Sun Protection
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Hypoallergenic Sunblock
Asked by M.M. from San Francisco
on April 2, 2010
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Hello,
My son and I go out on a stroll every day that is sunny, so we purchased the Aveeno sunblock lotion for babies, and it made him have a reaction to it. His skin...
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- Neutrogena they have a baby one. Its in stick form. I use that for my kids.
- neutrogena makes an amazing hypoallergenic line...it isn't for babies but it should be safe for him
- Hi M. - my son has the same problem. Even ones labled hypoallergenic and sensitive skin give him a reaction. Unfortunately it's going to be a little bit of trial and...
What's a Good Sunblock for Toddlers?
Asked by J.V. from Seattle
on May 19, 2008
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My 3 yrs old son has really sensitive skin. I use Coppertone Water Babies SPF 50 and he still gets really red and easily burns, especially the face. Do any of you la...
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- I use Nutragina's spray on sun screen for my little guy and I. I had trouble with any cream based product, so I went strait to the spray on for my baby.
- Try an European brand kids. They have slightly different ingredients plus an extra protection that here is not FDA approved and it is found just in the expensive brands.
- I've had great luck with Bullfrog spray-on sunblock. The spray makes it easy to put on a squirmy kid, and we've never had any burns while using it.
Sunblock for Toddlers
Asked by J.T. from New York
on May 2, 2010
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I really never gave much thought to the type of sunblock I put on my two year old daughter (except a strong spf and bought whatever was on sale) before a friend of min...
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- I used one of the popular spray brands on my baby and she developed a visible rash within an hour of application - so I went hunting for non-allergenic alternatives, w...
- I use Melaleuca's sunblock - it is naturally based with zinc oxide - it comes in spray and lotion. they are running a sale right now - you get a beach tote, choice of...
- I've only ever used the Coppertone baby kind in the pink bottle. It doesn't sting if it gets in their eyes, it seems to cover well and last long, and it's water proof ...
Can I Still Put Sunblock on My Son?
Asked by T.F. from Eugene
on July 4, 2009
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I picked up my son from grandma's house tonight and he got burnt. Again. He got burnt the last time he was there just a few days ago. She said that she put some sunb...
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- Tip: GREEN TEA has been shown in a recent study to help PREVENT the damage to DNA in skin cells that is caused by sunburns (and that can eventually lead to skin cancer...
- i would not put sunblock on the blister. You will need to cover it and keep him in the shade. Have you considered buying him some UPF clothing for Grandma's house?...
- I realize you have a lot of responses already, and the wedding is over, but I wanted to emphasize the importance of putting sunscreen on BEFORE going outside. Most art...
Advice for Toddler Nail Cutting and Sunblock
Asked by L.H. from Raleigh
on June 17, 2009
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I have an almost 14-month-old little girl who will not sit still to have her nails cut - I used to do it after she fell asleep in my lap after nursing, but she doesn't...
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- You could try cutting them in the high chair while she is distracted with something else like a toy (or a cookie or cheerios if you don't mind her eating while you do ...
- HI L. When I cut my son's nails (he's 2), I sing a little tune while I cut the nails to help distract him. I'll say something like "1,2,3, snip" or something else ca...
- I went through the nail thing with BOTH my girls. I'm sorry to say I don't have any good advice. I found it was a phase and it lasted about 6 months. We had the kic...
Good Sunblock for Sensitive Skin/ Ezcema
Asked by C.B. from Providence
on July 7, 2009
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My 19 month old son breaks out behind his legs and on his inner arms and seems to flare more the days I apply sunblock. Any suggestions out there for sensitive skin s...
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- Arbonne products work fantastic. No issues with my sons sensitive skin since birth once i switched to this product for his baths, body lotion and sunblock. Pricey bu...
- We have two kids with terrible ezcema in the same spotts as your son. Its a year round issue we have delt with for for the past ten years. We use all neutrogena pro...
- The only sunscreen that will work on my son's sensitive face and arms is Neutrogena Sensitive Skin. I lined up all of the mild baby ones that I was trying on him and ...
Sun Protecton
Asked by S.G. from Reno
on March 26, 2008
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I was wondering if any of you moms had some advice on how to protect a 4 month old from the sun.
We like going for walks and being outside, however I'm afraid of her ...
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- Hi S., Keep her out of the sun as much as possible and try the Arbonne Baby Care sunscreen - it's PURE, SAFE and Beneficial - even for new babies' precious skin! ...
- We took my daughter to Hawaii when she was 5 months old. My pediatrician advised me to liberally apply sunscreen. I used Coppertone waterbabies. I got both spray an...
- Hi, I am a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. I have a wonderful SPF sunscreen all natural for all ages. Please go to my website: www.marykay.com/lspringsteen1 Enjoy, L.'
Bug Spray & SunBlock
Asked by D.H. from Philadelphia
on March 29, 2007
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Can anybody suggest a bug spray and sunblock for my 9 month old. I have been looking around and just don't know which ones I should get.
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- We love AVONS skin so soft suntan lotion. No I don't sell AVON so I am not trying to make money LOL. I sold for them afew years ago we we love thsi product!!
- There is a very good one by California Baby but it's on the expensive side. You can usually get it at Whole Foods or Fresh Fields. Y.
- I use skin so soft (AVON) on my son for bug repellant. As for sunblock, a dermatologist who also has a baby recomends blue lizard, it is an australian company. They ...
Sun Protection for a Baby
Asked by M.G. from Phoenix
on October 6, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I know I can't put regular sunscreen on my 4 month old, but what about the herbal kind? If not, any suggestions for sun protection besides a sun hat and long...
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- I really like California Baby sunscreen. Also Badger makes a non-toxic no chemical sunscreen that I like even more - it is not as thick and it smells good. Environment...
- I've used Aveeno baby sunscreen on all 3 of my kids since just 3 or 4 months old. But I never but it on their faces when they were babies. Just the skin that was una...
- I wouldn't use coconut oil as many people use that to get a nice brown tan. Raw Shea butter actually has a SPF of about 5 naturally. I've found that I don't get burned...
Sunblock Vs. Sunscreen
Asked by R.C. from Peoria
on May 7, 2009
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My daughter is fair skinned and I am looking for a good lotion for the summer. She loves to be outside so I am looking for something that is waterproof and long lasti...
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- Sun Block!!! I am very fair skinned and you need to protect her from harmful rays. She is not in need of a tan. Protection always comes first. If you are going to ...
- That is an interesting article. I had always thought block/screen were the same. Makes me want to put it all over their bodies, not just the exposed areas. With 4 y...
- R., I use the Classic Sunshades with Zinc dioxide (SPF 30+) from Melaleuca. It is a great natural version. It is great for sensitive skin. Here is the link to take ...
