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Extreme itching after applying sunscreen

Extreme itching after applying sunscreen

After applying sunscreen and some other lotions I get this extreme itching that can only be relieved by taking a shower and washing the sunscreen off. Does anyone know what causes this?
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Hi

This may be an allergic contact dermatitis. Does this happen immediately after applying the sunblock or does this  occur after exposure to the sun. Chemical photosensitivity is also a differential here. The sunscreen may react with the prolonged sun exposure and cause a sensitivity reaction with the skin. I suggest you avoid using the sunblock. Get sunblocks which are organic or hypoallergenic. Try this out on a small patch of skin before applying them on large areas.

Do you have known allergies?

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Thank you very much for your reply. This happens within minutes after putting sunscreen on in the house before I even go outside. I have to apply sunscreen to my sun before he goes to camp and I have to wash it off immediately.

I do not have any allergies or skin issues.I have tried tons of sunblock, no paba, no aloe, all natural, etc. etc and still have not found one that works.
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