9 Best Sunscreens for Kids
Whether your child is at the beach or in the backyard, sunscreen is a must. Look for one with an SPF of at least 30 that screens out both UVA and UVB rays, like these picks.
By Rachel Morris from Parents Magazine
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Peter Ardito
Episencial Sunny Sunscreen
This mineral-based sun protection was developed for the delicate skin of babies and kids, and the moisturizing properties will help skin that's been in the sun and the water. $15; episencial.com
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Peter Ardito
Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids
Perfect for the pool or beach, this sunscreen is designed to cut through water to adhere to wet skin without dripping off, and it continues to provide protection when kids dive back in. $11; neutrogena.com
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Peter Ardito
Coppertone Water Babies Delicate Foaming Lotion
The moisture-rich formula dispenses in a fun foam that rubs in quickly and easily. $11; cvs.com
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Sunbow Sunscreen
Kids will love seeing their favorite characters on the bottle of the zinc oxide-based cream. Plus, it squirts out in fun colors like pink and yellow, but dries clear. $13; drugstore.com
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Dr. Robin Sunscreen for Children
Created by a pediatric dermatologist, this lotion includes natural minerals as well as quinoa and oat for soothing hydration. $24; drrobin.md
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Peter Ardito
Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Mineral Kids
You can feel good applying this natural, budge-free sunscreen to your kid this summer; minerals provide moisturizing protection. $10; albabotanica.com
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Mustela High Protection Sun Lotion
Minerals zinc oxide and titanium dioxide combine with other natural ingredients such as aloe vera to form a soothing but protective SPF 50 barrier lotion. $15; Babies "R" Us
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Peter Ardito
Kiss My Face Sport Clear Spray Spritz
Try this sweat-resistant spray on your little athlete. The quick-drying formula will guard active tots from harmful rays. $17; kissmyface.com
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Peter Ardito
Le b?b? Coo SPF Wipes
Try these for a mess-free way to screen your child from the sun. The towels protect and soothe your kid's skin with organic ingredients like aloe vera and chamomile. $44 for 40 wipes; lebebecoo.com
Originally published in the August 2011 issue of Parents magazine.
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