4 Sunscreen Rules for Babies Under 6 Months

Skip sunscreen entirely for infants under six months Their skin is too thin and absorbent, making irritation from sunscreen a bigger risk than sun exposure.

Use shade, hats, and lightweight clothing instead Keep babies under six months out of direct sun. Cover them with a hat and protective clothing.

Switch to mineral sunscreen at six months and older Use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide formulas. Chemical sunscreens can irritate sensitive skin, while mineral ones sit on top.

Apply SPF 30+ and reapply every two hours Reapply after water or sweat. The risk of sunburn outweighs the minimal risk from mineral sunscreen at this age.