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janewhite1 · 08-14-2012, 06:56 PM

Probably the easiest way to check for sunblock allergy is to "patch test" it. Rub it into a small area of rash free skin, and see what happens.

Me, I can't use any sunblock at all anymore, so I have a very nice HAT with a very large brim.

08-14-2012, 06:56 PM	#1
janewhite1 Senior Veteran (female) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 9,398 Blog Entries: 32	Re: Facial Rash... sun induced or sunblock allergy? Probably the easiest way to check for sunblock allergy is to "patch test" it. Rub it into a small area of rash free skin, and see what happens. Me, I can't use any sunblock at all anymore, so I have a very nice HAT with a very large brim.