It is very important to protect the skin of children (and ours) from sunlight throughout the year, and of course, in summer when children spend many hours exposed to the sun.
For this, we must generously apply a photoprotective cream with a high protection factor (preferably SPF 50), in addition to taking other precautions that minimize the risks of sun exposure such as avoiding the central hours of the day, wearing glasses, caps and garments to avoid sun damage.
How sunscreens work
To understand how sunscreens work we have to understand what the number on the package means, which is the "Sun protection factor" (FPS or SPF in English). That is, it is the index that indicates the time during which the sunscreen increases the skin's natural defense capacity.
The calculation of the protection factor is done by comparing how the skin responds with protection and the skin without protection from sun exposure. For example, if your skin would burn in 20 minutes of sun exposure, the cream multiplies that figure by the factor in question.
If a person is able to be exposed to the sun for 20 minutes without burning, the choice of a photoprotector 15 will be 15 times better, that is, 300 minutes (5 hours). The relationship between the factor and the real protection increases exponentially. Protection grows rapidly to factor thirty and, from there, it grows gradually.
In any case, it is an approximate measure, since its effectiveness depends on many factors such as the time of day, whether it is winter or summer, the location ...
For babies and children 0 to 5 years must use a very high protection SPF 50+. Between 6 and 10 years of age always high (SPF30) or very high (SPF 50+).
In Babies and more Sunscreen for babies and children: everything you need to know to protect them from the sunThe 15 best children's sun creams to protect children's skin
Next, we have prepared a list of the most recommended brands of sun creams for children. They are products that meet the following characteristics:
- SPF 50+ protection
- UVA protection (associated with long-term skin damage) and UVB (those that produce burns)
- With physical or mineral filters: chemical filters (oxybenzone, octocrylene, avobenzone, octisalate), they are not recommended for babies and children under three years old. We indicate in the description the creams that contain physical filters, which although they usually leave a white trail, are increasingly formulated so that the film is less visible.
- Water resistant: Anyway, repeat the application every two hours.
- Hypoallergenic: Do not contain PABA (paraaminobenzoic acid), a substance that can cause allergic skin reactions.
- For sensitive skin: indicated for the delicate skin of babies and children.
Many of them indicate that they are indicated for babies from 0 months, but as pediatricians recommend it is preferable to avoid sun exposure of babies before six months and therefore the photoprotectors. If it is still inevitable and the baby will be exposed to the sun, use creams with the characteristics just mentioned.
1) ISDIN Pediatrics Fusion Fluid Mineral Baby SPF 50+
It is a fluid photoprotector that offers very high protection against UVB and UVA, HE-VL and IR-A. It is formulated with 100% mineral filters and indicated for atopic and intolerant skin. It has very high resistance to water and friction, yet it is convenient to reapply every two hours.
Its price is 19.95 euros .: //www.amazon.es/dp/B01E0PUYGK%2Fref%3Dsspa_dk_detail_8%3Fpsc%3D1
ISDIN Photoprotector Pediatrics Fusion Fluid Mineral Baby SPF 50+ | Sunscreen for babies +0 months | 100% physical filters | Suitable for all skin types | 50ml
Today on Amazon for € 19.95: //www.amazon.es/dp/B01E0PUYGK2) Mustela solar milk very high protection
Mustela sun milk for face and body is indicated for all skin types, including dry skin with atopic tendency and sun-intolerant skin. Contains protection against UVB and UVA rays, a organomineral filter system and being a milk, it is almost invisible on the skin.
Its price is 11.50 euros.
MUSTELA SOLAR MILK FACE 50+ 40 ML
Today on Amazon for € 11.50: //www.amazon.es/dp/B00HZ6X18A3) Avene cream 50+ physical screens
This Avene brand cream for intolerant skin is not from your pediatric line but when formulated without chemical filters, is ideal for babies' skin. It has no perfumes and is very waterproof. It has broad spectrum protection against UVB-UVA rays.
Its price is 16.29 euros
AVENE - AVENE Solar Cream Physical Screen Intolerant Skin spf-50 50 ml
Today on Amazon for € 16.29: //www.amazon.es/dp/B00SR8Z9LW4) Protextrem Sun Baby
It is a Ferrer Laboratory fluid that has very high SPF 50+ sun protection, protects against UVB-UVA rays, is hypoallergenic, water resistant and It does not contain chemical filters, only mineral filters.
Its formula contains the Multi-CELL ANTIOX complex that activates cell defense and repair systems to avoid short and long term injuries. The line also has sunscreen specially formulated for children with atopic skin.
Its price is 12.35 euros
Protextrem Sun Baby Mineral Fluid Fps 50+ 50 Ml
Today on Amazon for € 12.35: //www.amazon.es/dp/B01F5CH2SA5) Weleda Sun Baby and Kids
Sun cream with NaTrue and Vegan certifications. It is suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive since it does not contain perfumes. Have physical filters without nanoparticles, and confers protection against UVA and UVB rays.
Its price is 16.90 euros.
