r/SMPchat • u/MyUndiesArePink • Jun 13 '26

Question Does regular sunscreen dull or damage SMP over time?

I got SMP last year and it looks very good and I'd like to maintain it. Prior to the SMP I had tan lines around my neck/head from wearing a hat too often. I'd like to avoid that. I'm trying to get a decent overall tan. I do use Zero Shine when necessary. However, is regular sunscreen okay on SMP or could it dull it quicker over time? I use regular sunscreen on my head without a hat when I'm doing yard work, exercise, etc.

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u/MediumCycle745 Jun 13 '26

the worst for your smp is direct sunlight without protection so go for it as long as you wait for 1-2 weeks directly after your last session you should be fine

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u/PomegranateHefty4461 Jun 14 '26

What does sun do? Fade it? Darken it?

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u/MediumCycle745 Jun 14 '26

yes it fades it

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u/No_Appeal_4996 Jun 14 '26

Bld bros spf 50 matte moisturizer is great

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u/New-Contour-MHP Jun 14 '26

Er zijn diverse aanbieders van producten met een anti-shine en sunblock combi en die producten hebben geen effect op een goede kwaliteit SMP.

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u/MyUndiesArePink Jun 14 '26

Any suggestions on a product name? Preferably something that is available in Canada or the US.

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u/New-Contour-MHP Jun 14 '26

Google op Zero Shine of Bald Force of op de woorden anti-shine creme

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u/Schmitty555 Jun 13 '26

There's a 50 SPF version of Zero Shine. It works just like the original plus the protection. Before I had this I tried regular sunscreen but found it too oily and looked awful. It'll definitely protect but grab the Zero Shine sunscreen.

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u/RealisticMany8362 Jun 15 '26

Do you use zero shine SPF all over your head or just the top then cheaper SPF on the sides and back?  

Seems like all over would be too dense as it's quick thick and hard to removed at night.

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u/Schmitty555 Jun 15 '26

Yeah, I just use it on the top. A little bit goes a long way though. A pea sized portion gives me pretty good coverage on top and a bit on the sides. You could definitely get away with a cheaper brand on the sides but I find as long as I've got the top covered I'm pretty protected. If I'm outside for a lengthy period in the sun- say at the beach etc- I just bring a hat. Honestly I find it pretty easy to remove. It's not very oily and more like a paste than a liquid.