Temporary alternative to slathering sunscreens on face
06-18-10, 08:43 AM
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Temporary alternative to slathering sunscreens on face
FYI, I ran two tests of an alternative to heavy sunscreens for UPF protection. The biggest problem is the product seems to be discontinued but is available at sierra trading post.
It's a summer balaclava by Dr. Shade. I tested it at 84F yesterday and did not overheat. Here's a quick and dirty review:
PLUS
-- stretchable
-- doesn't make you cook like Solumbra clothing
-- has breathing mask
-- covers entire head except for sun glasses
-- super cheap right now
-- tan color
-- face does not feel hot when the sun hits it
MINUS
-- breathing mask area is a bit too small
-- opening for glasses could be a bit larger
-- need to have cloth on nose, or it's harder to breath.
So if you like the idea, you might grab one or two before they run out.
It's a summer balaclava by Dr. Shade. I tested it at 84F yesterday and did not overheat. Here's a quick and dirty review:
PLUS
-- stretchable
-- doesn't make you cook like Solumbra clothing
-- has breathing mask
-- covers entire head except for sun glasses
-- super cheap right now
-- tan color
-- face does not feel hot when the sun hits it
MINUS
-- breathing mask area is a bit too small
-- opening for glasses could be a bit larger
-- need to have cloth on nose, or it's harder to breath.
So if you like the idea, you might grab one or two before they run out.
06-18-10, 01:01 PM
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Is this it?
https://tinyurl.com/23cv9ah
I might be willing to wear a long-sleeved summerweight jersey, but I'm not too sure about a balaclava...
https://tinyurl.com/23cv9ah
I might be willing to wear a long-sleeved summerweight jersey, but I'm not too sure about a balaclava...
06-18-10, 01:32 PM
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I'm intrigued. I see the guys mowing lawns in these things all the time.
06-18-10, 08:39 PM
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That sounds like an arrest in South Carolina. Adults cannot wear a mask in public. Three letters, all K.
06-24-10, 01:38 PM
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