Safe, non-toxic sunscreen is essential ALL year round! Read on to learn
- What those SPF numbers mean
- Tips for applying sunscreen, and
- Sweet's top picks for clean sunscreen that WORKS!
😎What does that SPF number mean anyway?
Consider the time YOU would normally burn in the sun WITHOUT protection. Usually, around 20 minutes will produce redness on a light-colored skin; while darkest tones will begin to sustain damage around 75-90 minutes.
Multiply this number by the SPF of your product.
EXAMPLE: An SPF 15 product x 20 minutes of sun time = 300. This is how many minutes you can stay in the sun without burning IF you have applied the product correctly.
REMEMBER: Re-apply after swimming, serious sweating or toweling off, regardless of the time you've calculated!
We've tried a LOT of varieties in search of non-greasy, easy-to-use, long-lasting products that actually WORK.
These brands have earned their spot on our trusted list and are available at major retailers... check around for best price!
1. Suntegrity Natural Moisturizing Face Sunscreen & Primer: This 3-in-1 product is not greasy at all - perfect for everyday use. LOVE IT!
3. Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen: In general, cream sunscreens offer more consistent coverage and less waste, and your kids aren't potentially inhaling ingredients. But sometimes, you need a quick option! This is our go-to spray-on sunscreen. It's 100% vegetarian with biodegradable ingredients and is water-resistant up to 80 minutes. Still, watch your SPF time, and remember to always reapply after toweling off!
4. Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen: Excellent for kids. It's a good choice for those with sensitive skin, eczema, or rosacea. Blue Lizard offers active, baby, kids, and sport versions too!
