Why I need sunscreen and how I came upon Australian Gold:
Living in Arizona, where the sun seems to shine 364 days a year, can be tough, especially after suffering with melasma after two pregnancies. My dermatologist insisted that daily sunscreen and sun hats were the key to to prevent the melasma from worsening. I initially fell in love with a pricey SPF 50 sunscreen oil from a brand with goop in its name, but its cost made daily use impractical. So, I went on a quest for a more affordable alternative. While specific high-SPF oils eluded me, I did find this Australian Gold bronzer gel.
Why I love it and how I apply it:
To my surprise, I found Australian Gold bronzer gel to be a product I genuinely enjoy using and have made a permanent part of my routine. It smells delightful, applies effortlessly, and leaves no greasy residue. If I am going to swim, I put the sunscreen on at least 20-30 minutes before to give it a chance to work before getting wet, then I liberally reapply at least once an hour. When following that routine, I’ve yet to experience any uncomfortable sunburns while using this.
My picky husband who loathes sunscreen approves, too:
My husband, who spends 95% of his time tending to his garden despises sunscreen because of its typical oily feel. One day, I handed him this gel when the regular lotion he uses was nowhere to be found. Now we go through twice as much because he refuses to use anything else.
Sunmary:
I have yet to find another product that is similar to this one, and it’s only downside is difficulty in finding the spf50 at a reasonable cost. However, spf 30 is affordable and easy to find so we’ve since switched to that to prevent spending 4x more for one bottle of the spf50. (It might be that the spf 50 is low in stock and therefore the price is high until it’s restocked!)
Tl;dr: this sunscreen rocks. The liquidy waterish gel consistency leaves no greasy residue and smells delicious. Even my picky husband loves it too. If I’m going to be swimming, I apply 20-30 minutes before going in then reapply at least once in an hour and have yet to have any uncomfortable sunburns.
Australian Gold Continuous Spray Sunscreen with Instant Bronzer SPF 30, Immediate Glow & Dries Fast Water Resistant NonGreasy
4.6 | 23,098 ratings
Price: 9.99
Last update: 08-13-2024
About this item
SOFT ON SKIN - SPF 30 formula is designed to provide ultimate hydration that deeply moisturizes the skin, and the caramel bronzer imparts a faux sun-kissed golden glow for an instant tinted look
BLESSED WITH AUSTRALIAN NATURALS - A rich blend of Kakadu Plum extract with highest content of Vitamin C, and Tea Tree Oil, a powerful antioxidant, fights off free radicals and leaves skin fresh. Comes in a delectable scent of Coconut, Orange, and Vanilla
BROAD SPECTRUM SUNBLOCK shields the skin from both UVA and UVB rays and reduces the adverse effects of sunlight. Generously apply this lightweight, non-greasy sheer sun protector and tanning spray before stepping out, or reapply as required
QUICK DRY 360 DEGREE PROTECTION - This general protection Continuous Spray with temporary bronzer comes in a spray bottle that is convenient to use, quickly gets absorbed by the skin and dries fast so you remain active at all times
SPECIALLY FORMULATED SUNSCREEN - Australian Gold's time-tested formula is designed to be Oxybenzone Free, PABA Free, Phthalate Free, Gluten Free with no CFCs. It is water resistant (up to 80 minutes), purely vegan, cruelty free and never tested on animals
BLESSED WITH AUSTRALIAN NATURALS - A rich blend of Kakadu Plum extract with highest content of Vitamin C, and Tea Tree Oil, a powerful antioxidant, fights off free radicals and leaves skin fresh. Comes in a delectable scent of Coconut, Orange, and Vanilla
BROAD SPECTRUM SUNBLOCK shields the skin from both UVA and UVB rays and reduces the adverse effects of sunlight. Generously apply this lightweight, non-greasy sheer sun protector and tanning spray before stepping out, or reapply as required
QUICK DRY 360 DEGREE PROTECTION - This general protection Continuous Spray with temporary bronzer comes in a spray bottle that is convenient to use, quickly gets absorbed by the skin and dries fast so you remain active at all times
SPECIALLY FORMULATED SUNSCREEN - Australian Gold's time-tested formula is designed to be Oxybenzone Free, PABA Free, Phthalate Free, Gluten Free with no CFCs. It is water resistant (up to 80 minutes), purely vegan, cruelty free and never tested on animals
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What is SPFSPF stands for Sun Protection Factor. It is a measure used worldwide to indicate the level of sunscreen protection. Using an SPF 15 sunscreen means it will take 15 times longer for skin to begin to burn than it would without sunscreen. |
Broad Spectrum UVA/UVBThere are two types of ultraviolet (UV) light that can harm your skin- UVA and UVB. A Broad Spectrum sunscreen protects you from both. UVB rays are primarily responsible for causing sunburn while UVA rays are associated with skin aging. |
Sunscreen ApplicationThe recommended amount of sunscreen for the average person is 1 Fl Oz. A simple way to remember how much sunscreen to apply is imagine the amount of sunscreen that would fit in a shot glass or the size of a golf ball. Sunscreen should be applied 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapplied every 2 hours or immediately after swimming, sweating or drying off. |
Traditional vs Mineral SunscreensThere are two general types of sunscreen - traditional and mineral. Traditional sunscreens work by absorbing the sun's rays while mineral sunscreens protect skin by blocking the sun's rays. Whichever type you choose, make sure it provides Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection. |
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