The reaction was most likely due to PABA being present in the sunscreen you
used. Both my brother and I react the same way. Always look for PABA-free
sunscreens and lotion - if you use them.

Arthur McConnachie
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> I experienced what I thought to be a sun allergy 2 times in my life.
> Once in Greece many moons ago, and once in Hawaii just a few years ago.
> I had raised spots on my forearms, lower legs and upper chest area.
> The Dr. in both countries said it must be an allergic reaction to the sun
> since I was so pale. *pale to them*  lol  I really think it was either A)
> the sunscreen I used, B) the lotion I used, or C) the soap I used.
> Trish