tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post115420239340120931..comments2024-03-19T00:54:49.043-05:00Comments on In My Kitchen Garden: I Can't Live Without. . .Farmgirl Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04851855517852917202noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-54599989553086523442008-07-05T19:29:00.000-05:002008-07-05T19:29:00.000-05:00I am another user of Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-To...I am another user of Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock, and I can report that this product will indeed discolor white clothing, with an orange stain in my case (both cotton and synthetics). Since I have to use this with white dress shirts, I need to find another product...just too expensive buying new shirts!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-70446488290580227302007-07-12T10:14:00.000-05:002007-07-12T10:14:00.000-05:00I love this wide straw hat...where can I buy one?D...I love this wide straw hat...where can I buy one?<BR/><BR/>Davona Nonord<BR/>954-376-9842<BR/>dnonord@fortlauderdale.govAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-55466718686980149602007-05-02T18:00:00.000-05:002007-05-02T18:00:00.000-05:00Nancy - I love the Neutrogena Dry-Touch 55 sunbloc...Nancy - I love the Neutrogena Dry-Touch 55 sunblock too. My dermatologist reccomended it. The problem I have with it is that it turns my white T-shirts yellow at the neck and sleves. You can see exactly where the shirts have come in contact with the sunblock. I haven't found anything that will remove the discoloration - and I love white T-shirts in the summer! Has anyone else had this problem? Have you found a solution?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1161458305896809832006-10-21T14:18:00.000-05:002006-10-21T14:18:00.000-05:00I am 50 and I too never used any sunscreen and did...I am 50 and I too never used any sunscreen and did the baby oil. A few years ago I was diagnosed with melanoma on my arm which required surgery..Since I do not want to join the mole people and live underground all my life..I now use sunscreen and wear a wide brimmed hat..I love being outside and I am not going to let having had melanoma control my life so when I am out mowing my yard or working in flowers..I have a long sleeved shirt on even if its 90 degrees..I am way past what other people might say about me looking like an idiot dressed like that in the hot sun..On thing I do know..I do not want to deal with melanoma again..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154637643700883552006-08-03T15:40:00.000-05:002006-08-03T15:40:00.000-05:00I second what judith said. I work outside before ...I second what judith said. I work outside before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm and I don't wear sunblock because I'm worried about the chemicals (some of which are said to be easily absorbed through the skin). But then, I also don't manage a farm!Jadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00118972700421062813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154448618999554892006-08-01T11:10:00.000-05:002006-08-01T11:10:00.000-05:00I think you must be my long lost sister!!Just kidd...I think you must be my long lost sister!!<BR/><BR/>Just kidding, but I grew up in California, and did all the same bad things to my skin. Also pale skinned Irish, or as my Doctor likes to say- I have "cheap Irish skin" lol---Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154348467943512262006-07-31T07:21:00.000-05:002006-07-31T07:21:00.000-05:00Good for you for being that way...most people woul...Good for you for being that way...most people would say that is "crazy". I had my own brush w/ melanoma a few years ago, and actually have 7 stitches on my back from an excision last week. When I preach about at least wearing sunscreen, I often am faced with rolling eyes. Good for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154281279692019132006-07-30T12:41:00.000-05:002006-07-30T12:41:00.000-05:00Hi Vickie,Well you certainly don't look like you'r...Hi Vickie,<BR/>Well you certainly don't look like you're pushing 50. : ) Oh I don't think I'd be able to stay away from the ocean if I were that close. Though my favorite time to be at the beach in Northern California was always in the winter anyway.