Question 1

is there any medication that can help pigmentation spots on face?(i used sunscreen 50)i use bc-pills because i get terrible acne if i don't use them.

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinones: Ask your derm or plastic surgeon. Avoid sun, don't just block it.

Question 2

is it safe to put on sunscreen then put on the acne medication benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

Accepted Answer

Sunscreen: Typically it is best to apply sunscreen after any and all topical medications. Applying medications over sunscreen can reduce the effectiveness of the sunscreen putting your skin at risk for sun damage. It is perfectly fine to apply medications and then sunscreen as this order will not disrupt the effectiveness of the topical medications.

Question 3

can topical medication (benzoyl peroxide, cerave moisturizing lotion, and physical based sunscreen) worsen/cause anxiety or any mental health issues?

Accepted Answer

No: No, topical medications should not affect mental health, other than improve it when symptoms they are treating are improving.

Question 4

my son has really sensitive skin, and children's sunscreen is making his skin really itchy.  what can i put on it?

Accepted Answer

Itching: Try otc Hydrocortisone and if it does work, see a dermatologist.

Question 5

thoughts on children and bug spray and sunscreen? i have a 5 yr old 6 yr old and 6 month old

Accepted Answer

Not on the baby!: Topical sunscreen and bug repellant, if used as directed, are a good idea for kids who are active outdoors in the school age range ( 5-18 Yrs) , but children 6 months or younger should stay out of direct sunlight, and should not be exposed to those chemicals until at least a few months later in life ( especially if premature birth, up to 10--12 months

Question 6

can sunscreen irratitate yound childrens skin? i always have him wear a sun hat but his face seems red and rashy after the sunscreens appilied

Accepted Answer

YES THEY CAN: Their skin is quite thin and sensitive in that area. Aveno makes one thats supposed to be hypoallergenic. Neutrogena also, spf25-30.
Apply it thin! don't cake it on!

Question 7

can you tan with sunblock on?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sunscreens do not completely stop all of the uv rays from getting to the skin. Your melanin will be activated causing your skin to tan. Keep in mind that you don't need to burn to get skin damage from uv sun rays over time.

Question 8

y is it bad to put sunblock on a baby less than 6 months?

Accepted Answer

False sense: Sunscreen is not recommended before age 6 months because it is not recommended to expose your baby to direct uv light before 6 months of age.

Question 9

what do the spf numbers on sunblock/sunscreen mean? how do i know what the right amount of spf is for me?

Accepted Answer

Sunprotection factor: Spf means sun protection factor and is a measure of the amount of protection from the sun a sunscreen provides. So the higher the spf the more protection it gives from the sun and the longer you can stay out after application.  It is difficult to say exactly how long you can stay out based on the spf only as it depends on sun intensity. So the higher the spf the better generally speaking.

Question 10

can i put on sunblock and insect repellent on my toddler at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: They actually make otc products that have both repellant and sunscreen already commercially mixed.  But i personally wouldn't put it on my toddler. Sunscreen ok, if approved for babies, but i would personally skip the repellant if possible.  Preferable is avoiding times and places where insects are biting, wearing the right clothes etc.  The less chemicals the better for the little ones.

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Childrens sunblock medication

A member asked:

Is there any medication that can help pigmentation spots on face?(i used sunscreen 50)i use bc-pills because i get terrible acne if i don't use them.

A member asked:

Is it safe to put on sunscreen then put on the acne medication benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

A member asked:

Can topical medication (benzoyl peroxide, cerave moisturizing lotion, and physical based sunscreen) worsen/cause anxiety or any mental health issues?

A member asked:

My son has really sensitive skin, and children's sunscreen is making his skin really itchy. what can i put on it?

A member asked:

Thoughts on children and bug spray and sunscreen? i have a 5 yr old 6 yr old and 6 month old

A member asked:

Can sunscreen irratitate yound childrens skin? i always have him wear a sun hat but his face seems red and rashy after the sunscreens appilied

A member asked:

Can you tan with sunblock on?

A member asked:

Y is it bad to put sunblock on a baby less than 6 months?

A member asked:

What do the spf numbers on sunblock/sunscreen mean? how do i know what the right amount of spf is for me?

A member asked:

Can i put on sunblock and insect repellent on my toddler at the same time?

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