Store shelves are stocked with an ever-growing range of formulas, ingredients, and

SPF numbers. It can be a real challenge to figure out what you need and what will be safest for your child's sensitive skin. We're here to guide you to the brands that are the safest and most effective when it comes to protecting the skin of your kin! Little ones should be wearing sunscreen after 6 months of age. Prior to hitting that milestone, Debbie Palmer, DO, a New York dermatologist and author of Beyond Beauty, stresses the importance of dressing your baby in protective clothing (like hats, sunglasses, and sleeves) and seeking shade when it's appropriate. Palmer's wisdom on sun safety for kids doesn't stop there: "I recommend parents look for the ingredients zinc oxide and titanium dioxide in sunscreen products, and stay away from sprays that might expose young lungs to potentially harmful chemicals." Thankfully, she has a few product suggestions for us. Plus, the Skin Cancer Foundation made shopping for sunscreen way easier for parents. You can look for the foundation's blue square Seal of Recommendation to know the product will be both safe and effective for your kids. Read on to see a few of Dr. Palmer's faves and plenty of other Skin Cancer Foundation-approved kids' sunscreens. Plus, you're not going to want to miss out on the best package deals to stock up!                                                                                                          http://www.bestproducts.com/parenting/kids/g1060/safe-sunscreen-for-kids/
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