Thinkbaby Sunscreen - Safe - Baby - Spf 50 Plus - 6 Oz

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Thinkbaby and Thinksport sunscreens are a physical sunscreen, meaning it works immediately upon application. It will maintain its SPF after 80 minutes of water immersion. The Environmental Working Group and the FDA recommend reapplying sunscreen every two hours. Introducing our award-winning, EWG Top Rated ThinkSport Safe Sunscreen created for athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and environmentally conscious consumers. Free of biologically harmful chemicals. No PABA, parabens, phthalates, BPA, oxybenzone, avobenzone, petroleum, gluten, dairy, or toxic chemicals. No animal by-products or testing. Life changing.. literally. Thinkbaby sunscreen is free from all three ingredients "octinoxate" "octisalate" and "phenoxyethanol" which have been linked to cause a a neurological change and can be neurotoxic when used frequently. Forever grateful for your truly clean and Safe sunscreen." ​ The risk of chemical inhalation during application. There is concern that inhaling aerosol-borne chemical particulate matter can be dangerous for kids' health.

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen offers a safer alternative for protecting your baby from harmful UVA/UVB rays, free radicals, irritants and biologically harmful chemicals found in many “natural” baby sunscreens on the market. Pros: Lightweight, nonirritating; skin-calming ingredients, National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance Thinkbaby and Thinksport sunscreens are perfect for sensitive skin. We recommend testing on a small area of the body to ensure that you don't have any sensitivities. Sunscreens that claim to be hypo-allergenic are nothing more than marketing hype in our opinion. As the population's exposure to chemicals has risen, there has been a direct correlation to things that people become allergic to. Simply google environmental exposure and allergies to view some of this research.

Safe Sunscreen Chemicals:Here are the relatively low-risk sunscreen chemicals, according to the same group: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Avobenzone, and Mexoryl SX. There is no evidence of hormone disruption for these and they have little to no skin penetration. But each is highly effective at preventing sunburn. The best way to avoid a sunburn is to stay out of the sun or keep your body covered with clothing! In addition to sunscreen, you might also want to consider some mosquito repellent for kids when they're outdoors, especially in mosquito prone areas or they're out near dawn or dusk. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Sunscreen Inactive Ingredients: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Propanediol, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Bentonite, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Alumina, Sodium Gluconate, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Cellulose Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Glucoside, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyester-8, Silica, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, C18-21 Alkane. This dermatologist tested natural, mineral based sunscreen is highly effective for all skin types, is non-toxic and works to protect the skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays without the use of harmful chemicals found in other brands.

The American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP) recommends that when infants younger than 6 months cannot be fully clothed or kept in the shade, to apply sunscreen on any exposed skin. Once your infant is over 6 months, the AAP recommends applying sunscreen to all areas of the body. We continue the safer products mission by targeting harmful consumer product categories and developing safer alternatives. Mustela is an especially trusted brand for parents of babies with eczema, and it's thanks to products like this. The lotion has everything you want in baby sunscreen, with the added benefit of shea butter, avocado oil, and jojoba oil to calm and comfort skin. The nourishing ingredients also help to make an ultra-smooth formula that acts like a lotion: It spreads out smooth and leaves a glowy, hydrated sheen. INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: PURIFED WATER, CAPRYLIC /CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, POLYGLYCERY-4, ISOSTERATE, CETYL DIMETHICONE, HEXYL LAURATE, GLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED METHYL, ABIETATE (PINE WOOD RESIN), MAGNESIUM SULFATE (EPSOM SALT), CAPRYLHDROXAMIC ACID, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE, RIBES RUBRUM (CURRANT) FRUIT, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, TOCOPHEROL, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL, HYALUROUNIC ACID (PLANT BASED), CITRUS PARADISI (GRAPEFRUIT)Pros: Compact, fast-absorbing, reef-friendly; spreads easily; moisturizing ingredients, high EWG rating Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad-Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including:

Highest level of water resistance (80 minutes) (Highest level defined by proposed FDA 2012 Monograph) Enjoy the sun with your baby year-round with highly efficacious, gentle ingredients. ThinkBaby Sunscreen has got you (and your baby) covered (literally 😉)! The difficulty of seeing where you've applied sunscreen. It is hard to tell whether your kid is entirely covered when you use spray sunscreen, leading to a risk of sunburn. Thinkbaby and Thinksport sunscreens are perfect for daily use and for anyone spending time in the sun, including pregnant women, children over 6 months, and for anyone with sensitive skin. Please note that use of sunscreen on children younger than 6 months of age requires a doctor's prescription. This is true for ALL brands.Inactive Ingredients: PURIFIED WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, GLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL ABIETATE, HEXYL LAURATE, CETYL DIMETHICONE, SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, CARICA PAPAYA (PAPAYA) FRUIT EXTRACT, VACCINIUM MACROCARPON (CRANBERRY) SEED OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL, RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) SEED OIL, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE. With a cleaner, healthier science-led purpose, our mission is to create products with unyielding standards for efficacy that support the wellness of our consumers, their families and our global community. Trust the Bum! Sun Bum has been making fantastic sunscreen for babies, kids, and adults for about a decade and we've been consistently impressed with the quality and effectiveness of their products. They make plant-based sunscreen formulas that are reef friendly, cruelty-free, vegan, gluten free, hypoallergenic, and free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, dyes, fragrances, and silicone. What's left for them to include? Mineral-based protection with 20% zinc oxide, coconut oil, shea butter, and other ingredients that are hypoallergenic and developmentally-friendly. In fact, the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) safety database scores this sunscreen a 2 out of 10, meaning that it has one of the lowest possible toxicity and bioaccumulation scores. That makes us feel pretty good about putting this on our little ones! Thinkbaby and Thinksport sunscreen is a physical sunscreen which means it works immediately upon application. It is not necessary to apply 30 minutes before you are exposed to sunlight as is the case with chemical sunscreens. Thinkbaby and Thinksport sunscreen is classified as water resistant (80 minutes), which is the highest rating as proposed by the FDA's 2012 Monograph. It will maintain its SPF after 80 minutes of water immersion. The Environmental Working Group and the FDA recommend reapplying sunscreen every two hours.

What sunscreen SPF to use on a baby?At least SPF 50, but even higher is better. And limit their direct sun exposure, have them wear long sleeves and pants when possible, and put a sun hat on their head. Be sure to reapply the sunscreen repeatedly, try to keep your baby in the shade, and watch them closely for signs of a sun burn. Not to be scary, but one bad burn before the age of 16 years old can double your chances of getting skin cancer (Skincancer.org). The incidence of skin cancer is now larger than all other cancers combined (NIH).Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: