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Truly for "sensitive skin" (I have a story) And the difference between "Sensitive" and "Baby" formulas.
As you have read from other reviews, this sunscreen is recommended by dermatologists and people swear by this sunscreen. I wanted to add some information regarding the difference between the "Sensitive" and "Baby" sunscreens. And I would like to attest to the fact that it is really 'sensitive'. Here is what happened: I use a product called Balneol (to prevent hemorrhoids - awesome stuff by the way) - and the bottle looks surprisingly similar to the Blue Lizard Sensitive version. So one morning, before my coffee and half asleep, I accidentally used this sunscreen where it is NOT supposed to be used - because the sun NEVER, EVER shines there! I was expecting the skin on that very sensitive part of my body to start to sting or burn.... but it didn't! Now granted, I wiped it off as quickly as I could - but the sunscreen is water-resistent, so it is hard to really completely remove it. And I was so surprised and truly relieved that when the product said "sensitive" it really was "sensitive"!!!! Now granted I don't recommend you do this experiment yourself - but having been the reluctant guinea pig, I can truly attest that it is ok for 'sensitive skin'!!! :) Difference between "Baby" and "Sensitive": I called the company to find out whether I should get the "baby or sensitive" formula for my 2 year old twins (oh, did I mention twins? That may be why I was so tired and accidentally used the wrong product!!!) The person I spoke to said that the two products are really very similar and she recommended getting whichever one was cheaper at the time because they are both equally good and equally sensitive. I hope that you may benefit from my mistake! PS/Update from May 2017: My kids are now almost 5 years old and we are still using this sunscreen. However Blue Lizard has another version called "Sport". It is meant to last longer on the skin, even when swimming or sweating heavily (their website says 240 minutes in whirlpool water). The sport version does have chemicals (e.g., parabens) whereas the sensitive/baby does not. And the sport version is much "runnier" (the sensitive/baby versions are very thick and takes a moment to rub in) whereas the sport version rubs in very quickly and easily. I end up using both. I use the sensitive/baby on days when we are out in the sun, but not direct sun all day long (e.g., going to a park). And I use the sport version when we are going to the beach or hanging out all day at a pool. So if you are anti-chemical and want only natural ingredients, stick with the baby/sensitive versions. But if you prefer no chemicals, but are willing to use them on occasion (e.g., all day at the beach) then you may want to try the sport version as well.
April 2015 · Beauty and Personal Care
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