Sunscreen facts
Sunscreen for babies and infants
- Avoid sun exposure, and do not use sunscreens on infants younger than 6 months.
- Keep infants and young children out of the sun's peak rays.
- Use umbrellas, canopies and wide-brimmed hats to stay in the shade.
- When applying sunscreen, lightly rub sunscreen in your hands first, then apply to child's face.
- Sunscreen sticks "stay put" more effectively and are less prone to get into eyes.
- Use fragrance-free sunscreen to avoid attracting stinging insects.
- For fidgety children, try spritz-on sunscreens.