What are the best ways to keep sunscreen applied to my stubble from turning into a mess?
September 24, 2011 2:31 PM Subscribe
What are the best ways to keep sunscreen applied to my stubble from turning into a mess like this?
Shaving the night before seems to help, but there's still going to be a little stubble left over. And sometimes I forget or don't have time. If I shave too soon before applying sunscreen it burns unpleasantly. Some sunscreens are less white, right? I've been using Neutrogena sunscreens and they don't cause my face to break out, but some others have in the past. Specific sunscreen suggestions would be great
I've tried wiping away excess sunscreen with a towel, but I worry that I'm wiping away more than just the excess. A towel isn't always handy, and pocket tissue doesn't work that well.
Other suggestions?
Shaving the night before seems to help, but there's still going to be a little stubble left over. And sometimes I forget or don't have time. If I shave too soon before applying sunscreen it burns unpleasantly. Some sunscreens are less white, right? I've been using Neutrogena sunscreens and they don't cause my face to break out, but some others have in the past. Specific sunscreen suggestions would be great
I've tried wiping away excess sunscreen with a towel, but I worry that I'm wiping away more than just the excess. A towel isn't always handy, and pocket tissue doesn't work that well.
Other suggestions?
I use Kielh's sports wax or whatever it is called now. (cross-terrain face protector? spf 25+?). It is clear but kind of greasy but it absorbs well and is PERFECT for skiing. At best it won't be noticeable, at worst you may look slightly shiny but it won't look white and sunblocky. Also seems to help with windburn/jacketburn/sunburn...all of the things that can go wrong outdoors!:)
posted by bquarters at 2:41 PM on September 24, 2011
posted by bquarters at 2:41 PM on September 24, 2011
Neutrogena's sport sprays would be perfect, great for stubble and hairy legs. It sprays on clear, and it's the best sun protection I've used.
posted by Static Vagabond at 3:06 PM on September 24, 2011 [2 favorites]
posted by Static Vagabond at 3:06 PM on September 24, 2011 [2 favorites]
thats just crap sunscreen. being a stuble-laden stud myself some just do that and some dont.
posted by H. Roark at 3:33 PM on September 24, 2011
posted by H. Roark at 3:33 PM on September 24, 2011
If your skin tends oily, try Ocean Potion Dab On Sunscreen. It's alcohol-based (or seems like it is - it's liquid-y, not lotion-y) and it comes in a tube with a cloth applicator that feels like it would survive stubble.
posted by workerant at 5:50 PM on September 24, 2011 [1 favorite]
posted by workerant at 5:50 PM on September 24, 2011 [1 favorite]
Seonding Neutrogena's spray on sunscreens or Bullfrog spray on in cans. They are clear. I spray them right onto my face. You can also spray into your hand and apply, of course. The Bullfrog tends to last longer on me (sweating in Florida) but both are very good and spray clear and dry clear. Although I have seen some faint white streaking with heavy sweating with the Neutrogena Ultimate Sport Sunblock Spray. If you are on the slopes I don't think you will see streaking.
There are also sunscreen wipes or towelettes. Most are clear.
Shady Day Wipes at Target
Shady Day at Drugstore.com
Dermalogica
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Have you tried the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Liquid? I haven't but the name sounds promising.
posted by Fairchild at 7:59 PM on September 24, 2011
There are also sunscreen wipes or towelettes. Most are clear.
Shady Day Wipes at Target
Shady Day at Drugstore.com
Dermalogica
Dr. Dennis Gross
Have you tried the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Liquid? I haven't but the name sounds promising.
posted by Fairchild at 7:59 PM on September 24, 2011
If you want to go with one that's less white, you need to do a little research on sunscreen ingredients. Basically there are two types of sunscreens - chemical blockers and physical blockers. The physical blockers are the ones that are gonna be a little white (like zinc oxide), but are better for sensitive skin.
posted by radioamy at 9:07 PM on September 24, 2011
posted by radioamy at 9:07 PM on September 24, 2011
You probably want to go for a chemical sunscreen rather than a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens rely on zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to block UV rays, and these two give a white cast to the face (unless they contain nano-sized particles, and as I understand it, there's still debate about whether or not those nano-particles are safe...). The good thing about physical sunscreens is that they can be less irritating for sensitive skin than chemical sunscreens, and some chemical sunscreens rely on formulations that may or may not be stable in the presence of sunlight. However the bad thing about physical sunscreens - as you know - is that they go on white (and often thick), and don't tend to play too well with hair or stubble.
I'd recommend the spray-on clear sport sunscreens mentioned above - they're absolutely clear, although have a slightly slimy/tacky feeling. They stay put so are good for outdoorsy stuff. I personally love BurnOut sunscreens (three different kinds for different skin types) for everyday incidental, although I'd put on something more protective for outdoors exercise. Although it's a physical sunscreen, the zinc is micronized, which apparently gets rid of the white cast while not straying into potentially dangerous nano territory. To me, it's light and clean feeling, with no whiteness at all, although I'm a girl with no facial stubble so I can't absolutely say for sure on you.
[On preview, what radioamy said!)
posted by UniversityNomad at 9:09 PM on September 24, 2011 [1 favorite]
I'd recommend the spray-on clear sport sunscreens mentioned above - they're absolutely clear, although have a slightly slimy/tacky feeling. They stay put so are good for outdoorsy stuff. I personally love BurnOut sunscreens (three different kinds for different skin types) for everyday incidental, although I'd put on something more protective for outdoors exercise. Although it's a physical sunscreen, the zinc is micronized, which apparently gets rid of the white cast while not straying into potentially dangerous nano territory. To me, it's light and clean feeling, with no whiteness at all, although I'm a girl with no facial stubble so I can't absolutely say for sure on you.
[On preview, what radioamy said!)
posted by UniversityNomad at 9:09 PM on September 24, 2011 [1 favorite]
**That should be "for everyday incidental sun exposure", in the second paragraph - oops!**
posted by UniversityNomad at 9:11 PM on September 24, 2011
posted by UniversityNomad at 9:11 PM on September 24, 2011
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