While we cannot tell you when it is absolutely safe to use this product on your baby, we can tell you that the sunscreen has been formulated to be gentle. It is a mineral sunscreen and certified natural.
We recommend testing with a small application of product on the inside of your baby’s arm. Watch over a half an hour for any visible redness or irritation. If you notice anything, wash with warm soapy water and wait for a few months to try again. The best protection you can give a baby is to keep as much of that beautiful skin covered as possible.
Our sun products only contain natural ingredients and no chemicals like Oxybenzone, and is tested to provide high-performance protection and coverage for any age and all of the family.
Dermnet, the worlds leading dermatology resource, and based here in NZ says this about sunscreen and 0 to 6 months old:
- Use other sun protection measures first-line such as shade and clothing
- When additional sun protection is required, recommend using SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen
- Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide (inserted for clarification: mineral sunscreen) may be less likely to cause skin irritation than chemical sunscreens
Rationale: infants have a thin, less developed skin barrier so may be more likely to become irritated or sensitised by sunscreen ingredients or absorb more systemic
Dermet says this about Children and Sunscreen:
- Mineral sunscreens (eg, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide) are preferred as they are not irritating, provide good broad-spectrum protection, and are not systemically absorbed
