Sunscreen Guide

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Written By Meggie Owsiak

Protecting your family from the sun is so important for your health and to ensure everyone enjoys a day outside. Here is a list of recommended sunscreens for babies, kids and adults.

Mineral sunscreens are advised for kids as they are gentler on your skin and avoid chemicals, but they do tend to leave a white cast and are harder to rub in entirely. In terms of SPF, it is advised to wear one that is above 30 SPF at all times, I usually wear 50 SPF. Anything above 50 SPF is not more effective, so no need to go crazy with something like 70 SPF. I have also included my favorite water resistant pouch to store all my sunscreens when on the go and a few applicators I find helpful for kids.

Sunscreen for Babies

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Blue Lizard Baby Mineral Sunscreen
Blue Lizard Baby Mineral Sunscreen
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If your baby has especially sensitive skin, Blue Lizard Baby Mineral Sunscreens is a good option out there to protect them and avoid any kind of breakout from use.

Think Baby Clear Zinc Sunscreen
Think Baby Clear Zinc Sunscreen
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This Think Baby SPF 30 sunscreen is a clear zinc formula that leaves less of a white residue on your skin, but still offers safe protection like a mineral sunscreen would.

Think Baby Mineral Sunscreen
Think Baby Mineral Sunscreen
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Think Baby Mineral SPF is my favorite mineral sunscreen to use on babies. It is advised to not use much sunscreen on babies under 6 months, keeping them out of the sun is preferred, but if they are going to be exposed to the sun use one that is 30 SPF or higher. Mineral sunscreen is advised because it is less irritable on their sensitive skin without using chemicals.

Sunscreen for Kids

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Supergoop! Play Sunscreen Lotion
Supergoop! Play Sunscreen Lotion
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Supergoop Play Sunscreen Lotion is a great everyday lotion that is lightweight and sweat and water resistant up to 80 minutes! It is available in several size bottles, the 18 oz pump bottle is the best deal if you want a big bottle for at home application.

Blue Lizard Sensitive Skin Sunscreen
Blue Lizard Sensitive Skin Sunscreen
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If you have a kid with sensitive skin, this is a great option for sunscreen that won’t irritate them. I have polled you all many times and consistently get feedback that this has worked better than any other brand.

Kids Brush on Block Powder Sunscreen
Kids Brush on Block Powder Sunscreen
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Putting sunscreen on kiddos, especially areas like their scalp can be a challenge. Say hello to mineral powder sunscreen. You just use this convenient brush for quick and mess-free application.

Sunscreen for Adults

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Sun Bum SPF 30
Sun Bum SPF 30
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For an everyday option, Sun Bum 30 SPF is a great lotion option to safely protect your skin.

Elta MD UV Daily Face Sunscreen
Elta MD UV Daily Face Sunscreen
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This is a great sunscreen for daily application on your face. I love that it is not oily and can be worn under your makeup year round as a moisturizer.

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen
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Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen is some of my favorite sunscreen for your face. It is a clear formula so it doesn’t leave any white residue and melts right into your skin.

Alba Botanica Sunscreen Spray
Alba Botanica Sunscreen Spray
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This is my favorite spray sunscreen for kids and adults. It is 30 SPF and is the easiest for me to apply to my family quickly, just make sure you ensure proper application avoiding wind and around others.

Other Sun Protection Products

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Foundation Makeup Brush
Foundation Makeup Brush
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I am obsessed with this makeup brush, it very smoothly applies anything from foundation to concealer to sunscreen.

Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator
Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator
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If you prefer using sunscreen lotion, this applicator is so efficient and mess-free to use. Simply squeeze the lotion inside and it rubs on with the sponge so you don't have to get your hands covered.

Baggu 3 Piece Pouch Set
Baggu 3 Piece Pouch Set
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I love the brand Baggu for reusable and sustainable products! This set of 3 zipper pouches is a great solution for anything from sunscreen storage to a small cosmetic bag to a place to throw wet suits after a pool day. Machine washable too!

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Meggie Owsiak
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