I remember reading a thread about biodegradable lotions and how expense they are in Mexico. I can't seem to find it though, so I thought I'd start a new thread. I found this Hawaiian Tropic biodegradable sport sunscreen at Rexall (for Canadians) for $12.99 which is pretty much on par with the other sunscreens. Plus it comes with a cool detachable travel size for day trips!
Has anyone ever seen this type of block in a higher than 30 spf? I know SPF more or less is a rating on how LONG the suncreen remains effective, which might explain why the biodegradable stuff seems to have lower ratings. The problem I have is I can't use anything below SPF 50. It's not even a matter of being a wimp, I've been blister burned so severely so many times now that doctor has told me it's not if but rather when I will get skin cancer. The 30 burns off me right away and within an hour I'm beat red. :angrymad:
We got some Coral SPF 30 in Mexico( forced too to go too Xel-HA). It turns white when you go in the water, Was water proof and good. A good waterproof 30 can outdo a non waterproof 50. If it comes off in the water or with sweat doesn't matter what you have on you will burn. Personally I never go over a SPF 8 and I usually stick to the oils, and reapply a lot
We blistered badly on our last trip too. I'm only bringing SPF 30 with me though. I have 3 bottles of Coppertone Sport and then this. I plan on reapplying every couple of hours and staying out of the sun as much as possible. We've also started tanning 3 months ahead in the hopes of avoiding the severe burns. I don't know if that truly works or not, but I figured it couldn't hurt (except for the whole skin cancer concerns and all that...).
FYI from a reliable source From the Journal of The National Cancer Institute: According to Weinstock, the cap on SPF labeling is not a major issue for the public as a whole. "I think that if the general public uses SPF 30 or greater, that's sufficient." As Weinstock explained, SPF is a reciprocal function: SPF 15 lets in 1/15 of the burning rays; SPF 30 lets in 1/30; and SPF 50 lets in 1/50. Therefore, the difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50 is only a difference of 97% effectiveness versus 98% effectiveness. "That little bit may be important to some people who have particular sensitivity," said Weinstock. "But, to the general public, it really is not that critical." Remember that SPF30+ sun cream will block out 97% of the sun's rays. SPF50+ will block out 98%. There is NO bearing on the DURATION you can put the sun screen on and expect protection. The issue is that people generally don't put on enough, so they're only getting around 50% protection because of their own vanity. The more you put on, the closer you get to the full coverage offered by the cream. If you use an SPF30+ cream you'll only get a little less protection than the 50, but you need to use enough. The SPF isn't the issue, it's the usage.
When you book through the USA Transfers link they have the ability to have sunscreen, after sun, and/or insect repellent ready for you when they pick you up at the airport. I (Joe) love their sunblock! I find that the stuff available in the US irritates my skin while theirs does not. For info go to link below. I got there via Steve's link, but you may want to start from scratch via his USA Tranfers link. Cancun tours | Riviera Maya Tours | Airport Transfers - Entertainment Plus - USA TRANSFERS - Cancun Mexico
I must be one of the "special cases". I work outdoors for a living from spring till fall, and government issues me SPF30 and it burn within a short time span of being in the field, I supply my own SPF70 and don't have issues. This trip I found some coppertone SPF60 which will have to do, they used to make a sport gel which was amazing, non greasy, vanished within 2 minutes of application and was as waterproof as paint, I guess they stopped making it because it worked too well.
I always tan well ,but one year I was on medication , it had the typical warning labels,, one of them ,,''Avoid exposure to sun'' ,, they meant me and not the medication,, man that hurt.
