DS burns even with SPF 50

[Brookville]

Has anyone found an effective suncream for poor, unfortunate Celtic skin? I'm ok with SPF50 but it seems DS (3.5) still burns and it was only 17degrees today. I've been using Garnier kids. Thanks

are they really burns or is the skin reacting to the cream?

www.p20.co.uk/

www.p20.co.uk/

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mousmous his cheeks are pink after having been in the sun this morning - the bony parts where skin is thinner and juts out a bit obviously. The pink didn't fade by bedtime so I can only assume it's colour from the sun.

Thanks milk I haven't tried P20 before but have heard of it. Makes sense.

Bloody phone! Anyway I use that - only time I've been burnt is where it rubbed off under my seatbelt. Alcohol based so be careful around eyes

Is it new cream or last years'? They have a shelf-life as the the SPF drops a lot over time.

If not, I think I would be looking at a big hat!

Is he just weatherbeaten?
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I meant to go on to say, by the wind or exertion of being outside all day. My cheeks are pink and warm because I've been at the coast for a couple of days, but it's been overcast and I don't burn easily.

Thanks, All. Will see if it fades this week and try the P20 in summer. The one I used today is brand new Garnier active kids or whatever it's called. Interestingly, although it's SPF50 it gets only 3 UVA stars on the back for some reason.

I am the same skin type and swear by Ultrasun 50+ (John Lewis or QVC) once a day application. Or look on Amazon for Coppertone F70 - I used it in Florida before I discovered Ultrasun

Try SunSense, factor 50. Excellent stuff, my dd, very fair has never burnt with this on. My DH, who is also very fair, and has to be very sun aware ( had dodgy moles removed) was recommended this as well by specialist.

Here I'm using La Roche - Posay

It's called, in Spanish sorry,

Anthelios dermo-pediatrics SPF 50+

It's intended for babies and small children but my 12 yr old is using it.

Reisman p20 is fantastic if uses correctly!! My friend is very pale skinned and can burn in the middle of winter and swears by it! She honeymooned in Mexico in the middle of their hotest month so must be good!

We use SPF 50, 80, and 100. Coppertone & Banana Boat, are my best friend friend when it comes to the skin. We tried other brands but these worked best for us; well the type we use.

Some say that high factors aren't that great and you're not meant to but our GP and Peds say it's fine. My DC have fair skin and burn very easily. They burn even in Winter sun. They also can get wind burn if not wrapped up.

I think it just depends on skin type and sensitivity.

I second the Sunsense recommendation - Aussies know their sunscreen! Try the toddler milk www.sunsense.co.uk/sunsense-range.aspx

Also, are you applying it properly? You need to leave a thin layer on the skin about 20 mins before going outside and let it absorb. Don't rub it in.

P20 now do a higher factors which we bought to go to France last summer dh is v fair skinned red haired and freckly and never tans.
Think we got it in tesco.

www.p20.co.uk/p20-products/

I use SPF100. And then stay out of the sun as much as possible. I'm on the 'pale blue' end of the Celtic complexion spectrum I was once told that I was too pale to look good as a redhead and lived in the desert for years.

As mentioned, you have to apply sunscreen about 20 minutes before you go out, and keep reapplying it every hour or so that you're in the sun. For little ones especially I like the kind that goes on blue and disappears as it absorbs, so you can tell if you missed a spot.

Incidentally, it's absolutely possible to burn on an overcast or partly sunny day.

You need to make sure that whatever you use has 5 stars.

DD is very fair skinned and never burns with the Boots Soltan range.

I have terribly sensitive skin and burn through F50 but the P50/20 lotions were brilliant last year. Same for DS who is so fair we get stopped on holiday and told to keep him out of the sun. The only, rather big, catch is that they stained all my whites yellow, inc sheets at night from a morning application, so I'm wondering whether to repeat this year. Lots of tops on here tho, thanks!

Don't forget how important appropriate clothing and hats are too.

Have a look at this too. Many kids get rashy/red in response to the first spring sunshine. It's known as juvenile spring eruption or polymorphic light eruption. Eldest had an amazing bout at about aged 6 and has had a bit most years before and after ( she's 20 now!)

www.patient.co.uk/health/polymorphic-light-eruption-leaflet