On the Block
Even the squirmiest tykes won't flee from these fresh (and effective) spins on sun protection
By Dana Wood
- All Natural
- Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 High Protection for Children
Minerals and plant extracts provide a natural filter for the sun's rays, making this an ideal pick for sensitive skin.
$28, Clarins
- Best for Travel
- Kids Sunblock Convenience Pack SPF 60+
With an orange scent and a snap-off-and-go mini bottle, this sunscreen lets you divide and conquer.
$11, Hawaiian Tropic
- fastest application
- Water Babies Quick Cover SPF 50 lotion spray sunscreen
Unlike oil-based sprays, this lotion is easily visible (no missed spots), and it spritzes at any angle.
$10, Coppertone, drugstore.com
- least greasy
- Kids Dri-Blok SPF 30 lotion
This sweatproof formula repels sand and dries to a comfy, powdery finish.
$8, Banana Boat for stores
- most innovative
- Little Swimmers UVB Sun Sensors stickers
These stars and fishies are the equivalent of an egg timer: When they darken, it's time for more sunscreen.
$4 for 24, Huggies for stores.
- full-body coverage
- Coolibar Joey Baby Sun romper
Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation, this cute suit is crafted of ultra-lightweight, machine washable fabric that blocks 98% of UV rays.
$33, Coolibar
- peeper protection
- Tweak'ms sunglasses
The ultimate in safe specs, these flexible plastic numbers feature a patented hinge construction, which means no teensy screws to be swallowed.
$7, Tweak'ms
Photography by Ethan Palmer
