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You are here: Home / Giveaways / Sunscreen is for Summer, Right?

Sunscreen is for Summer, Right?

October 14, 2008 By Stephanie

When the weather turns cool and brisk, it’s easy to relegate our sunscreen bottles to the back of an unseen bathroom cupboard to wait for summer. After all, it just seems weird to apply sunscreen when the mornings are dark, the sky is overcast, and the sun seems to be taking a sabbatical. But sunscreen in still important during the fall and winter months.

According to a 2006 press release by Ohio State University Medical Center, “only 2 percent of Americans wear sunscreen in the winter,” despite the fact that many dermotoligists and researchers recommend wearing a moisturizer with an SPF of 30 or higher every day of the year on any exposed skin.

Sunscreen is for Summer, Right? 1If you don’t like the ooey, gooey nature of many creams and lotions on the market, you might be interested in hearing about Desert Essence’s SPF 30 Sunscreen Towelettes. Essentially, these little “towelettes” are like baby wipes with sunscreen in them. You pull one out of the container, wipe your face/skin, and – ta da! – you’re done. The towelettes feels refreshing on the skin – a bit like an astringent might feel (tingly and tight) and are not oily or creamy. The towelettes are not devoid of the typical “sunscreen smell,” but it’s not overpowering either. The biggest benefit of these little wipes is the ease of application – no tell-tale white circles or streaks to smooth in. The downside is the price – a container with 25 individual towelettes costs $12.99 (that works out to about 52 cents a wipe!). I guess convenience does come at a price…

You can find Desert Essence Sunscreen Towelettes at a variety of health food stores.

YOUR TURN: Do you wear sunscreen in the fall/winter? What is your favorite brand and why?

WIN IT! One winner will receive a container of Desert Essence SPF 30 Sunscreen Towelettes ($12.99). To enter, leave a comment on this post prior to Wednesday, October 22 at midnight (don’t forget to follow the rules). * Winner must provide a U.S. mailing address.

*UPDATE* The winner is #68 Caryn Bailey. Congratulations!

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Comments

  1. Lily Kwan says

    October 22, 2008 at 11:50 pm

    I do wear sunscreen in the fall/winter. My favorite brand is Coppertone because it works well for me.

  2. Tammy says

    October 22, 2008 at 9:04 pm

    I generally don’t wear sunscreen in the winter – I do have a lotion with spf 15 for my face, but we live in the Northern Plains and don’t go out much in winter time!

  3. Kristen Hendricks says

    October 22, 2008 at 8:50 pm

    I could really use this product especially since I have very fair skin and need to use sunscreen so I don’t burn. This is a great giveaway and I really hope I win. Thanks.

  4. jolene says

    October 22, 2008 at 8:30 pm

    i try to wear it no matter what the season, but sometimes forget. i like the coppertone sport continuous spray because you dont feel all greasy and gross and you dont have to reapply it as much

  5. HOPE TEICH says

    October 22, 2008 at 6:37 pm

    GREAT IDEA

  6. zoe lee says

    October 22, 2008 at 5:19 pm

    I always use sunscreen…I am very fair. I use kiehls products, and clarins. thanks for the contest..this looks like a neat product.

  7. Jenny says

    October 22, 2008 at 5:06 pm

    No, I don’t wear sunscreen in the winter time. I live in the Pacific NW and it’s never sunny here in winter. Honestly I don’t have a favorite brand; I generally use whatever I see in the store.

  8. sarah b says

    October 22, 2008 at 3:14 pm

    i dont wear it but know i should. i just hate the cold and being outside

  9. Michelle H. says

    October 22, 2008 at 1:46 pm

    I wear a foundation with sunscreen, but I need to remember to wear sunscreen on the exposed areas where I don’t wear foundation, such as my neck. I have tried Desert Essence cleanser before and loved it and would love to try out the sunscreen.

  10. Shannon C says

    October 22, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    We use sunscreen mostly in summer…I admit it!! Although I use it on my face year round in my moisturizer. Now I feel like a bad mom. We use Johnsons or Banana Boat spray SPF 50 (don’t have a favorite..its what I have a coupon for) because its hard to slow down a toddler or rub lotion on every part of a 5 month old…….this product sounds like something I could incorporate into our getting the kids ready routinue w/o too much hassle tho. Thanks!

  11. Heather C says

    October 22, 2008 at 12:19 pm

    We wear facial sunscreen year-round. Ocean Potion Face 45 is our usual brand. Thanks!