<BR/><BR/>Hi Claire,<BR/>I, too, have heard talk that higher than 30 SPF doesn't make much of a difference, but I haven't really looked into the claims. I did see that the Neutrogena 'all over' sunblocks came in various SPFs. And I think the 30SPF was slightly less expensive.<BR/><BR/>When I read your comment about the zinc, I looked at the Neutrogena UVA/UVB Sunblock Lotion ingredients and was surprised that it doesn't contain zinc. Something else I should look into more. The Neutrogena contains these active ingredients (one of them is the Parsol): Avobenzone 2.0%, Homosalate 15.0%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5.0%, Oxybenzone 6.0%.<BR/><BR/>Another sunsblock we use that I forgot to mention is Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard Plus. It's an insect repellent (DEET free) with 30SPF as well. It has the same three "O" ingredients listed above, but not the other two. I mostly use it under clothing, though.<BR/><BR/>I knew I used something with zinc at one point, though. It is OLAY Complete All Day Moisture Lotion SPF 15 (sensitive skin version). I used that on my face for years, and Joe still uses it. I just switched a few bottles ago to the Neutrogena. The OLAY has 6.0% octinoxate and 3.0% zinc oxide.<BR/><BR/>And yes, you're right--tomorrow we'll probably be told something different. Remember when everything touted that it had PABA and now everything brags that it's PABA-free? : )<BR/><BR/>Hi Judith,<BR/>That is comforting news about the ozone (depressing on the one hand, but comforting on the other).<BR/><BR/>Early morning work in the garden is definitely the way to go. Although at this time of year it really is already hot and humid here at dawn. I do often water the garden in the evening when it's mostly shaded. And I, too, wear a cotton shirt--usually men's oversized dress shirts that I can quickly pull on over the tee-shirt I wear in the house whenever I step outside.<BR/><BR/>Yeah, I, too, wonder about the long term effects of sunscreen on the body. I actually use less than I used to because I cover up more. For example, if I'm wearing denim overalls or a non-translucent long jumper dress, I don't put it on my legs.<BR/><BR/>Hi Jeph,<BR/>Oh yes--we call those seed caps, and Joe has a whole mess of them. Definitely better than nothing, but the tops of his ears removed? OUCH.<BR/><BR/>Now go get yourself that wide brimmed hat you've been contemplating! : )<BR/><BR/>Hi Mare,<BR/>Well didn't you just make my day. Thank you! : )<BR/><BR/>Hi Dori,<BR/>I expect to be notified when all of you hatless gardeners buy your hats. Photos may be required as proof of purchase. : )<BR/><BR/>Hi Angel,<BR/>Good point about the Vitamin D. Thanks for the info. What I've heard from various sources is that people can get enough Vitamin D from the sun in about 10 minutes each day--and that exposure on your hands or arms is enough. Most people (even me) get that even if they spend the day indoors--just walking to and from the car, etc. Hopefully it's true! <BR/><BR/>Hi Steven,<BR/>Yes, but do you want to look 140 years old when you do? : )<BR/><BR/>Hi Blackswamp Girl,<BR/>Thanks for letting me know you love that Neutrogena Dry Touch sunblock. I read some good reviews about it on Amazon--people basically saying the same thing you did. It sounds great. I definitely think I'll try it.Farmgirl Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04851855517852917202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154279800583436452006-07-30T12:16:00.000-05:002006-07-30T12:16:00.000-05:00I love love LOVE that Neutrogena Dry-Touch sunbloc...I love love LOVE that Neutrogena Dry-Touch sunblock. And they now make it in SPF 55, too. It's the only thing I will use on my face and neck because it doesn't make me break out or feel greasy. I generally use cheaper "No-Ad" stuff everywhere else, though, and wear pants and long-sleeved white Tshirts when I play in the garden.<BR/><BR/>On a daily basis, though, I don't put on sunscreen before I go to work or if I'm going out to snip herbs for supper. I figure that helps me get my Vitamin D for the day.