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Edriana
09-10-2002, 03:15 PM
I was just curious, what is the difference between the two and which should one use more often on regular basis. Also, which SPF do most people use?

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gracieathome
09-11-2002, 12:35 PM
Pretty much the same thing. I use SPF 15 most of the time unless I will be in straight sun for more than an hour then I use SPF 30.

Gracie

Itty Kitty
09-14-2002, 03:16 AM
There is no difference between sunscreen and sunblock. In fact, the FDA is in the process of banning the term "sunblock" because it is misleading. The most any sunscreen can block out is 97% of the rays. (There is no point in even wearing a sunscreen higher than 30.) Your sunscreen must contain (as the active ingredient) avobenzone, titanium dioxide, or zinc oxide or it is NOT protecting you against UVA (skin cancer and wrinkles!) rays. Companies constantly make outrageous claims--but don't believe them until you read the active ingredients. This could literally save your life!!!





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