  12. Jennifer M says

    October 22, 2008 at 11:36 am

    No, and I know I should. It’s just so hard to remember…

  13. Talitha Lee says

    October 22, 2008 at 11:09 am

    I live in AZ so sunscreen is a year round deal here!

  14. Elizabeth M. says

    October 22, 2008 at 10:53 am

    This is such a brilliant idea because if one happened to be in a place where they were caught out in the sun without having put sunscreen on, a towelette from the purse would be the answer!

    As for my wearing sunscreen in fall/winter, my daytime facial lotion and foundation both have sunscreen in them so I’m protected year round.

  15. Frances Watson says

    October 22, 2008 at 10:16 am

    I would love to try this new product

  16. kathy says

    October 22, 2008 at 10:02 am

    I do wear sunscreen year round because I have fair skin. My favorite brand is Neutrogena because it feels light on the skin.

  17. kathy pease says

    October 22, 2008 at 9:08 am

    i only wear it in the summer any kind thats on sale :)

  18. Lori C. says

    October 22, 2008 at 7:46 am

    I usually wear makeup with SPF and am wondering if that is as effective.

  19. Nanette Olson says

    October 22, 2008 at 7:37 am

    I use sunscreen and use it a lot, especially in the summer.

  20. laurie k says

    October 22, 2008 at 6:46 am

    basic oil of olay or clinique moisturizer with
    sunscreen—i like 15 or 30 spf.

  21. Roseann K. says

    October 22, 2008 at 5:34 am

    My moisturizer contains sunscreen and I use it faithfully!

  22. Lynn H says

    October 22, 2008 at 3:56 am

    No, I do not waer sunc=screen in the Fall & Winter. I live in New York…but I guess I probably should anyway!

  23. Samantha says

    October 22, 2008 at 2:34 am

    I am stationed in Hawaii, so I have no choice but to wear sunscreen all of the time. My favorite brand is Clinique. They have this tinted sunscreen for your face. I love it!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  24. Liz Sawyer says

    October 21, 2008 at 9:25 pm

    Living in Southern Texas, I MUST wear sunscreen year round or I get sunburned!

  25. Sand says

    October 21, 2008 at 8:25 pm

    I have to wear it year round because I’m devoid of pigment due to vitiligo. Neutrogena is my favorite brand.

  26. Angie P. says

    October 21, 2008 at 8:24 pm

    No, I’ve never used sunscreen in the winter. Really should have when we went tubing the other year…ouch!

  27. Rosanne Morrison says

    October 21, 2008 at 6:14 pm

    I wear it on my face in the fall winter. Like Merle Norman tinted moisturizer.

  28. Rebecca Peters says

    October 21, 2008 at 5:40 pm

    I don’t wear it in the winter or fall… I should. I usually buy the store brand sunscreen because its cheapest

  29. Erica says

    October 21, 2008 at 5:29 pm

    I use sunscreen year round as I am quite fair and my father has already had skin cancer. I usually opt for the store/generic brand of baby sunblock because the store brand is cheaper and the baby sunblock in gentle enough for my sensitive skin. Thanks for the giveaway!

  30. Jennfier Hedden says

    October 21, 2008 at 12:43 pm

    I dont wear it

  31. Ron Miller says

    October 21, 2008 at 11:41 am

    never wear in the winter… I’m never outside long enough in the winter to do any damage, beside living in Michigan, we don’t see the sun for 4 months, pretty much starting in a couple weeks

  32. Holy Vataha says

    October 21, 2008 at 10:41 am

    ooh awesome, i would probably use them up too quickly…it is a little pricey…sigh….

  33. Carolyn says

    October 21, 2008 at 10:36 am

    I don’t wear sunscreen during Winter, until now, I didn’t realize I should. My favorite brand is a Neutrogena for old broads, like myself!

  34. Rachel Belkin says

    October 21, 2008 at 8:50 am

    I usually use clean and clear. thanks

  35. Brooke says

    October 21, 2008 at 8:10 am

    I like the sound of the feel on the skin. I love astringent, so add sunscreen to that and I’m sold!

  36. melinda says

    October 21, 2008 at 7:57 am

    No, I have been lax in the winter. And must have missed my hands somewhat in the summer as the age spots are showing. Try to buy face moisturizer with sunblock. Never too much for being brand specific.

  37. Kathy Conley says

    October 21, 2008 at 7:56 am

    These would be so handy to carry everywhere!

