a new sunscreen to try & love in your videos. Thank you!
Would love Asian body sunscreen recs. The biggest bottles I’ve found are the Verdio. Recently tired the Sunplay spf 130 and it’s such a tiny bottle and expensive but was great on a super hot run. Anyone else found anything good?
I love your sunscreen vids. Thank you
thanks for watching!