Ask The Readers: Sunscreen for Hair and Scalp? |
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Back in 2000, my friends and I scrapped up as much money as we could to rent a summer house in Newport, Rhode Island. It was one of the best summers of my life and something I’ll never forget. Even back then, we knew that spending those weekends in the sun were going to damage my skin if we didn’t protect it. Some of my friends who had a little thinning hair bought some Banana Boat Hair and Scalp Protector.
The product was fantastic. I didn’t need to wear a hat (I hate hats) and my head never got burned. It works so well, that I’m down to the last half ounce. I’m sure it’s well expired, but I think the expiration date wore off years ago. Unfortunately, it’s been discontinued by Banana Boat and I’m not the only one who misses it.
I’ll write the company and see what product they might recommend that I use in it’s place. However, they don’t seem to have a similar product on the Banana Boat website. I’ve done a little research and all I can find are two types of products:
- Sunscreen for Bald Guys - This isn’t helpful to me because I want something that will let my hair be natural. I imagine that hair style is not a big priority for sunscreen for the bald.
- Hair Protector with no mention of SPF - If it doesn’t say it has SPF on it, I make the assumption it doesn’t have any. I can’t imagine why it wouldn’t be mentioned if it was there - it’s an extra selling point.
Lastly, I’ve tried the new misting sprays that are on the market. They are for your body, but I thought it couldn’t be bad for the head. I was wrong. A quick spray is the equivalent of a bottle of AquaNet. Some might not consider that a bad thing, especially if you are wicked awesome homegirl (lyrics: video - you won’t be disappointed), but it’s not going to work for me.
Anyone have any hints or tips on what they use? Does it work?
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July 17th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
There really is no substatute for a hat.
July 18th, 2008 at 2:15 am
YESYESYES
I chase the hubby down for this.
July 19th, 2008 at 7:59 am
This is the very first time that I have ever heard about the sunscreen that protects your head. it seems to be a good product if it work well and don’t damage hair.
July 20th, 2008 at 6:50 pm
i’m still in search for the perfect sunscreen for bald guys.
looking for suggestions….
–steve