  38. Lisa Fosses says

    October 21, 2008 at 7:12 am

    I wear sunscreen year-round. I usually wear 15 or 20 in the Winter

  39. Suzanne Lewis says

    October 21, 2008 at 4:43 am

    I don’t put on actual sunscreen from a bottle during the winter/fall, but there is SPF in my make up. I love Neutrogena because it feels silky, not sticky.

  40. C Duran says

    October 20, 2008 at 8:44 pm

    I wear a moisturizer with sunscreen every day. I really like the Aveeno brand.

  41. Erica G says

    October 20, 2008 at 8:11 pm

    I try to use it all the time. I like NO-AD.

  42. Stephanie Adkins says

    October 20, 2008 at 5:17 pm

    I try to wear some sort of suncsreen in the summer and winter.

  43. dee says

    October 20, 2008 at 5:05 pm

    These are so neat!

    NO…i dont use it in the fall and winter but i dont know why!!!! My aveeno face lotion and makeup has spf in it though…so i guess I DO wear it on my face!

  44. Sharon Seneker says

    October 20, 2008 at 4:49 pm

    I usually use Banana Boat! I would love to try this new product. I wear sunscreen or my mineral makeup year round to prevent sun exposure! Thanks!

  45. Kari Follett says

    October 20, 2008 at 3:51 pm

    I use kiss my face sunscreen, JASON for the kids.

  46. Laura G says

    October 20, 2008 at 1:16 pm

    i don’t usually, but would be more likely to if i had these.

  47. Allison says

    October 20, 2008 at 11:36 am

    I’d LOVE to try these!

    I wear sunscreen year round. During the summer if I’m going to be out I make sure to put on a high SPF, but at all other times I’m wearing SPF 15. My lotions all have it, and I wear lotion every day!

  48. hazel hunt says

    October 20, 2008 at 11:03 am

    I live in alabama and always use sunscreen!

  49. Jessica says

    October 19, 2008 at 10:36 pm

    I never use sunscreen anytime during the year because I don’t own any! This would give me an incentive though.

  50. Caryn Bailey says

    October 19, 2008 at 10:09 pm

    I actually wear makeup that has a sunscreen in it (SPF 15). I probably need to wear sunscreen on the other exposed areas since I live in Sunny CA! I recently reviewed the sunscreen soap and I like that too!

  51. Linda Moeller says

    October 19, 2008 at 3:56 pm

    I don’t wear sunscreen.

  52. jeanne says

    October 19, 2008 at 12:58 pm

    I wear sunscreen all year long

  53. Jennifer Reda says

    October 19, 2008 at 10:47 am

    I don’t wear sunscreen past summer, but I do use sunscreen infused products SOMETIMES

  54. Clenna in NH says

    October 19, 2008 at 6:52 am

    In summer I wear any sunscreen that I happen to pick up – don’t have a favorite. In winter I rely on the sunscreen that is in my make up.

  55. jennifer says

    October 19, 2008 at 6:23 am

    I do use sunscreen everyday, it is very important. I use coppertone oil free. I would really like to try this product, sounds great!

  56. Donna K says

    October 19, 2008 at 4:00 am

    I would like to try them

  57. jennefer sweitzer says

    October 18, 2008 at 6:28 pm

    I admit, i don’t wear sunscreen, but I know I should… but I do make sure my kids do though.

  58. alison says

    October 18, 2008 at 7:17 am

    I use Nutragena grease free. Thanks!

  59. Ashley says

    October 17, 2008 at 8:07 pm

    i do not, however i need to be for my skin

  60. Noelia Gutierrez says

    October 17, 2008 at 6:55 pm

    Yes, always wear sunscreen and I love the aveeno brand

  61. kristi blackstone says

    October 17, 2008 at 4:29 pm

    Yes we do wear it, because we live in Texas and it’s still sunny! We use Avon

  62. Sylvia Belle says

    October 17, 2008 at 2:38 pm

    My dermatologist wants me to wear sun screen all year long

  63. Tamara Bennington says

    October 17, 2008 at 11:18 am

    Excellent product that my children’s teacher can use for when they go to play at recess.
    tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com

  64. K. Cleaver says

    October 16, 2008 at 7:36 pm

    I don’t wear it because it’s terrible under make-up. I also don’t usually plan on being out in the sun for any length of time. Unlike summer when we go to the pool or lake.

  65. Beverley Justice says

    October 16, 2008 at 7:19 pm

    I have very fair skin, so I wear Neutragena Sunscreen year round.

