Should I use spray sunscreen on children?

Skip the spray sunscreen for kids. The inhalation risk is real — kids breathe closer to the spray, have smaller airways, and are more likely to squirm. Sprays also apply unevenly, leading to burns and false coverage. If you must use spray, spray it into your hands first, then rub it on. But lotion is just as fast, easier to get right, and avoids the chemical cloud.