Quote Originally Posted by Irulan View Post
I'm looking for info on sunscreen allergies and possibly some recommendations. I'm finding that all the regular sunscreens give both me and DH hives after a day or two of use if I'm wearing it all day for more than one day. I've searched a lot, and I am not able to determine if it's the so-called "waterproof" factor, or a specific ingredient. The better more expensive brands such as Aveeno and Neutrogena have the exact same active ingredients as Banana Boat and similar. I just picked some waterproof from Trader Joes that specifically says non- comedegentic (non pore blocking) butup here in the great white cold north I haven't had a chance to try it yet. Thoughts or comments anyone? This is kind of important as my next Caribbean trip is coming up in 10 days. :-)

Irulan
It's the PABA. Find one that says specifically "PABA FREE" or words to that effect. I use Coppertone paba free and have never broken out since I made the switch.