Weleda - Sensitive sunscreen for children without perfume. With snow flower extract. With SPF 50+ (50 ml) On Amazon for €6) Alphanova Baby
Alphanova Baby is a certified organic and vegan baby sun milk with a very high 50+ protection factor. Its hypoallergenic formula, Does not contain chemical filters (100% mineral of mineral origin), neither perfume, nor nanoparticles. Waterproof.
Its price is 13.95 euros
SOLAR CREAM FACIAL BABY F50 +
Today on Amazon for € 13.95: //www.amazon.es/dp/B0084ZG9IK7) Organii solar milk
SPF50 solar milk It has 100% mineral protection, protects against UVA and UVB rays, waterproof and is effective immediately after application. ITS formula is free of dyes, perfumes and parabens and has an organic and ethical certificate. Suitable for vegans
Its price is 36.25 euros.
Organii G11100 - Sunscreen, unisex
Today on Amazon for € 36.25: //www.amazon.es/dp/B01EB0N2DG8) Dhyvana Natural Sunscreen
The SPF 50+ Plus sunscreen is perfect for sensitive and atopic skin. Has 100% mineral physical filter offers a photo protection broad spectrum UVA + UVB. With extracts of marigold flower and sweet almond oil, moisturizes the skin, balances the pH and the skin biochemical protective mantle. Its formula is completely natural, without parabens, perfumes or silicones or nanoparticles.
Its price is 24.14 euros.
DHYVANA Natural Sunscreen. Very high mineral protection SPF 50 PLUS. Children & Atopic Skin.
Today on Amazon for € 24.14: //www.amazon.es/dp/B07JZ7B4HS9) La Roche Posay Anthelios Dermo-Pediatrics
Easy to apply cream thanks to its diffuser spray, which guarantees total protection of children's skin. It is especially indicated for sensitive or hypoallergenic skin. It confers protection against UVA and UVB rays.
Its price is 17.85 euros.
La Roche Posay Anthelios Dermo-Pediatrics Spf 50+ - 200 mlOn Amazon for €10) Ladival sun protection
Sun milk with vitamin A and nourishing oils, especially designed for atopic and sensitive skin. It gives immediate protection and is very resistant to water. It offers protection against UVA, UVB and infrared-A rays.
Its price, in sunscreen and after sun format is 14.75 euros.
LADIVAL - DUPLO LADIVAL CHILDREN50SPY + AFTERIn Amazon for €11) Garnier Delial Bruma - Antiarena
This sunscreen contains an innovative non-sticky formula that prevents sand from sticking to the skin, leaving a soft and suitable layer for all skin types. It offers protection against UVB and UVA rays, is water resistant and is applied by spray spray.
Its price is 10.89 euros.
Garnier Delial Children Sensitive Advanced Spray Anti-Sand Sunscreen for Clear, Sensitive Skin, High Protection IP50 + - 200 mlOn Amazon for €12) Vichy Ideal Soleil
This sunscreen has a hypoallergenic formula that has been tested on sensitive skin under dermatological and pediatric control; In addition, it is free of perfumes and parabens. Its texture is very fluid making its application easy. Protects against UVA and UVB rays.
Its price is 17.24 euros: //www.amazon.es/dp/B00D3HWMPS%2Fref%3Dsspa_dk_detail_7%3Fpsc%3D1%26pd_rd_i%3DB00D3HWMPS%26pd_rd_w%3D7TpaD%26pf_rd_p%3Dbb91eb88-db8c-4e25-86ef-3dc2db362fa7%26pd_rd_wg % 3Ded5C5% 26pf_rd_r% 3DHGJSCE8AWEYSJXK34WFN% 26pd_rd_r% 3D2251452b-82ba-11e9-8993-cb2d847a8b8c.
VICHY IDEAL SOLEIL Protective Milk Children spf 50 300 mlIn Amazon for €13) Nivea Sun Kids Protect & Play
Light textured sun cream, unmistakable perfume and quick absorption, which guarantees immediate protection. It has a convenient roll-on format that allows it to be applied quickly and easily. It is waterproof and its touch is not sticky. Protects against UVB and UVA rays.
Its price is 6.90 euros.
NIVEA SUN Roll-On Solar Children Protect & Play FP50 + (1 x 50 ml), roll-on sunscreen for children, waterproof sunscreen, very high sun protection On Amazon for €14) Photoderm Mineral Spray SPF 50+
This Bioderma brand spray lotion contains 100% mineral filters that protect against UVA and UVB rays so it is indicated for the skin of young children, atopic or intolerant skin.
Its price is 15,96 euros
Bioderma Photoderm Mineral Spf 50+ Fluide - Sun protection, 100 ml
Today on Amazon for € 15.96: //www.amazon.es/dp/B00L5OTOM015) Bepanthen Suncream
Sun cream for extrasensitive skin, since it is free of dyes, fragrances and parabens. It is especially waterproof, and offers high protection against UVA and UVB rays.
Its price is 12.01 euros.
Bepanthen Baby Sun Cream SPF 50 + 75 ml
Today on Amazon for € 12.01: //www.amazon.es/dp/B01IR585CO
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