SUN TAN LOTION
 

Ok guys what is the best sun tan lotion out there. Tried the search but for some reason i couldnt find anything.. I know something was posted about it before... If possible something that is not oily or smelly... The highest SPF possible..

Thanks

Headhunter is great stuff. not the best on your skin but works great at repelling el cancer himself. Doesn't sweat or run into your eyes. And its good for a few hours.

Sunscreen
 

The sunscreen I like using is Copertone Sport spf 50, it works great.

nothing beats johnson and johnson baby oil for getting a deep rich tan.....keeps your skin smoth and soft also........i love it for when i head out to blacks beach for a tan line free golden bod.....:biggrinjester:


now for keeping the burn away, i just bought some spray from big lots for $4 usually $10 banana boat sport..spf 85. you obviously dont get as much as if you get the bottle of goo but it is not greassy and the application is very easy which i like out on the water. no matter what spf you get you still need to reapply every few hours.

netrogena from costco spf 70

+1 for headhunter, or sunblock designed for women is usually less oily (Prevents acne)

I personally like the Blue Lizard stuff that you see on the Bill Dance show. It works. If you cannot find that Aloe Gator has been one that I use and have used through my surfing days and into now(25 years). It stays on for up to 8 hours. I did not use it this weekend and used some spray on Banana boat SPF 50 baby sunscreen. I got fried. Brand new bottle, and still I get fried. Make sure you are using stuff that is good. I use to like Bullfrog until they went big and started skimping on the quality of the product.

Having had the distinct pleasure of undergoing skin cancer surgery on my nose, best stuff to block contains a "mechanical block" in it. Thare are two which I know of...Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide...

Banana boat, kid's formula



A big hat



long sleeve shirt & paddle pants


I don't tan. I go

Pale

Pink

Peel

Thanks guys im going to start checking them out before my next time on the water.. SPF 85 sound good. Is there anything else i should be looking for in the sun tan lotion besides Zinc oxide and Titanium dioxide... Mind you im one of those guys that rarely burn. Beeing on the water with the added refliction i got hit dame good.. part of it was my fault. I took a bandana to use under my hat to cover my neck and ears but forgot to put it on... live and learn i say..

I still use the bullfrog or aloe gator, whatever I can find... they both work great for me, I only apply once (liberally) around 8am and it lasts me all day. I tried blue lizard I think that is the white elmer's glue looking stuff, it works good but I prefer the clear aloe-based.

I always dress for sun protection too.. my face/ears/neck are all that gets the sunscreen. Waders FTW.

As with any "medicine" it is best to check with your doctor before using any such products. You may have an interaction with any of the above stated products.Like it says on tv, always check with a doctor before use. Good luck with your choice I know its a hard decision sometimes.

http://www.planetbuff.com/2011-Angler-Collection

less expensive overall & no gooping up with sunblock all the time......

Wade--
I didnt see one in a bloods or crips in the catalog.... Im off it. :)

are these the face mask that you wear?

Well im on a mission to learn more about sun block lotion.. Here is an intresting artical that explains about some lotions...
http://www.consumersearch.com/sunscreen/best-sunscreen

Its not the best and its more broad about what it goes into.. but it got lots of the basics on what makes a sun block good. I found a few more but they are boring read.. With lots of info. I want to learn as much as i can about what to look for and then hope to make the best choice for me atlist. Some of the lotions you guys mentioned did get good marks on this site..
I would let let you guys know what i find... After i get as much info as i can about it i would go to the stores and start reading the ingredients and % of each in the lotion..
Wade I actual did think of that as well. Found a pic of a guy that works in the desert and he swears by the scarf... Its part of his every day gear..
Sasha

Agree with this. The full name we use is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 70 with Helioplex(Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB). Julie uses it everywhere she needs it, I only use it on my face, as I go for the cheaper Coppertone Water Babies SPF 50 everywhere else. No oiliness about the Neutrogena with a slight pleasant smell about it.
The Coppertone brand version isn't that bad when it comes smell/oiliness, but I'd much rather have the Neutrogena for the face.

Second this after visiting the Dr. for pre skin cancer.

I use Solbar Zinc SPF38.

JP

X2. I know cause I paddle naked. :D

I have red headed daughters so sun screen is big deal in our family. I use their sun screen cause it's in my car but I have had good success with their No Add kids 50spf. I like the kids stuff becasue it's generally kind on the skin and eyes. I also wear long sleaves and pants, hat, sun glasses, and often in the summer a ninja type face and neck cover. Clothes can be hotter but they work and you don't have to remember to reaply. Mike