Okay this is an odd question for you BPJ.
A few weekends ago I was out in the sun for an entire day. I did not burn; SPF was being worn. BUT I didn't wear a hat and due to my part in my hair, my scalp burned. So, now two weeks later my scalp is peeling and it is pretty bad. Any tips on how to help the peeling scalp? Or any tips on avoiding this for non-hat wearers?! Someone suggested you rub sunscreen on your part. But I thought, wouldn't your hair look greasy?! Thanks!
UPDATE: I was reading my Women's Health magazine and there was a section on Head to Toe Sun Beaters. They recommend the following for your hair part or anything other place you forget about. 
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P173683&cm_mmc%3dus_searc...
Sorry too lazy to do the html.
What Sephora says:
Sun Protection Stick Foundation SPF 35 PA++
A treatment-enriched stick foundation that defends against powerful UVA/UVB rays as it provides a sheer, natural finish. Glides on effortlessly to give skin a smooth, radiant look Unites optimal sun protection with skin-caring makeup. Provides excellent hydrating benefits to fight dryness and maintain skin's optimal moisture and softness. Resists perspiration and water to remain fresh for hours. Contains thiotaurine, an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals. Minimizes imperfections with a natural, dewy finish. Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation as an effective UV sunscreen.
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I was wondering the very same thing today myself!! Cos it is sooooooo hot and sunny where I am now (Singapore) even stepping out for a few minutes, my skin feels like it is BURNING.
I really just try to stay out of the direct sun. And I am also wondering if there are any products out there which addresses this problem you raised.
1Good question kiwi, I usually just stick a line of sunscreen on my part, and just work the greasy hair look haha, but I wonder if there is something else that would work besides doing that or a hat
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2Glad I am not the only one wondering haha!
3I usually do either the hat or the sunscreen on the part, when I can remember. I hate that greasy look, but I hate the dandruffy look more!
There's got to be some sunscreen for your hair or scalp out there.
4Great question. It's not like you can rub after-sun lotion on your head! I'd be interested in any solutions.
5I find I can avoid the greasy look if I apply the sunscreen to my part at home with a mirror, because I can get really specific with where it goes.
I haven't had this problem in a while though because if I'm in the sun I'll always have my hair pulled back (either in a pony or half up).
The flaky head is the worst though! Maybe use a brush in the shower focusing on where it's flaky to get the dead skin off where you can rinse it away? That sounds pretty gross, doesn't it!
6Good Luck - Hope it goes away quickly!
ok, can't help you with the future sun problem (I couldn't do the greasy hair thing- mine can get too greasy regardless), but here is a product you can try:
www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=14487&catid=10349
It's Neutrogena T/Sal therapeutic shampoo. It contains 3% salicylic acid to help flaking from dandruff, dermatitis, or psoriasis. A couple of years ago I had this viral condition related to psoriasis (I cringe at thinking about that whole thing) that left my skin and scalp flaky after the infection cleared. The derm recommended this product and it worked nicely. There is also a T/Gel conditioner (2% SA) that you could use as well. I don't know how sensitive your skin is or if you can tolerate that amount of SA, but it worked for me after a few days of use. Good luck!
7What if you try a oil free sunscreen spray? I think they make some like that.
8thanks everyone! I will look into everything.
9They do make sunscreen spray for hair, but I forget what it's called... my solution is definitely to pull it back so there's no part. Failing that, a careful application of sunblock seems like the next-best option.
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