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2.9 oz / 82.22 grams flip tube. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) states that if exposure to the sun is unavoidable and your baby is under 6 months, a non-chemical sunscreen (like ours) should be used; consult with your physician. The AAP recommends that because an infant's skin is very thin and sensitive, infants under 6 months should be kept out of the sun. No fragrance or scent masking agents. Use on face (does not sting the eyes) and body. Created especially for those who cannot tolerate fragrance. May be used everyday/year-round. SPF Protection Level: Provides high-level protection against sunburn. Water Resistant: Retains effectiveness after 80 minutes of activity in water or perspiring. Unfragranced, PABA free, non-chemical, California Baby sunscreen is perfect for those with skin sensitivities or fragrance allergies. California Baby's active ingredient is a highly micronized titanium dioxide that scatters and reflects dangerous UV rays, offering UVA-UVB broad-spectrum protection. This lotion is simple and elegant; it glides on smoothly and will not slip off when it comes into contact with water, so you may rest assured that it will last. Non-staining formula. Very water-resistant. Highly recommended by leading dermatologists and allergists for their patients with chemical sensitivities and fragrance intolerance. No nut oils, gluten, soy, oat or dairy. Made in the U.S.A.
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely love it, non greasy, no streaks, no burns, and no toxins
November 18, 2010
By New Mommy
I'm late to the game and just realized that there are lots of harmful agents in even the supposedly gentle sunscreen for kids. We went thru testing lots of sunscreens, but b/c I don't want the chemical blocks (anything that doesn't have titanium or zinc oxide) that'd react with skin, we usually use Bull Frog Solarsphere (which is pretty good) but it's very thick and white, even though it does the job done. I was forced to use chemical blocks (most of the products on the market) but non are as effective as the physical block sunscreens (ie, those with titanium oxide). I was so happy to have found California Baby sunscreen at a friend's recommendation. Before I bought it I cautiously read the reviews on Amazon, especially the negative ones. I'm glad I did, b/c apparently there are different types of California Baby, some aren't PABA free.
This one, the one says fragrant free, does NOT contain PABA. So please read the ingredients carefully before you order (words that ends with -paraben is the one you don't want to have in your sunscreen).
I had no problem with spreading this white cream evenly onto my skin (and I have very tanned skin). It is not streaky, messy, and sticky. It goes on very smoothly, and my skin is only a slight shade lighter, very slight, once I fully spread it on my skin.
This product does contain titanium oxide, so it's supposed to remain ON TOP of the skin, not inside the skin and being absorbed (i read some complained about this). That's how they block the UV ray, and that's why the physical blocks don't irritate skin and are safer for young children to use. If you want something that's clearly absorbed into the skin, use chemical blocks (just about most other products don't have titanium oxide), it creates chemical reactions with your skin and supposedly help block UV rays. But now to look at all that news reports about the fact that there are carcinogens inside most of the sunscreens, I'd think twice about ever using chemical blocks again.
This one, the one says fragrant free, does NOT contain PABA. So please read the ingredients carefully before you order (words that ends with -paraben is the one you don't want to have in your sunscreen).
I had no problem with spreading this white cream evenly onto my skin (and I have very tanned skin). It is not streaky, messy, and sticky. It goes on very smoothly, and my skin is only a slight shade lighter, very slight, once I fully spread it on my skin.
This product does contain titanium oxide, so it's supposed to remain ON TOP of the skin, not inside the skin and being absorbed (i read some complained about this). That's how they block the UV ray, and that's why the physical blocks don't irritate skin and are safer for young children to use. If you want something that's clearly absorbed into the skin, use chemical blocks (just about most other products don't have titanium oxide), it creates chemical reactions with your skin and supposedly help block UV rays. But now to look at all that news reports about the fact that there are carcinogens inside most of the sunscreens, I'd think twice about ever using chemical blocks again.
43 of 52 people found the following review helpful
Kumazawa, et. al. in their study, "Effects of Titanium Ions and Particles on Neutrophil Function and Morphology" concluded that cytotoxicity (danger to the cell) was dependent on the particle size of titanium dioxide. The smaller the particle size, the more toxic it is. This conclusion is relevant to the consumer because of the cosmetics industry's increasing use of micronized pigments in sunscreens and colour cosmetics. Nanoparticles of titanium dioxide are used in sunscreens because they are colourless at that size and still absorb ultraviolet light. Many cosmetic companies are capitalizing on metal oxide nanoparticles. We have seen, however, that if titanium dioxide particles used to act as a sunscreen are small enough, they can penetrate the cells, leading to photocatalysis within the cell, causing DNA damage after exposure to sunlight (Powell, et. al. 1996) The fear is that this could lead to cancer in the skin. Studies with subjects who applied sunscreens with micronized titanium dioxide daily for 2-4 weeks showed that the skin can absorb microfine particles. These particles were seen in the percutaneous layers of the skin under UV light. Coarse or fine particles of titanium dioxide are safe and effective at deflecting and absorbing UV light, protecting the skin, but consumers should avoid using products with micronized mineral pigments, either in sunscreens or colour cosmetics.
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26 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Although I love California Baby's bath products and their Sunscreen Stick, I was surprisingly disappointed in this product. I applied it very generously on my toddler's arms and legs, and it did not seem to protect her for more than a half hour in the sun. Additionally, she has very sensitive skin and I found that it irritated her arms with small bumps. Perhaps for a baby that is not very fair skinned or sensitive, this product works better.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
GOod stuff.
Works as good as the cheap stuff but with fewer toxic chemicals, my wife did the research and decided this was the 'least evil' option available.
Published 2 days ago by amazonian sj
4.0 out of 5 stars
Works really well
I use this for my one year old daughter. It works really well to cover the face when used with a hat. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Jeff
4.0 out of 5 stars
thicker than others
It works but you have to take a longer time out to put it on your face since it is thicker than other products.
Published 1 month ago by Joy Zhao
1.0 out of 5 stars
Too oily
Too Oily. Can't use this anywhere near my face. Has been sitting in my bathroom ever since. I will be using this on my body when the summertime comes.
Published 4 months ago by NK
5.0 out of 5 stars
good product
we have used california baby for many years, I used the sunscreen myself as well, since I started to have allergic reaction to my estee lauder spf moisturizer. Read more
Published 4 months ago by JennyZ
5.0 out of 5 stars
Peace of mind
I will definitely be buying more when I run out. I researched sun screen for my baby quite a bit and decided on California Baby. Read more
Published 4 months ago by erinmichele
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good sunscreen for kids
We use this all the time, we like it for its lack of fragrance and supposed safer use for kids and their sensitive skin. Pricey, but worth it.
Published 4 months ago by BayMan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Ecvellent Non-Staining Product
I was shopping for a sunscreen that would not stain my clothing and this was pretty much the only one I could find; I can attest that it does not stain. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dolon
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not for use on your face (unless you want a greasy face).
I guess the beauty of this product is that it sits on top of the skin, but boy, does it ever. With this product, my face looks greasy and shiny all day. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Jenna
4.0 out of 5 stars
gentle on the skin
My husband bought this one from Amazon and I told him that why'd he buy some water resistant sunscreen, it is hard to wash it off my baby's face without any cleanser and i hate to... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Wendy
