I dislike putting layers upon layers of creams/lotions/make-up on my face. I try to keep my beauty routine as simple as possible. I like the idea of my skin being able to breathe. I'm not sure if that's scientifically or medically accurate (probably not) but that's how I like to think about it. Too many "layers" makes me feel like I'm suffocating my skin.
As a result, I like to use a day moisturizer with a built-in sunscreen. It's one less layer and one less step in my beauty routine. I remember reading somewhere that it's not as effective as using sunscreen separately, but for me, it's better than not using sunscreen at all. I'm also rather picky about the kind of moisturizer with built-in sunscreen that I use because the sticky consistency and smell of sunscreen is a huge turn off for me.
Last week, I had the scar below my lower lip lasered (I'm hopeful that it will significantly improve the appearance of the scar). I was told by my doctor to wear sunscreen because that area would be sensitive and would darken if it came into too much contact with the sun. So being me, I freaked and went looking for sunscreen with the highest spf+ possible for my face.
I found Neutrogena's pure & free baby sunblock stick. It's GREAT!! It's not sticky and it doesn't smell. It glides smoothly and is absorbed easily. The consistency reminds me of a stick deodorant. Right now, I'm only using it on the lasered area below my lower lip, but I'm thinking I may try it for my entire face, particularly around the eye-area to help prevent crow's feet.
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