Is this sunscreen waterproof or just water resistant? Thank you for the replies to my question. It has been helpful in determining my purchase decision. In my experience "water-resistant" sunscreens don't last as long as "waterproof" ones. I hate reapplying sunscreen every couple of hours, specially the kind that don't stick when your skin is wet. Again, thanks for the replies. Is this sunscreen waterproof or just water resistant? Thank you for the replies to my question. It has been helpful in determining my purchase decision. In my experience... » Read More Is this sunscreen waterproof or just water resistant? Thank you for the replies to my question. It has been helpful in determining my purchase decision. In my experience "water-resistant" sunscreens don't last as long as "waterproof" ones. I hate reapplying sunscreen every couple of hours, specially the kind that don't stick when your skin is wet. Again, thanks for the replies. « Show Less
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According to the container for this product, this sunscreen is WATER RESISTANT. No comment is made about it being waterproof. According to the dictionary if it is "water resistant" itmeans it is resistant to water penetration. Waterproof means it prevents permeation by water. What's the difference? You determine it for your usage. Use whatever synonym is pertinent in your case.
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I don't swim or hike in the rain, so I have no experience with this question and don't even understand what the difference would be between the two terms. So I can't help.
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Honestly I don't know, but it's got the consistency of lip balm, so it's easy to get a nice, thick layer on. We've never had any problems with it at the pool.
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I love this sunscreen. With that being said, yes, it will leave a bit of a white cast on your skin and be a little sticky at first. It really isn't too bad though.
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I love this product! I use it every time in the tanning bed. I don't know why you couldn't wear it outside but there is NO sunscreen in it. It will not protect your skin at all. Just keep that in mind.
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I haven't tried exercising or swimming with it yet, so I can't say for sure. I don't know if it's truly waterproof like waterproof mascara and eyeliner? It has lasted pretty well in hot, 90 degree weather, and with having oily skin. And, I have worn it overnight and it was still intact the next morning. But I washed it off in the morning so I can't say if it would have lasted the whole next day, but it might have : )
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I've used it primarily on my daughter and have since she was about 2 - so we reapply pretty often, but she has never gotten a sunburn while being in the water. Our pediatrician recommended it because sge has very sensitive skin and it has been great for that. Many other sunscreens irritated her skin, but this one has been great and provides strong protection.
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Yes. I reapply every 4 hours when I am not swimming and every 2 hours when I am swimming. I live in Florida near the beach and this sunscreen has never let me or my family down. Hands down one of the greatest products ever!
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As long as you wait a while for it to soak in and dry you should be fine. I've used sunscreen, but I usually wait at least 30 minutes until it feels like it's totally absorbed
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Avobenzone3% Homosalate10% octisalte5% octocrylene5%, oxbenzone6%Lol...its french to me? All I know it was all dried up when I got it and when I shook it it was like a ball of gue. When I ordered it, it said nothing about sunscreen. When it came it said "Broad spectrum spf30 sunscreen. A friend of mine bought it from Target and said it is kinda gooue but not like mine. She saw mine and said oh NOooooo there was certainly something wrong with it! She seems to really like it, but only use"s it on special days only. She said it works!
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I am fair skinned redhead who cycles for hours at a time out in the sun.Rocky Mountains sunscreen 30 waterproof has been wonderful for a decade.I also have a 70 that I apply to my face not sticky not greasy doesn't bother the eyes
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This is the first summer I have used it, and it has been fairly cool, so I have not used it as much. My experience with using it while sweating is limited to an hour or so on a bike. However, I would say it is more resistant to sweating than most brands. I would suggest reapplying it every couple hours, then stretch out that time as you gain experience. It is not "chemical" based. It uses titanium dioxide as the main blocking agent. I hope I helped some.
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No, it's not waterproof by design. However, if you use a primer and a long wear foundation, these concealers last a very long time. Also, adding a make up setting spray (Urban Decay has a great one) will increase its longevity. I had a planet sized zit on my cheek the day of an important party event. And it was this concealer palette I used to conceal it. The concealer lasted through the whole night, even while dancing and sweating. I was really impressed with its staying power and how well it kept that blemish hidden. I had even brought a back-up concealer wand just in case, but I didn't need it. No, it's not waterproof by design. However, if you use a primer and a long wear foundation, these concealers last a very long time. Also, adding a make up setting spray (Urban Decay has a great one) will increase its longevity. I had a planet sized zit on my cheek the day of an important party event. And it was this concealer palette I used to conceal it. The concealer lasted through the whole night, even while dancing and sweating. I was really impressed with its staying power and how well it kept that blemish hidden. I had even brought a back-up concealer wand just in case,... » Read More No, it's not waterproof by design. However, if you use a primer and a long wear foundation, these concealers last a very long time. Also, adding a make up setting spray (Urban Decay has a great one) will increase its longevity. I had a planet sized zit on my cheek the day of an important party event. And it was this concealer palette I used to conceal it. The concealer lasted through the whole night, even while dancing and sweating. I was really impressed with its staying power and how well it kept that blemish hidden. I had even brought a back-up concealer wand just in case, but I didn't need it. « Show Less
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We were in the sun all day so I kept reapplying it every hour or two. I don't believe it washed off quickly though - there were no sunburns!:)
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I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for sweating. I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for... » Read More I have used this on myself with good results while swimming or sweating. I am moderately fair skinned, and I often get a bit of a tan following prolonged exposure while wearing sunblock, which is normal for me and I don't mind. I think that did happen a little with this, but I didn't find that unique to this product, and it also could be partially due to my own failure to reapply per the directions, as I often go longer than the labels recommend before reapplying. The same company also has a "thinksport" product, which I have not tried, but sounds like it is specifically for sweating. « Show Less
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I have been using this sunscreen for at least 10 years. It is wonderful. It is not tacky or sticky or oily, and it really works.Linda L.
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I apply moisturizer right before I apply the sunscreen. It applies much easier when your skin is already moist. You will also use much less, but still get the same coverage. It will then be absorbed with the moisturizer leaving no stickiness. Good Luck!
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I agree with what Ms. Lis De La Marina said below. In my opinion, this is one of the best facial sunscreens out there for sensitive skin (or any skin type, really). Plus, it doesn't have all of the chemicals a lot of other sunscreens have, which is wonderful!
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I would not use it around the eyes. It I is not a problem for me, as I always wear sunglasses. I only apply it once a day, under my make-up, unless I am swimming. Then I apply it every 2-3 hours. It is waterproof, so it lasts longer than other sunscreens, I think. I have used it for several years now and I know it is protecting me from wrinkles and sunspots.