It’s winter time here in the Northeast. Thankfully the winter has not been bad at all. We’ve only seen snow twice thus far, and neither time amounted to any kind of an accumulation. One time was barely any snow and the other time was just a dusting. I’m happy with that. I’m terrified to drive in the snow.
The only downside is that we can’t go sledding or build snowmen. We need snow for that.
Did you know that you can get sunburn – even in the drab and dreary days of winter?
“It’s easy to associate winter with frostbite and windburn, but most people are unaware that UV rays can be every bit as damaging on the slopes as on the beach,” said Perry Robins, MD, President, The Skin Cancer Foundation. “With the winter sports season ahead of us, it’s more important than ever to take proper precautions on the slopes.”
People who like to ski are at an even greater risk because the higher the elevation the more the UV radiation levels increase.
UV radiation exposure increases 4 to 5 percent with every 1,000 feet above sea level. At an altitude of 9,000 to 10,000 feet, UV radiation may be 35 to 45 percent more intense than at sea level (as per SkinCancer.org).
The snow actually gives us a “double whammy” of radiation and UV rays because the sunlight – which hits you directly – also reflects from the snow and bounces at you again.
People assume since the sun doesn’t seem as strong, and the sky is normally dark and grey during the winter months, that sunscreen is not needed. Now you know – a sunscreen with broad UV coverage is essential YEAR ROUND, not just during the summer months.
Are you familiar with the brand Blue Lizard? It’s an interesting name for a sunscreen that originated in Australia.
According to the brand:
Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen originated in Australia, where standards for sunscreen are the highest in the world. Even though Blue Lizard is now manufactured in the U.S., we still adhere to those strict standards to offer the most advanced formulations available in sun protection. Using only the highest quality ingredients, Blue Lizard delivers clinically proven, broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection in a mineral-based, water-resistant, SPF 30+ formulation. Our patented BPA-free Smart Bottle™ changes colors in the presence of harmful UV rays, reminding you to cover up. We offer an array of products for every skin type and outdoor need. It’s no wonder Blue Lizard is the brand most recommended by pediatricians, doctors, dermatologists, pharmacists, and moms that know a thing or two, nationwide.)
I’ve reviewed Blue Lizard full spectrum sunscreen in the past. You can read my review here – May is Melanoma – Learn the facts and find out how to protect yourself. The giveaway on that post ended back in May.
In that post (above) I also quoted some very scary stats about Melanoma (Skin Cancer). You should really take the time to read them. The more you know the better prepared you can be.
Personally, Blue Lizard is my favorite sunscreen to date. I like that it not only absorbs quickly but it also leaves your skin feeling nice – not sticky or greasy. That is the #1 turn off for me when it comes to sunscreen – I hate having slimy, sticky and/or greasy skin. With Blue Lizard, once it’s absorbed you don’t even feel it on your skin. It’s as if you are wearing nothing at all – but the truth is your skin IS covered with sunscreen. My family has also commented on how much they prefer Blue Lizard over the other sunscreens we have.
The bottles even change color in the sun, which is pretty cool.
Sunscreens tend to be expensive, so we would always pick up a bottle every other week when we went food shopping so we could stock up on it. We have different brands in the cabinet. Blue Lizard is the one brand me and my family grab for first and foremost.
If you have sensitive skin like I do, you might be interested in knowing that Blue Lizard is safe sunscreen for sensitive skin – including those of us who suffer from Rosacea.
I have Rosacea on my cheeks. Thankfully the patches are not that big and I am able to cover them with make up. There are those times, especially in the winter when my skin tends to dry out, where the patches are more visible and less able to be covered with make up.
Blue Lizard’s Face and Sensitive formulas are beloved by many who suffer with Rosacea. Blue Lizard’s Sensitive sunscreen formula was made specifically for sensitive skin. It’s chemical-free, paraben-free and fragrance-free, and is one of Blue Lizard’s most recommended sunscreen.
Their Face sunscreen is a gel-formulated daily moisturizer that is paraben-free, fragrance-free and oil-free. It is a non-comedogenic, enriched with antioxidants. Both offer Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB coverage with an SPF of 30+.
