Winter skin protection

[SnowHot]

Super Goop. Its really good stuff. But the nice thing about it is that the tube is flat so it fits in a pocket nicely.
https://supergoop.com/products/unseen-sunscreen

 

[santacruz skier]

Exact same thing I use. I was looking for a link to share for the pocket size one..

 

[melchap]

I use thinkbaby sunscreen and sometimes I add aquaphor.

I always wear my helmet, goggles and UV blocking buff/neck gaiter that I can pull over my face.

Also I always wear gloves...in cold weather obviously...but for warm spring/summer weather too. I've toured in 90 degrees F and I wore long sleeves and gloves.

 

[VickiK]

Dermatone for harsh weather, and otherwise the sunscreens formulated for faces.

 

[DvR]

I find physical sunscreens don’t hold up to chemical ones and with the pros outweighing the cons I go with a chemical one, Anthelios Milk SPF 50 Mexoryl SX & XL apply it before skiing then use it in stick form thoughout the day. Use Skincuerical procducts after skiing.

 

[Mistletoes]

First weekend on the hill and both my kids have windburn on their cheeks. They're both racing this year so they'll be out in the elements a lot. Is Dermatone a good product to use on kids? They both have sensitive skin and my DD broke out really bad over the summer from a mineral (zinc) sunscreen. Any other suggestions?

 

[bsskier]

I have an array of skin protection. Dermatone, Elta MD and Supergoop are my staples. I use SunBum Mineral on the boat. Any of these will work on the kiddos.

 

[Mistletoes]

Thanks! Ordered Dermatone

 

[Blondeinabmw]

I like the Dermatone stick (in the white package) better than the tin, personally. I have super sensitive, acne-prone skin used to scream after a day of skiing without serious protection. I find that a layer of my regular moisturizer underneath - allowing it time to sink in - before applying the dermatone helps me avoid breakouts. I also tend to oil cleanse when I am done for the day to break everything up really well. The oil is soothing to weather-beaten skin and gets rid of any residual sunscreen "goo". For oil cleansing, I like the Belif Cleansing Gel Oil, but frankly, I'd think a good Micellar water would work too. I figure if it can remove waterproof mascara, it dissolves the crisco-consistency sunscreen too. I also switched to a Smartwool or original Buff gaiter for my face, which has the softness and seamlessness I need. Sometimes I double up with the Buff underneath the wool.

 

[NYSnowflake]

I apply Dermatone 50 from the tube in the AM before leaving the house. I carry a little tin of dermatone in my ski jacket and reapply if my nose and cheeks or chin get chapped or too cold. I also use Nivea spf lip balm.

 

[Mistletoes]

Thanks Divas, I knew you'd have great suggestions. I saw the Dermatone stick, I'll keep that in mind. I also ordered Epionce Medical Barrier Cream for DH who gets severe chapped cheeks. That brand is new to me but noticed Deb Armstrong endorsed it on her latest video so I figured it must be good.

 

[LKillick]

Thanks for this thread. I always end up with painful skin, though it’s a bit better now that I’m using a supergoop/dermatone combo after posting about this last year. I have new things to try now!

 

[blueskysunnyday]

Those in our house who can tolerate chemical sunscreens LOVE Ski Balm. I think it is like Dermatone in that it protects from windburn as well as sun. I use a mineral SPF (Skinceuticals) and top with Combat-Ready Balm by Skincando for my wind protection. That combo works well for me. Chemical sunscreens give me irritated skin that looks like windburn.