Top 13 Kids Best Protection & Safe Sunscreens
by Bibi on Thursday, June 9th, 2011 | 18 Comments
SUMMER….SUMMER….SUMMER……where are you?
Maybe you noticed that lately I have been complaining
Honestly, yesterday according to my huge wall calendar it was JUNE 8th…… and I was wearing long pants and sweatshirt….that is absolutely ridiculous and will not stand for that.
Do you hear me Mother Nature? Do you?
I figured that if I keep writing about summer stuff Mother Nature will eventually take the hint and some sunshine will come our way as well.
So here it goes…lets talk about SUNSCREENS…..specifically sunscreens that offer the best protection for our children.
If your kids are anything like mine you spend hours and hours telling them over and over
We all need to pay close attention and protect our kids as well as ourselves from harmful UV rays.
Skin cancer is on the rise and lots of it is from not applying proper sunscreens and not paying attention to protection from sun from an early age.
Therefore……using the proper sunscreen to protect our kids from sun damage is very important.
When using a sunscreen for kids you need to have few things in mind:
#1 Sunscreen is not expired
#2 Make sure the kids sunscreen has the highest SPF available
#3 Sunscreen is water-resistant
#4 Sunscreen for kids is hypoallergenic and fragrance free
#5 Sunscreen provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection.
#6 Sunscreen does not contain lots of harmful chemicals
Every year before summer starts I do a little research and see what sunscreen protection for kids is available on the market.
I make a list of best sunscreen lotions to protect my kids and I look for sales and coupons, because….have you seen the price of sunscreen lotions lately?
According to my internet research the best and safest sunscreens and sunblocks that have everything that I look for to protect my kids from the sun and keeping them from harmful chemicals at the same time are:
- Aveeno Baby Natural Protection Mineral Block Face Stick, SPF 50
- Blue Lizard Baby Australian Suncream, SPF 30
- Coppertone Kids Pure & Simple Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50
- Coppertone WaterBabies Pure & Simple Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50
- BabyGanics Cover Up Baby Sunscreen for Face & Body, Fragrance Free, SPF 50+
- BabyGanics Cover Up Baby Sunscreen Stick, Fragrance Free, SPF 50
- Badger Baby Sunscreen, SPF 30+
- COOLA Baby Unscented Natural Mineral Sunblock, SPF 45
- COOLA MineralBaby Moisturizer Suncare, Unscented, SPF 45
- UV Natural Baby Sunscreen, SPF 30+
- Little Forest Sunscreen Lotion For Babies and Kids, SPF 30+
- Neutrogena Pure & Free Baby Sunblock Stick, SPF 60+
For many years Neutrogena and Banana Boat were on top of my list when it came to using sunscreen for myself and my kids, but few days ago I read a post called “Is Your Sunscreen Harming You?” from a Stumble Buddy of mine Heather from With A Side Of Sneakers which made me change my mind.
To make sure your kids are well protected this summer sunscreen can’t do the job on it’s own.
To give your kids maximum sun protection make sure they:
- put on the sunscreen
- wear sunglasses
- put on the hat
- use sun protection clothing
- Stay in shade and keep hydrated
Do you have a favorite sunscreen lotion that offers great sun protection and rates low on health concern list and it’s not on my list? Let me know.
One more thing….I love COMMENTS like everyone else so go ahead and let me know how am I doing.I would love to hear from you.
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I am still waiting for summer too here. First it was cold forever, now that it is finally hot it’s raining every day. Maybe if I stay home wearing my bathing suit, mother nature will get my message.
About sunscreen, I recently got the neutrogena Spf 70 at target because they had a mini pocket one with it. I love it because it is lighter than the ones I usually get. Under make up, it’s not a good idea though.
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That’s the spirit. If we all pull together we might wake up Mother Nature,lol
Great infos! I didn’t know sun screen could expired… Thank you so much for this useful post!
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Yes, sunscreens do come with an expiry date, but I wonder what happens if you use them anyway? I need to check into that.
Just found your article via SITS! Thanks for sunblock tips and I hope it gets warm where you are soon, you can take my KY heat
Thanks for stopping by and if this weather will continue I just might take you up on your offer,lol
This is so important especially now with the increased risk of developing skin cancer. I wish my daughter would keep her hat and sunglasses on when she is outside.
Joy, that is same with my boys. I need to be on that all the time.
Thanks for the tips, I am always wondering which ones really work the best! Visiting from SITS 31DBBB!
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Thank you for stopping by, Miranda. I hope I gave you some ideas.
Thank heavens for the warmer weather! Even if you were feeling cold and down in the dumps, after reading your post which is colourful and full of life – one can only but feel better and ready for summer – PS Don’t forget your fav. sun-screen!
Lol, no worried, Debra. When the sun finally decides to show up I have my sunscreen and hat ready to go.
Great information as always! You are just of wisdom and good recipes!
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Lisa, you are too kind
Great advice, Bibi! I am going to buy Badger for this summer!
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Great post with important tips!
Great info (as always!!!!!) can’t wait to use some at the beach!
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Great advice and links. I am going to check out the link on the harmful sunscreens. I remember using Sea n Ski as a kid. Do they still make that? I loved the smell! Great photos too… is this your family? Gorgeous!
P.S. Be careful using facesticks.. I did on my daughter and you can’t see where it went on well…so she ended up looking like a racoon around her eyes!
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