  66. Kayce says

    October 16, 2008 at 7:14 pm

    I wear it. I like Neutogena Sensitive SPF30 with Titanium Dioxide.

  67. Deanne S says

    October 16, 2008 at 6:24 pm

    In the Fall and Winter I do not use “bottled” sunscreen but I do buy facial moisturizer that contains sunscreen. I usually buy Oil of Olay moisturizer with SPF 15 for sensitive skin.

  68. judy brittle says

    October 16, 2008 at 5:50 pm

    I have to be honest and say I never thought of wearing sunscreen in the winter. We use Banana Boat though in the summer months. This would be a great way to apply sunscreen and I would even begin using in the winter. Thank you!

  69. Valerie Mitchell says

    October 16, 2008 at 5:18 pm

    wear it every day all year – not really picky on brands, just pay attention to the spf & I don’t like scented ones.

  70. Julie Moe says

    October 16, 2008 at 5:05 pm

    I don’t wear sunscreen in the fall or winter, but I should

  71. Alicia says

    October 16, 2008 at 2:08 pm

    This is a great idea

  72. Lori says

    October 16, 2008 at 1:56 pm

    We’re in Florida… so yes, sunscreen! I lke the coppertone… in the continuous spray! yay, no more rubbing!

  73. Susan Smith says

    October 16, 2008 at 1:40 pm

    This would be great at the beach

  74. Karen Gonyea says

    October 16, 2008 at 11:50 am

    I use a moisturizer with a built in sunscreen EVERYDAY !!!!!!!!!

  75. Monique Rizzo says

    October 16, 2008 at 11:38 am

    COol idea! I use sunscreen year round. I am very pale skinned. I use water babies on myself!

  76. Clifton Wade says

    October 16, 2008 at 11:38 am

    I took my wonderful but light skin grandson to the park Tuesday and we had to leave because I didn’t think to bring and sunscreen. Thank you for this wonderful contest and prize!

  77. Soha Molina says

    October 16, 2008 at 11:35 am

    I don’t wear sunscreen in the winter.
    eddiem1.1@dslextreme.com

  78. Deborah Wellenstein says

    October 16, 2008 at 10:49 am

    I really don’t use sunscreen in the winter. Yes in the fall. though. I don’t really have a favorite brand; I just buy what’s on sale. Thank you!

  79. Vicky Boackle says

    October 16, 2008 at 10:42 am

    i wear moisturizer yearround that has sunscreen and i get whatever is on sale.

  80. charline stanley says

    October 16, 2008 at 9:04 am

    Great idea

  81. Denise B. says

    October 16, 2008 at 8:29 am

    I really like the idea of not having to deal with lotions.

  82. Heather S says

    October 16, 2008 at 6:44 am

    I use a moisturizer with sunscreen in it every day (Olay).

  83. Kathy Scott says

    October 16, 2008 at 5:08 am

    Living 14 miles from some of the best skiing in the world. These would come in very handy.

  84. tom zirzow says

    October 16, 2008 at 3:45 am

    Great prize I hope I win it.

  85. karissa says

    October 15, 2008 at 8:46 pm

    I use Neutrogena Intensive wrinkle everyday. and my makeup also has an SPF if I wear it too.

    Bethseda soap has a SPF in it of 10 if anyone is interested I am not connected to them, but hey it is an easy way to get some protection!

  86. Linda says

    October 15, 2008 at 7:09 pm

    Only in summer

  87. Michael Capp says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:57 pm

    I typically don’t wear sunscreen, but my children do in the summer.

  88. Shannon Baas says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:55 pm

    I wear it some in the winter and like coppertone.

  89. kendra says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:18 pm

    I use store brand–Jergens right now, try to use face sunscreen daily under makeup..thanks for the opp!

  90. Jennifer F says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:08 pm

    I use it year round. My favorite is BeautiControl Cell Block C

  91. christopher h says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:07 pm

    very rarely

  92. EDWINA LANGO says

    October 15, 2008 at 5:16 pm

    I’ve already had some sun damage spots, so important to use!

  93. Karen says

    October 15, 2008 at 4:34 pm

    I use Aveeno SPF 50 lotion. It sinks in quickly and is fragrance free. Perfect for summer, spring, fall and winter!

  94. rebecca snodgrass says

    October 15, 2008 at 4:05 pm

    No, i dont but i should. I use coppertone.

  95. susan varney says

    October 15, 2008 at 3:28 pm

    only in spring summer

  96. Vicky H says

    October 15, 2008 at 3:03 pm

    I currently use Banana Boat. This concept may catch on quick because it will be “mess-proof”.

