Yes, brown babies need sunscreen too! Although it has been reported that very dark skin has a natural SPF of 13, it is recommended that everyone use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Here are 11 natural , non-chemical sunscreens to help you protect your little one’s skin all year. Just remember to consult your pediatrician before applying sunscreen on babies 6 months or younger.
All natural, non-nano formula with moisturizing organic oils is easy to get on a squirmy kid, smells great and the best part is the clear zinc formula doesn’t leave a white film on your baby’s skin.
Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sunscreen, SPF 30, Sprout San Francisco $18.95
An eco-friendly sunscreen that’s safe for even the youngest beach bunnies, this formula stays put all day.
Seventh Generation Wee Generation Baby Sunscreen, SPF 30, Diapers $14.29
Infused with citronella, lemongrass and cedar essential oils, this sunscreen not only smells great but is easy to put on, smooths bug bites and makes a great addition to your summer routine.
California Baby Summer Blend Broad Spectrum Sunscreen, SPF 30+, Good Earth Beauty $18.99
The Honest company has done it again! From everyone’s favorite clean personal care and comes their all natural, unscented, hypo-allergenic, non-whitening sunscreen.
Sunscreen SPF 30, Honest Company $13.95
Chamomile and Ccalendula extracts sooth babies skin while the non-nano 9 and non whitening zinc oxide protects their skin from the sun’s harsh rays. Great for the whole family.
Badger Balm Broad Spectrum Baby Sunscreen SPF 30, Drugstore $17.99
Paraben-free and PABA-free, this sunscreen goes on smoothly. It also contains vitamin C and E to help neutralize free radicals.
Thinkbaby Sunscreen, SPF 30+, drugstore.com, $14.99
Great for babies or adults with sensitive skin, Aveeno Baby Mineral Sun block stick can be gently applied to babies face and body with no drippy mess.
Aveeno Baby Sun Natural Protection Mineral Block, SPF 50, Amazon $8.99
Fragrance free, hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested, Dolphin Organics sunscreen goes on smoothly and is perfect for sensitive skin.
Dolphin Organics Naturals Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 32, Dolphin Organics $19.99
Butterbean, a line started by a Mom concerned about the chemicals in traditional sunscreen, contains non-nano zinc oxide and all natural, organic and fair trade ingredients
Butterbean Sunscreen SPF 30, Butterbean $10-16
Reasonably priced, this is a fragrance-free mineral sunscreen with aloe vera, green tea and chamomile help smooth sensitive skin.
Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Sunscreen, SPF 30, Soap $9.55
This sunscreen holds up great in water, making it a wonderful choice for active children who play in the water or go swimming. However, it’s best to reapply sunscreen once every 40 minutes, just to be safe.
Elemental Herbs Kids Sunscreen SPF 30+, Abe’s Marketplace $15.99
Made of 75% organic ingredients, this sunscreen is completely hypo-allergenic, fragrance free and has a non-greasy formula.
*For a complete list of mineral based, non-toxic sunscreen for the whole family, check out the Environmental Working Group’s 2013 Guide to Sunscreen here
