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Okay, so I just found out that I am allergic to suncreen. Something that has developed since last summer. I thought it was the lip balms that I tried but it wasn't. I have long thick hair and it's all I can do to pull it up. If I find a hat it has to have a brim the size of my state to protect me.I'm still working on it. I have a little more time. I got a good sugestion from someone that has the same problem and might have to go with somehting containing titanium dioxide. I'll check into this this weekend. Wish me luck. Thanks for all your advice.
Linda
Either that or zinc oxide, without all the other stuff. I think it was the Weather Channel that was saying the only stuff that really works and does not harm your skin is zinc or titanium oxide.
Casper the friendly Ghost here!
I really am that pasty.....Couldn't tan if I tried. Seriously, I hit the parks in the morning, head back to the resort around lunch for a nap, the head back out to the parks around 4 or 5. I use a sports sun screen that sprays on, and a roll on for my face that way I am more likely to reapply since it is fast and easy. I usually wear my sun visor too.
I hope you haven't heard this already, b/c I honestly didn't read all 5 pages of replies!
I too am very fair skinned, and one thing I've learned is that you need to REAPPLY that sunscreen. I used to just put it on in the am and go, but learned the hard way that if you reapply when you stop for breaks, it really helps!
Also, I just discovered a hat called the Tilley hat. You can google it and find their site. The hats give 50 protection, and come in all weights (std canvas, lighter weight, etc), styles and colors. I looked on ebay and found a few cheaper there too. It might be worth the investment.
And yes, drink LOTS of water!!
good luck!
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I'm a fair-skinned, freckled redhead too! It is a challenge. I have found Neutrogena products work really well for me; I think I use 45 SPF. Neutrogena also has a cooling mist spray that, besides keeping you cool, gives you an extra "blast" of SPF protection after you've been sweating in the sun. Wrap-around sunglasses are a good idea, too. I am not fond of hats, but they do help a lot. I am an expert at finding shade wherever we go; at the pool I try to stay under the umbrella as much as I can. My teenage "tanning" days are long behind me! Wear light colors and carry your SPF protection with you to re-apply as the day goes on. Cover up as much as you can - I shy away from halter tops or anything that is strapless - so that more of your skin is protected by clothing - maybe wear capris instead of shorts? If you wear makeup (I wear mineral makeup, but not much while in WDW), use the kind that has added SPF for extra protection. Be extra vigilant while near the water because of the sun's reflecting rays. Good luck and stay in that shade!
Well everyone, just wanted to let you know that I've been experimenting with the advice I got here and guess what? I'm allergic to sunscreen!!! I thought it was a sun rash I got last year but nope when I used Neutrogena with Helioplex my test spot turn blazing red! I'm also allergic to a certain compound found in most sunblocks and lip balms. My only salvation? Titanium and zinc oxide. It's the only thing I can use without turning into a tomatoe. But it works! We leave in 4 days and hopefully I'll be protected from the hot Florida sun. Wish me luck.
Linda
Either that or zinc oxide, without all the other stuff. I think it was the Weather Channel that was saying the only stuff that really works and does not harm your skin is zinc or titanium oxide.
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Well everyone, just wanted to let you know that I've been experimenting with the advice I got here and guess what? I'm allergic to sunscreen!!! I thought it was a sun rash I got last year but nope when I used Neutrogena with Helioplex my test spot turn blazing red! I'm also allergic to a certain compound found in most sunblocks and lip balms. My only salvation? Titanium and zinc oxide. It's the only thing I can use without turning into a tomatoe. But it works! We leave in 4 days and hopefully I'll be protected from the hot Florida sun. Wish me luck.
Linda
I guess the Weather Channel was right about that one!
Along with a hat and covering up, remember to reapply your "zinc" every two hours, no matter want the instructions say. Your product is only as good as the circumstances that it faces, so better safe than sorry.
Enjoy your trip and let us know how it goes
Hey everyone, we're back and I found a great cure for my own sun allergies down in the world. Go during Tropical Storm Fay. No sun. No problem. Rained almost every day, from light showers to rain slamming down on us sideways. Still had a great time. Soggy but great. Now I'm home with a cold and trying to get back to posting. Thanks for all your help anyway. It might come in handy next year.
We were there during Fay, too. The only thing good I can say about the whole experience is low crowds, no lines, no waiting. I am glad we took two pairs of shoes, each so we could dry one out while wearing the dry pair. I am also glad we stayed off-site during the Fay part of our trip. I would have felt like I was wasting my money if I had splurged on a Disney resort when the weather wasn't cooperative to participating in resort activities, which we tend to enjoy as a break from the parks.
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Something that has developed since last summer. I thought it was the lip balms that I tried but it wasn't. I have long thick hair and it's all I can do to pull it up. If I find a hat it has to have a brim the size of my state to protect me.
I'm still working on it. I have a little more time. I got a good sugestion from someone that has the same problem and might have to go with somehting containing titanium dioxide. I'll check into this this weekend. Wish me luck. Thanks for all your advice.
Casper the friendly Ghost here! 
days are long behind me! Wear light colors and carry your SPF protection with you to re-apply as the day goes on. Cover up as much as you can - I shy away from halter tops or anything that is strapless - so that more of your skin is protected by clothing - maybe wear capris instead of shorts? If you wear makeup (I wear mineral makeup, but not much while in WDW), use the kind that has added SPF for extra protection. Be extra vigilant while near the water because of the sun's reflecting rays. Good luck and stay in that shade! 
I'm also allergic to a certain compound found in most sunblocks and lip balms. My only salvation? Titanium and zinc oxide. It's the only thing I can use without turning into a tomatoe. But it works! 
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