  97. Lisa L. says

    October 15, 2008 at 2:32 pm

    Yes I wear sunscreen especially on my arms because of when you drive,,, the sun hits ya.

  98. Debbie says

    October 15, 2008 at 1:51 pm

    I wear facial moisterizer with sunscreen in the winter. I buy whatever kind of sunscreen that is on sale for the rest of the year.

  99. Go Amie says

    October 15, 2008 at 1:19 pm

    I do wear sunscreen year round; I normally use a moisturizing suncreen from Neutrogena.

  100. Sandy says

    October 15, 2008 at 1:14 pm

    we do sunscreen year round

  101. Lynda C says

    October 15, 2008 at 12:11 pm

    I have started wearing it all year just in the last 5 years. I didn’t really think about it before. I really like Neutrogena, I think it’s called daily defense. It’s not greasy at all.

  102. Jenn S. says

    October 15, 2008 at 10:54 am

    I usually wear a sunscreen on my arms, face and neckline during the winter.

  103. Rita M says

    October 15, 2008 at 10:26 am

    I’m super sensitive to the sun, so I use sunscreen year round. My favorite is Neutrogena because they make a cream with an SPF of 85 & a spray with an SPF of 70… perfect for me. Towelettes would be ideal for the folks in my family who think it’s too much trouble to apply!

  104. Sandra says

    October 15, 2008 at 9:51 am

    I could use this on the slopes. I usually get burned when I go snowboarding. These would be handy to take with me.

  105. Janet F says

    October 15, 2008 at 9:43 am

    I wear sunscreen year round.

    I have been buying Neutogrena Sunscreen.

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

  106. Valerie says

    October 15, 2008 at 9:29 am

    Eh Don’t really use it, except makeup with low sunscreen

  107. Carissa says

    October 15, 2008 at 8:06 am

    I used Bullfrog this summer. The rest of the year I just use makeup with sunscreen and/or moisturizer with sunscreen.

  108. Cynthia Hagood says

    October 15, 2008 at 7:36 am

    Love to have for hubby, he has had numerous skin cancers removed from face and arms, he would truly enjoy these, year around

  109. Lisa says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:39 am

    I do not wear sunscreen in the fall/winter, but I should. This brand looks great!

  110. Hil'Lesha says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:06 am

    I use Neutrogena. It is one of my favorite brands. :)

  111. elizabeth says

    October 15, 2008 at 6:00 am

    What a great idea, though. My family has a history of skin cancer, so I’m the sunscreen police at my house. We’d definitely use this!

  112. Erica says

    October 14, 2008 at 8:47 pm

    Whoa, you’re right. It’s expensive. I definitely wouldn’t use this as our main source of sunscreen due to cost, but keeping it in the car or purse for unexpected outdoor excursions would be great. I also hate that slimy feeling of sunscreen, especially on my face, so this might be a splurge sometimes too. In answer to your question, I wear sunscreen when I know I’ll be outdoors for an extended period of time, but not on a regular basis. I don’t like to buy several different kinds so I usually wear a Coppertone Kids or something, but I also enjoy Coppertone oil-free for my face.

  113. Damselfly says

    October 14, 2008 at 7:41 pm

    I live in Florida and always use sunscreen! :)

  114. Sarah T. says

    October 14, 2008 at 5:43 pm

    We’re definitely not winter sunscreen apply-ers, but then…when temperatures are below freezing, we’re usually not sporting hardly an inch of bare skin anyways! ;) These look super handy – especially for squirmy kiddos.

  115. Janel says

    October 14, 2008 at 4:27 pm

    I’m bad, I don’t remember ever applying sunscreen in the winter. For the summer time my favorite is Bull Frog spray on sunscreen with bug repellent.

  116. Noreen says

    October 14, 2008 at 3:38 pm

    I admit I am not as diligent with the sunscreen come winter but part of that is we hardly see the sun, i know not a real excuse

  117. Cindi says

    October 14, 2008 at 11:53 am

    Hi, What a neat way to apply sunscreen! Our family wears it throughout every season. For sports games, outdoor activities and even outside in the snow. The suns’ rays are reflected off of the snow. Right now, we use “Banana Boat Continuous Clear Spray SPF 50!
    The spray reaches hard to get places and doesn’t sweat off. It can blow off in a large breeze. Please enter me in your drawing. We would love to try this product. Many thanks…..Cindi

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