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| Top Sunscreens for the Average Parent |
| March 30, 2010 |
I don’t need to tell you about the importance of proper sun protection for both the average parent, and our kids. But, finding the right product and application technique can sometimes be difficult. In my case, applying sunscreen was always a battle with a wriggling little guy. He almost always ended up with greased hair and more than one eye irritation. I knew there had to be a better way. So I set out to find the best sunscreens that were easy to apply and didn’t irritate baby’s delicate skin or run into the eyes. I reviewed products guaranteed to be hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested, that were available through the local drugstore and online. While I tested more than 30 varieties, I’ve narrowed down the list to provide a few recommendations for both baby and the average parent. For more information on proper sunscreen use, check out my post sun protection: everything you need to know. |
| Baby Silk Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes from MD Moms (SPF 30+) |
| These towelettes retail for about $26.00 for 15, which I understand is a bit of a splurge, but trust me on this one. Baby Silk is the first pediatrician-developed personal care line especially for babies…so you know where their focus is. Because the application is so fast, easy and gentle they’re an ideal choice for parents with infants or children suffering from hyperactivity, sensory disorders and even autism. The MD Moms products have a fragrance that irritated my son when I used their lotion. However, the scent is so subtle in these towels, that I didn’t even realize it was there. |
| According to the company website, each wipe is saturated with a gentle, sweat-proof, broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen that’s enriched with Vitamins E and B5, marine silk, aloe and oat. It’s gentle enough for even the youngest baby’s skin. Each wipe contains enough sunscreen to cover baby from head to toe, with no fuss and no mess. It’s so easy to apply that I actually had to contact a company rep to make sure I was doing it correctly. |
| Some key features you can find with this product: Contains no phthalates, lanolin, mineral oil, petroleum or waxes; Contains physical sunscreens, titanium and zinc oxide, as the only active ingredients; Protects against UVA and UVB rays; Clinically tested & hypoallergenic; Made in the USA; No animal testing |
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