Best Sunscreens for the Average Parent

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I don’t need to tell you about the importance of proper sun protection for both the average parent, and his/her kids. But, finding the right product and application technique can sometimes be difficult. In my case, applying sunscreen was a battle with a wriggling little guy, which usually ended up with greased hair and the occasional eye irritation. I knew there had to be a better way. So our team of reviewers 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. We reviewed products guaranteed to be hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested, and talked to both average parents and the experts to learn the best tips for top protection. In our product review, The Average Parent team has narrowed down the list to provide a few recommendations for both baby and the average mom looking for a good sunscreen base under makeup.

Check back next week when we’ll post recommendations for proper sunscreen application and the best solutions for soothing a sunburn. For now, here are our top picks.

baby silk babysafe sunscreen towelettes (SPF 30)

$26.00 for 15 towelettes, available online OK, so $26 is a bit of a splurge for just 15 applications, 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.

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.

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.