Needing Sensitive Skin Sunblock for Toddler

Try California Baby. It is top rated for baby sunscreens by the Enviorenmental Working Group. I'm attaching the link to their sunscreen review database:
http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/special/sunscreens2008/i...
They review sunscreens on their protection effectiveness as well as their health safety. For example, they will tell you whether they contain harmful carcinogens or potential allergens. There are other sunscreens with higher ratings than the California Baby that might even be gentler, but I don't know if they are concerned with possible stinging in the eyes (although I think they all do a little). Some of the sunscreens are brands I've never heard of and will probably only be available online.

Hope that helps!

Try going out without putting the sunblock on him. If he still has the bumps, it is probably heat rash. Things to do for heat rash are to dress him lightly, keep him in the shade, and keep him in a hat. If you son is fair skinned and light hair he is probably more prone to heat rash. If he has the rash, you can cool him down by a wet wash rag.

We LOVE the Sunshades Mineral Sunblock from Melaleuca. It's been absolutely amazing. It's the only thing my daughter can use that doesn't make her scratch until she bleeds.

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I would second california baby - though it can be tough to find. When it was sold out last time I was looking for sunscreen, we bought Nature's Gate sunblock.

Whatever you buy, I would suggest you find something with a short ingredient list and preferable physical UV-blockers like Zincoxide or titanium-oxide, they tend to cause less reactions that the chemical UV-blockers.

Good luck.

Hi L., my 3 year old has very sensitive skin also and I recently tried Neutrogena sensitive skin spf 60 and he hasn't broken out in a rash at all from it.

You might try Jason's Sunbrella from Whole Foods. Its not very expensive and it works well for my little ones.

CA Baby is awesome, and I hear that Badger is great too. I have really sensitive skin (and bad eczema), and I use the CA Baby too and have had no problems at all. Good luck!

My little guy (almost 2 yrs) has extensive birth-marking on his body and sensitive skin, so I don't use chemicals on him. I've been using Nature's Baby Organics Diaper Cream (www.naturesbabyproducts.com or Costco). It has a high percentage of Zinc Oxide, so it seems to work just fine for playing in our sunny yard. If we were planning to spend a day at the pool or beach, I would try Aubrey Organics Sunblock (www.aubrey-organics.com)

Good luck!
~A.

If it works on his legs and arms w/o problem as you mentioned, try getting an oil-free "Face" version for only his face. These have a slightly different make-up in them. Neither I nor my 9 y.o. can wear "regular" sunscreen on our faces, so we've been through many different brands till I finally gave up and got some from the dermatologist. Spendy, but worth not having to deal with the break outs.
I think Nutrogena makes a "face" brand that works, or try some thing from the natural section. Also, ask a pharmacist at the drug store. Some of those sunblocks are pretty rough, and not really intended for the sensitive areas of the face and neck.

Again, California Baby is by far the best sunscreen in not only having the least toxic and most gentle/safe ingredients, but also in how well it works against the broad spectrum of sun rays (UVA & UVB rays) so I think it's worth every penny (about $18 at Target). It's quite thick so it goes a long way so i think you'll find it to be worth the price too.
Good luck!

S.
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California Baby. Just order it, so you don't have to look for it. Another GREAT thing about them that hasn't been mentioned here is that they use BPA-free ingredients AND packaging.

Make sure you're not using too harsh/high of an SPF; I've read on this board that 35 is plenty and 50 can easily cause problems. Also, and I've read this in multiple places, the key is liberal and frequent application, not necessarily a high SPF. Even a high SPF lotion's effectiveness is cut down severely by applying it too thinly or sporadically, so it's better to get a lower SPF and slather it on instead.

L.,

You have probably heard this already, but just in case...you should try a mineral sunblock instead of the chemical ones. www.cosmeticsdatabase.com lists products by "safety", i.e. least amount of chemicals. The easiest sunblock to find that they recommend is by California baby and it is chemical free. Good luck.

K.

My daughter has exima and I have very sensitive skin. We use Banana boat-Baby tear free. it is hypoallergenic, 50 SPF, and waterproof.
I stay away from anything with a sent. for example, we can only wash our cloaths in tide free ad clear.
I was a bit dessperate to find a sunblock too a few months ago.
Good luck!

We've had good luck with California Baby. I got some at Target recently. It's expensive, but I like that there are no unnecessary ingredients in it, like fragrance!

I also highly recommend the EWG website link the other momma sent. It's an eye opener!