For the sake of your skin, and your health, I urge readers to use sunscreen on a daily basis – not just in the hot, sunny weather. Make sunscreen a part of your daily routine, just like brushing your teeth and getting dressed. If you have to, keep a bottle/tube of sunscreen next to your toothbrush holder as a gentle reminder. Once you get into the habit of applying it every day you can put it where ever it’s best for you.
If you would like to learn more about Blue Lizard, visit their official website www.BlueLizard.net. You can also check out the brand on social media – Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube. You can also check out the brands FAQ section for more information.
Official Blue Lizard hashtags include #WeveGotYouCovered, #BlueLizardSun and #BlueLizard. Check out the hashtags on social media to see what others are saying about Blue Lizard.
Blue Lizard would like to offer readers a 20% OFF coupon code for orders over $35. The code is P20SCRIBE and it expires on September 30, 2016.
In addition, Blue Lizard would like to offer a lucky reader a Blue Lizard sunscreen prize package which includes:
- 5oz Sensitive
- 5oz Face
- 3oz Baby
- 3oz Sport
- 2 Baby sachets
- Color-change UV sensitive bracelets
Total Retail Value: $67.
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only and will end on January 31, 2016. The winner will be chosen at random using a random number generator from all eligible entries. The winner will be notified via email and will have three days to reply or a new winner will be chosen in their place.
To enter please comment on this post and tell me why you would like to win this prize package?
For extra entries you can use the Rafflecopter widget (below) but you must complete the initial entry requirement or the additional entries won’t qualify.
Kimberly
*I have partnered with Blue Lizard to bring you this information. Although compensated the opinions expressed are my own (unless otherwise noted) and not influenced in any way.
Angie p says
I’ve heard good things about Blue Lizard, but have never tried it. I like that it doesn’t feel sticky after you apply it. I’d love to win this.
Fiona N says
I would love to win this awesome Blue Lizard Prize Package because they are enriched with antioxidants, non-comedogenic and paraben free. They seem to be great for all types of skin, I believe!
Thank You for the chance
Cheryl says
I’d like to win this prize package so we can protect our skin from sun damage.
Linda Kish says
Good sunscreen is always important to have on hand.
Julia Barnes says
I’d love to win because living in the south, sunscreen is always needed and very important for my skin!
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I use sunscreen year round, and this sunscreen sounds wonderful! I’m one of those ppl who used to bake in the sun when younger, and now I have to be extra extra careful.
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I would like to win this sunscreen, because I want to protect myself and my grand children.
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I’d like to win this prize package so we use it this spring and summer to help protect my family’s skin
June S. says
I want to win this prize package so that I have some ready for this summer coming up. I am always forgetting to buy some sunscreen every year it seems.
Seyma Shabbir says
I would love to win so I can protect my 6 and 8 year old skin for winter and summer. The sun should be protected year round!
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I would like to win the sunscreen for my sensitive skin.
Ann Fantom says
I would like to win because my daughter is allegic to many sunscreens and Blue Lizard’s Sensitive sunscreen is the only sun protection lotion that doesn’t cause her to break out in a rash
Lisa Coomer Queen says
I would like to win this for my 9 year old granddaughter who has lupus and has to wear sunscreen year round. Also for my other two grandchildren. Thanks for the chance!
Denise says
I would like to try something new.
Carla Pullum says
I would love to try this for my sensitive skin!
Cynthia C says
I would like to win this to keep my skin safe next summer at the beach.
Janet W. says
I would like to win this prize pack so I can try these products and see how it protects my skin. I’d love to try it out at the beach this summer!
Sharon Rooney says
I would love this because I am going on vacation in March and it would be great for the beach. I have heard great things about Blue Lizard.
Virginia Rowell says
I would love to win because we have a lawn service and we are in the sun full time here in Florida. I haven’t tried Blue Lizard , but would love to.
Mary W says
We wear sunscreen every single day. Blue Lizard ingredients are quite appealing. This looks like a fun line of products that might help encourage family members to use sunscreen daily and to reapply. Once a day is not enough where we live.
Lauren says
I want to win because my family goes through a lot of sunscreen.
Tricia G says
We need lots of sunscreen! Our family is light complected and we are always looking for more and more sunscreen.
