Sunscreen and the more "sensitive" areas..

[anneag]

Do you just use regular sunscreen on the areas that aren't usually exposed to any sunlight? I'm talking the nether regions of both males and females

[CokeMann]

If you have never had any sun exposure in these areas SPF 50 and repeat often - btw - if you shave these areas I suggest waiting a day after shaving before trying any type of sunscreen down there.

Most sunscreens can take up to 72hrs after first application to reach their rated SPF - what this means is that you should begin applying the sunscreen a couple of days before your first exposure to the sun

[Powderfinger]

.....also, you may want to do a "test" application prior to your trip....let's just say that trying a different/new brand of sunscreen during your trip may have a not-so-desired effect on said nether regions.....soooooo you may not want to discover that lying by the pool.....

[tropez]

Good tips by Coke, I never really thought about how long it takes to reach rated SPF. I wonder if that still works through trips to the hot tub/pool/ocean.

[CokeMann]

Good tips by Coke, I never really thought about how long it takes to reach rated SPF. I wonder if that still works through trips to the hot tub/pool/ocean.

Obviously you have to keep reapplying

Did you ever notice how many people get bad burns on their first day of vacation even though they used sunscreen ?

SPF is built up by a reaction between the sunscreen lotion chemicals and your skin, which takes a certain amount of time to happen. Those that don't have a good base tan and just rub on the sunscreen on their "virgin" skin the first day at the resort are likely to be very sore that evening........