Hi L.,

We just had the same problem with Baby Blanket and Banana Boat on our 2 year old. I called her pediatrician and he recommended Neutrogena Pure and Free or Blue Lizard. I couldn't find Blue Lizard anywhere but online (and with the awesome weather that we've been having, who wants to wait for that?!). I found the Neutrogena one at Target for $9.99 (the best price I've seen so far)and it's been great! Hope this helps!
~L.

Avenno works well, we use the lotion and the sunscreen. We love it.

Good morning! I feel for your little guy and you! With this fabulous weather you want to be able to be outside enjoying it safely!

I highly suggest Arbonne's Baby Care SPF 30+ Sunscreen!!! If you haven't heard of Arbonne, they are a company who make pure, safe, and beneficial skin care products. They are 100% vegan and their products do not contain chemical fragrances or mineral oil... both of which may be reacting to your son's sensitive skin.

I have so many friends who swear by this sunscreen for their kids! And it is the only brand I use.

If you'd like a sample I'd be happy to send you one to try for your little guy. I truly think you'll love the results!

Best of luck! :)Y. Golemo ____@____.com

L., Sunrider has the best sunblock that I have ever found. Find it under Sunrider.com online. Look under products. The "milk" version is best on little ones. The best part is that ALL the Sunrider products are made in the same facility that manufactures food products - so you know the FDA knows these are all food grade items! Good luck! Feel free to email me at ____@____.com if you have questions.

Try California Baby. My son has sensitive skin and so far we have not had any problems.

My daughter who is now 9 yrs had that same reaction to sunscreen. My pediatrician advised me to use a lower spf. We switched to spf 30 and her bumps went away. Hope that helps.

We have used Aveno and Bannana Boat our our sensitive skin toddler and that seems to work the best for us.

I have had the exact same problem with my son. Water babies and coppertone sport make my son breakout on his face, neck and arms. The only one I have found that works for him is Banana Boat Kids Dri-Blok. It is and SPF 30 and it is not greasy or sticky. Sand does not stick to it. That is what made me try it in the first place. Banana Boat Ultra Mist Kids Spray sunblock works well too. Banana boat products seem to work the best for my kids. Good luck!

Try Califoirnia Baby first, then UV Naturals if California Baby doesn't work. UV Naturals is great but pricey and a bit sticky for toddlers, otherwise that would be my first suggestion. California Baby is great, more lotion like and protects my 3 year old red head perfectly!

Good Luck,
S.

A frind of mines son has the same problem, but he breaks out anywhere it is applied. I know she bought some sunblock from the co op (store that sells natural stuff). She hasnt had any problems with this brand (sorry I dont onow what it is). I also suggest looking online for sunblock for sensitive skin.

We like the Jason, I think it's SPF 46, and mineral sunscreens. It should be available at most natural food stores.

Hi L.-
Arbonne International has a line of baby products for sensative skin. My kids have exema and usually react to products, but the ABC products are free of the harsh chemicals that hurt especially sensative skin. I can send you a sample to try out if you want. I'm in the Vancouver area. ###-###-####. Hope this helps. A.

I found that Banana Boat works on my pale, sensitive-skinned children. We got the SPF 50 tearless spray for around $8 a bottle, but it is easy to put on and they have not had break out since we started using it a week ago.

Without a doubt, California Baby. Works fabulously for me and my son (now 18mos). Plus, it is less toxic (about a 1 out of a scale of up to 10). So you can feel good about knowing your baby is protected from the damaging effects of the sun but also by not putting toxins and carcinogens in your precious one's body. :)

I would go to New Seasons and look at all of their options. They have several natural brands, some are fragrance-free and mostly chemical-free (except for the blocking agents, of course). Neutrogena also makes a sunblock that is fragrance free that I have used a lot (I have sensitive skin), and I like it. Aveeno makes one for kids that I currently use on my son and he hasn't had any reactions.

My daughter is sensitive too. She gets allergy like symptoms from most sun blocks, and we have found that the "no ad" type is working well without side effects!

My aunt referred me to this site for other stuff, but it rates all cosmetics by toxicity. It shows California Baby one of the best, as moms have stated. Check it out for all your cosmetics. Search skindeep.com or follow the link below.
http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/browse.php?category=baby...

We can't use Baby Blanket or Bananna Boat. They both make my daughter break out. We like Jason's and Aveeno Baby. I have heard that Blue Lizard and Kiehl's are great for sensative skin, but haven't tried them. Have you tried the Water Babies face stick? The one that is shaped like a big chapstick? I can't use the regular lotion, but the stick doesn't bother my daughter.