Sunscreen

Sunscreen for babies: extra protection for toddlers

Always grease your baby's skin regularly with a generous layer of cream (at least SPF 30). Their skin is much thinner and more sensitive than that of older children and adults. Always moisturise a baby in sunny weather, even if the baby is mainly in the shade. Choose an SPF specially developed for sensitive baby skin, it contains no harmful ingredients. We recommend keeping babies out of the sun as much as possible for the first year.

How often should you apply sunscreen to your child?

Apply sunscreen regularly to protect your child's skin from the sun. Apply sunscreen at least half an hour before going out. Then repeat this every two hours, or more often if the child sweats a lot or plays in the water. Important: also remember to reapply SPF after drying off.

Which factor sunscreen for your child?

The right factor for your child depends on his or her skin type. For children, always use at least factor 30. Does your baby or child have fair skin? Then it is advisable to use a higher factor, such as SPF 50. Tip: choose a cream with both UVA and UVB protection.

How long does sun cream last?

After your sunscreen is opened, it has about a shelf life of 12 months. After this period, buy a new bottle. This is because the protective effect of a cream diminishes over time. To preserve the quality as long as possible, it is best to store the SPF in a cool, dry place.

The best sunscreen for your child

You can choose from hundreds of different sunscreens, but be sure to choose one specially developed for your child. This is because these products contain no harmful substances and are gentle on children's skin. Go for Naif sunscreen , for example . This Naïf product provides the fragile skin of babies and children with maximum protection against UVA and UVB radiation.

So always apply SPF and enjoy the sunny days together! In addition, make sure you have fine skin products at home so that you take good care of your baby's skin (after sun exposure).