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Baby sun screen

7 replies

LadyCuntingtonThe3rd · 08/06/2015 16:21

Can anyone recommend a good sun screen lotion/cream for 5 mo that would be easily absorbing, hypoallergenic, non-sticky and wouldn't leave white smeares on skin?
I bought some ambre solaire one and feel that it was waste of money.

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SewSlapdash · 08/06/2015 16:22

I've never had a problem with Boots Soltan.

bumbleymummy · 08/06/2015 19:48

Is it suitable for babies under 6 months? Very few suncreams are. At that age I would be trying to keep them covered - parasol/hat/long sleeved light clothing and keep them in the shade.

Tomuchcake · 11/06/2015 00:47

A 5 month old really shouldn't be exposed any sun at all.
But sunsense milk is good (Amazon and not cheap)

Tomuchcake · 11/06/2015 00:48

Altho, do check age, if suitable for a 5 month old

Tandemitis · 11/06/2015 00:53

I use Nivea Kids factor 50, but at that age I was keeping her completely out of the sun. I'm sure it's supposed to leave white marks when you've put enough on, til it sinks in?

Tomuchcake · 11/06/2015 00:58

Don't over do the suncream, it easily blocks sweat glands that stop you from sweating, causing heat exhaustion

tiggy2610 · 11/06/2015 01:05

I have the bepanthen factor 50 for DS. It does say on the tube that is suitable for babies over 6 months and DS is just 5 but we've had no problems with it at all.

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