You'll know that your sunscreen is a physical or mineral formulation by checking the ingredient list for titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. Adults should be using a higher SPF, and they can only benefit from fewer harmful ingredients and more sensitive formulations. There is some concern that it could be harmful to coral reefs— in fact, Hawaii and some cities in Florida have passed bills banning formulas that contain it. BabyCenter parents also say that Thinkbaby is great for sensitive skin, and worked for their babies when nothing else would. Apply a thin layer to small exposed areas like her face when shade and protective clothing are not available.

id":20159406309489,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"44170. Unlike chemical sunscreen, mineral sunscreens stay on the surface of the skin and aren't absorbed into the body, explains Marissa J. id":39789580550257,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"42795. And, it's water-resistant for up to 80 minutes so you won’t have to get out of the water too quickly. Note that this isn't the case with all of their Kids sunscreens: their SPF 45 version contains some of the moderate-risk chemical sunscreen ingredients.This sunscreen offers the highest possible protection of 50+ SPF, with the highest possible level of water resistance (80 minutes)! I could clearly see it was on but it didn't need to be rubbed in which, when you have a wriggly child, can lead to sunscreen in the eye and tears for hours. Many experts, however, advise sticking to a mineral sunscreen as opposed to a chemical sunscreen, especially for babies. Earth Mama takes health and beauty products very seriously, considering the sustainability, safety, and sensitivity of all ingredients they choose for their products.

It has great consistency and spread-ability without being tacky and a wonderful subtle smell, just a touch of papaya. Also, for that same reason, you might find that the sunscreen can rub off and stain some clothing or baby gear (car seats, strollers) simply due to the high zinc oxide content.Mineral-based protection with 20% zinc oxide, coconut oil, shea butter, and other ingredients that are hypoallergenic and developmentally-friendly. If you can find their Pure mineral-based sunscreen still, we think it's a good option, though we think there are plenty of better options to choose from on this list.

We put this sunscreen to the test on a sunny beach day in Cape Cod, and were very impressed with its overall effectiveness. I thought Thinkbaby's formulation was really silky and easy to rub on, and it stayed on well during a day at the beach," she says.Full disclosure: Some of these sunscreens, including the Baby Bum, ThinkBaby, and Babyganics varieties, were sent to us as free test samples by the manufacturer. Children 6 months and older should wear sunscreen when in the sun, but children younger should receive a doctor's approval first. Sun Bum doesn't smell like anything at all, a relief for parents who have children who are sensitive to scents. This dermatologist tested natural, mineral based sunscreen is highly effective for all skin types, is non-toxic and works to protect the skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays without the use of harmful chemicals found in other brands. Stephanie Porter, creative director with What to Expect, says the Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen also goes on easily, which has helped her when it comes to getting sunblock on both of her kids.

id":39693371998321,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"44175. The Benzyl Alcohol in particular has a rating of 5 by the EWG, and is likely to cause skin irritation in babies or toddlers with sensitive skin. INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: PURIFIED WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, GLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL ABIETATE, HEXYL LAURATE, CETYL DIMETHICONE, SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL, CITRUS PARADISI (GRAPEFRUIT) PEEL OIL, VACCINIUM MACROCARPON (CRANBERRY) SEED OIL, RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) SEED OIL, CARICA PAPAYA (PAPAYA) FRUIT EXTRACT, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, NATURAL FRAGRANCE OIL.Yes, you can apply sunscreen to babies younger than 6 months old, but you'll want to use it in minimal quantities.