Tara L says
We like to spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer time. So I am always looking for the best sunscreen for my family. We have never tried Blue Lizard before but I’d love to.
D Schmidt says
I would like to win because I take natural skin care very seriously and would love to try this product.
Susan P. says
I live in the South and we have many days when we need sunscreen. Having both broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection in a sunscreen is important.
nickie says
I would love to try this for my sensitive skin!
ken ohl says
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Holden Humphreys says
My daughter gets terrible sunburns. Would like to try a new products.
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I’d love to have some new skin products
Janet W. says
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Here’s the correct one
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Candice says
I have fair skin, and swim a ton in the summer. I would love to try these products to see if they help protect my skin better.
Robert Brown says
I live in Florida and my daughters love to spend time outside. This would be perfect to help them protect themselves.
beth shepherd says
I would love to win to protect my family from the sun. My husband already has skin cancer from the sun so we use lots of sunscreen. Thank you
K. Ri. says
I would love to win this. Sun rays are very strong down here in Florida, Blue Lizard lasts pretty much all day and doesn’t break out my children’s sensitive skin.
Trisha Burgess says
I would love this to try a new sun care for my family!
Ashley C says
I would like to win because I have never tried Blue Lizard, but here in the deep south we use tons of sun screen! I have heard great things about Blue LIzard and would love to be able to give it a try!
Laurie Nykaza says
I have had skin cancer and so has my mom we would love to have this to wear out everyday when were outdoors in the sun. We are always sunny where we live so we are always wearing it to protect our skin.
Katherine says
Hope I win!
Katherine S says
I’d love to win because I want to protect myself and my family!
Laura says
You can never have too much sunscreen!
Marci says
It’s always nice to have small sizes to throw into a car or bag and have on hand at all times.
Stephanie Liske says
We use sun screen to keep our kids from getting sun burned.
Tracy Shafer says
We go through a lot of sunscreen in my family..so this would be ideal!
Michele P says
I would love to win because I am going to Central America in July and need some sun protection since I am so fair skinned.
Sarah Hall says
Using sunscreen is a necessity for our grandchildren so I would like to win and try these new products.
Ashley C says
I love how safe their products are, that is something I look for in a sunscreen
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Leela says
I love trying new products.
Nancy says
I’d like to have this because we all need sunscreen.
Faye Gates says
I learned a long time ago that sun is your enemy.
Aubrey says
I would like to win because I use a lot of sunscreen.
Charlene S. says
I would love to win because we live in Colorado & wearing sunscreen daily is a must.
Erica B. says
I burn easily so I’m always looking to protect my skin.
Lisa V. says
I actually use these sunblocks. Work well with my sensitive skin.
patricia caradonna says
It is hard finding a good sunblock. I would love to try this one. We go to the beach every weekend.
Breanne says
I’d like to win this to protect my skin.
karen mayernick says
I would like this prize because the whole family uses sunscreen on a daily basis. Also we have a pool, so we would have plenty enough to share with everyone that comes over! Thanks for the opportunity!
Robin says
I would like to win because I try to wear sunscreen every time I go outside the house.
Betty says
I remember your earlier review. You get to a certain age and start noticing how many people you know who are having melanoma issues. Paired with your scary statistics, the idea of takinng care of your skin year round shifts from reasonable ideas to a part of our routine healthy habits. I would like to try out blue lizard products – especially the sensitive formulas
susan smoaks says
i wear sunscreen everyday. i would love to win because it would be nice to try this sunscreen.
Lisa L says
I’d love to win as these sunscreens sounds great! I’m not that great about applying sunscreen in the winter, will need to change that & wear sunscreen daily!
Susan Smith says
I’d like to try this because my skin burns easily and I need to be protected.
trixx says
I would love to win this as I have not tried Blue Lizard products before
Bryan E. says
Would like to try the Blue Lizard Face; we wear sunscreen year-round here in the desert southwest !
Linda Russell says
I love trying new products and winning this would be a fantastic way to do so!
Linda Bradshaw says
I would like to have this prize pack so I can have it for this summer. I would love to give it a try.
Laura J says
I would like to win this because my children and I burn so easy.