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14395380166485303934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154278549706667172006-07-30T11:55:00.000-05:002006-07-30T11:55:00.000-05:00I'm determined to go out like Don Corleone, face d...I'm determined to go out like Don Corleone, face down in my tomato patch so I'm not so worried about the skin cancer.Stunned Donorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08760806404865427760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154272181862950412006-07-30T10:09:00.000-05:002006-07-30T10:09:00.000-05:00Did you know that Vitamin D deficiency is on the r...Did you know that Vitamin D deficiency is on the rise (mainly children and women) due to the public push to slather on sunscreen and avoid the sun. <BR/>Apparently Vitamin D deficiency can cause the following issues;<BR/><BR/>Many forms of cancer <BR/>High blood pressure <BR/>Depression <BR/>Multiple sclerosis <BR/>Rheumatoid arthritis <BR/>Diabetes <BR/><BR/>I guess in the end it's all about moderation.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00081848869231823977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154260928736960532006-07-30T07:02:00.000-05:002006-07-30T07:02:00.000-05:00I am a gardener who hasn't hit 40 yet, but I need ...I am a gardener who hasn't hit 40 yet, but I need a big straw hat. I haven't been sunburned this year, but you are right about being in the sun for hours.Dorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16001818777096357255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154229836902349952006-07-29T22:23:00.000-05:002006-07-29T22:23:00.000-05:00Yes, i too used baby oil, grown and raised and sti...Yes, i too used baby oil, grown and raised and still live in CA ( northern) I think you're the neatest gal on the web, I love your recipes and even though it's hot I am making the bean garlic soup.I love your animals too.<BR/>-MareAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154222577866342022006-07-29T20:22:00.000-05:002006-07-29T20:22:00.000-05:00My grandfather always wore a baseball cap of some ...My grandfather always wore a baseball cap of some sort while working out in the fields with the cattle, horses, tractors, combines etc....usually with something like a John Deere or other farming equipment logo on it.<BR/><BR/>The only problem with those hats?<BR/><BR/>He had to have small pieces of the tops of his ears removed due to skin cancer!<BR/><BR/>I've always wanted sunshine and a tan. Fell asleep on a north shore Hawaiian beach during high school summer vacation one year - my friends were all out playing at the beach. My face burned so bad that before it peeled it actually got almost hard and plasticky - you could tap your finger nail on it (ow).<BR/><BR/>And nowadays I have freckles all over my back, chest and shoulders from all the sun. I still try to get some sun these days, but if I know I'm going to be out there long, I try to convince myself to be smart about it. And yes, I've actually considered getting one of those big wide brimmed hats (straw, cloth, whatever)...Jephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02843262392217281569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154218050518420242006-07-29T19:07:00.000-05:002006-07-29T19:07:00.000-05:00Take comfort in the fact that back in the day when...Take comfort in the fact that back in the day when you (and vlb5757) were slathering on the baby oil, the ozone was far less depleted and there was natural protection from sunrays in effect for you.<BR/><BR/>I garden in long-sleeves, too - a white cotton shirt. Another way I avoid getting too much sun, (and too much of this recent heat wave) is to get in as much work as possible in the early early morning when it is still cool. 'Cause the thing about sun-block is this: what is the long term effect of pouring that stuff on my skin every day?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154215797673260272006-07-29T18:29:00.000-05:002006-07-29T18:29:00.000-05:00My dermatologist recently told me that an SPF 30 ...My dermatologist recently told me that an SPF 30 sunblock is adequate, but it's essential that any sunblock has zinc in it. At least that's the professional thinking at the moment ... tomorrow they may tell us something completely different!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03683254145775608514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21318605.post-1154211991685807972006-07-29T17:26:00.000-05:002006-07-29T17:26:00.000-05:00Pushing 40?? How about 50? I am guilty of using ...Pushing 40?? How about 50? I am guilty of using baby oil too. I have had countless sun burns as a youngster and am now no longer laying in the sun and haven't for years. I live 7 miles from the ocean and never go down there. The hat is cute. Every gardener should have a signature hat to wear.vlb5757https://www.blogger.com/profile/05444876262831798051noreply@blogger.com