8 Best Sunscreens for Kids and Babies 2022

Sun Bum’s traditional sunscreen for adults is one of the best sunscreens for sensitive skin, so this version for babies is another great pick. Stick sunscreens are especially good for kids’ or babies’ noses, says Sabina Wizemann, senior chemist at the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab, since they can reach small spots (think scalp and ears, too). They’re also ideal for easily throwing in your beach bag or diaper bag, but Baby Bum also comes in lotion and spray form.

This Thinksport formula is one of the most popular sunscreens for kids and babies, and it even has an average 4.5-star rating across over 2,000 Amazon reviews. At less than $15, it’s an affordable sunscreen considering mineral sunscreens are often pricier than chemical formulas.

One reviewer says it’s her favorite sunscreen to use on her son because it “goes on like moisturizer, doesn’t leave a white cast, and smells faintly like coconut (delicious!).” The brand also makes a version for babies, and both are water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.