Sunscreen for children and babies: the best sunscreen for the little ones
The skin of our children must be protected with the best sunscreen for children and babies in circulation, and there is no doubt about this! The sun is good for children, it helps them to produce vitamin D, as well as playing outdoors and breathing fresh air. However, it is necessary to use the best sunscreen for children and babies so that these moments do not become dangerous for their health.
Sunscreens for adults are not always suitable for our children, for whom it would be better to prefer specific lines of sunscreen for children and babies, in order to avoid possible contact allergies (in this case, it is better to contact a good pharmacist immediately) .
For the first 6-8 months of life, it is better to avoid direct exposure to sunlight, while up to 3 years it is preferable to have exposure limited to short periods and only in the early morning or late afternoon, strictly avoiding the time slot 11-16. In both cases, and even if the child is always covered in the wheelchair, never forget to use a baby sunscreen anyway.
Here, before proceeding, some useful information on the causes and the most effective remedies against sun spots.
Sunscreen 50, 50+? What is the best SPF for a baby and baby sunscreen?
A baby sunscreen must have a very high protection factor to protect the baby's very delicate skin: therefore, a baby sunscreen with SPF 50+ should be preferred. For older children, on the other hand, it is better to start with a high or very high protection baby sunscreen (50 or 50+), and then move - as they get tanned - to a 30 protection baby sunscreen.
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Sunscreen for children and babies with a good INCI: physical or chemical filters?
If the child does not suffer from specific diseases and does not use drugs that prohibit exposure to the sun, it is not necessary to use a sunscreen for children or babies with physical filters, that is of mineral derivation (it is mainly titanium dioxide and oxide zinc). Even normal creams with chemical filters will do well: their use is generally preferred because it does not leave the annoying white patina that is difficult to absorb, typical of sunscreens with physical filters.
The choice is yours. Consider, in any case, that most of the sun creams for children and babies on the market are made up of a mix of the two filters, guaranteeing excellent protection from UV rays, but without greasing.
What is the best baby and baby sunscreen around? Here are some names
If you are looking for the best baby and infant sunscreen for your child, there are many interesting alternatives to try. Avène is a guarantee and offers a complete line of sunscreens dedicated to children, with a broad UVB-UVA spectrum and without silicones or parabens: in milk, cream or spray, it is suitable for the most sensitive skin.
Chicco has created a very good spay sun milk and a specific baby sunscreen, with a very high protection factor and physical filters.
- Avène spray sun milk for € 18 on Amazon
- Baby Moments Sun Screen Chicco at 12 € on Amazon
La Roche-Posay Anthelios is another of the best lines of sun creams for children: milk with thermal water is recommended. For particularly intolerant skins, Mustela 50+ is excellent, which dries quickly and is not sticky. Transparent and functional too. spray from Angstrom, always with SPF 50+.
Among the best children's sun creams there are also those Dermasol, a brand specialized solely in the production of face and body creams for children: the list includes many, each for a different age.
Finally, L "Amande offers a specific sunscreen for delicate skin, based on olive oil and vitamin E, rice starch and shea butter, which leaves the skin very soft.
- Anthelios La Roche Posay at the special price of 12 € on Amazon
- Angstrom sunscreen for sensitive skin at € 12.80 on Amazon
- Dermasol Bimbi Milk Spray for € 9 on Amazon
- L "Amande Enfant Soleil at 15 € on Amazon
Organic sunscreen for children and babies: when good INCI is guaranteed
For those who prefer to choose an organic baby sunscreen, there are several proposals with a good INCI. La Saponaria offers Oselobio products, a high protection cream with Jojoba, argan and sunflower oil, vitamin E, chamomile and mineral filters. Eco Cosmetics instead uses a very resistant formulation for its sunscreen, perfect for those who spend a whole day on the beach.
- Kids Eco Cosmetics sunscreen also for the face on Amazon at the exceptional price of 19 €
Bjobj creates a water-resistant sunscreen for children and babies that is very suitable for children with fair skin, with great emollient properties. Bema products also offer excellent protection for your child's skin and ensure no irritation, as well as the body and face sunscreen for children by Officina Naturae.
A good INCI is also guaranteed by Helan Kids and Alga Maris sunscreens. Finally, aloe vera, shea butter and argan oil are the secret of Cosm-etica's very high protection sunscreen, without preservatives, dyes and perfumes.
- Bjobji sunscreen for children at € 16.50 on Amazon
- Baby sun protection by Officina Naturae for 16 € on Amazon
- Sole Bimbi Helan at 15 € on Amazon
- Sun Emulsion Kids Cosm-ethical Spray at € 24.90 on Amazon
- Alga Maris solar stick spf 50+ at € 14.50 on Amazon
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Sun creams for children and babies: the best tips for your child to enjoy the sun
Your kids' sunscreen tips are never enough!
Remember to put baby or baby sunscreen on your child about every two hours, because over time, even the best sunscreen loses its effectiveness. Apply it again even if the child has not bathed or if he has used a waterproof cream.
Sunscreen should always be applied to dry skin.
Even if you have used the best sunscreen for children and babies around, avoid exposing your child to the sun all day and especially in the hottest hours, because the risk of sunburn is always around the corner. The same applies if the child spends his day on the beach under an umbrella: the reflection of sand and water intensifies the power of the sun's rays and the child could still get burned.
Using a good sunscreen for children and babies is important even if you don't take your children to the beach: don't forget to take it with you for any outdoor activity, even just to go to the park. And remember to always take care of its hydration.
