You know summer has arrived when the temperature starts to soar. So here’s a timely reminder to ensure your child’s sensitive skin is extra protected from the sun’s harmful UV rays. The best way to do this? Never forget to apply sun protection on your little one’s skin!
Whether you choose a sunscreen or a sunblock, the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that you choose one that can protect against UVA and UVB rays, is water-resistant, and has SPF 30 or higher.
But what really is SPF?
SPF means sun protection factor. According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, it is “a measure of how much solar energy (UV radiation) is required to produce sunburn on protected skin (i.e., in the presence of sunscreen) relative to the amount of solar energy required to produce sunburn on unprotected skin. As the SPF value increases, sunburn protection increases.”
Why should my child wear sunscreen?
Skin cancer can also affect young people, so protecting your child’s skin from too much exposure from the sun can reduce this risk. You also don’t want your little one to suffer from sunburn, which could give them a great deal of discomfort.
Is it true that the higher the SPF, the better?
For the American Cancer Society, sunscreens or sunblocks with higher SPF numbers can provide more protection. However, it’s also important to note that as you go higher, the difference becomes smaller:
SPF 15: Can filter out about 93% of UVB rays
SPF 30: Can filter out about 97% of UVB rays
SPF 50: Can filter out about 98% of UVB rays
SPF 100: Can filter out about 99% of UVB rays
You can choose sunscreens that have between 30 and 50 SPF as experts advise this is enough protection for your skin.
How often should you reapply sunscreen on your child’s skin?
The general rule is to reapply every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating. Don’t forget to apply on areas we often neglect: tops of their hands and feet, ears, nose, and lips.
What are sunscreens that are safe for my child?
Since your child will be spending a lot of time outdoors during the hot and humid summer months, you’ll all the more need a sunscreen you can trust to protect their skin.
Can I use sunscreen on my baby who’s less than 6 months old?
Your little one is off to have an enjoyable time in the water. Oops! Before you reach for that bottle of sunscreen, remember that The Skin Cancer Foundation suggests you wait until your baby is at least 6 months old before you apply one on their skin. Just keep them in the shade and cover them up to ensure they are protected.
Speaking of clothing that can help protect your little one from the dangerous UV rays, bean’s newest collection includes beach-ready pieces with — guess what! — UV Protection SPF 50!!!
bean x Anina Rubio Collection
Choose from a wide array of stylish staples from the bean x Anina Rubio Collection that will make your child’s time under the summer sun a truly memorable one: a long-sleeved hooded Swimsuit (Panglao), a long-sleeved 3-piece Swimsuit (Siargao), a sleeveless 1-piece Swimsuit (Coron), and a short-sleeved 1-piece swimsuit (Anilao).
Playfully designed highlighting the colorful marine life and sea animal prints, items under this collection are made of fabric that has built-in UV protection with SPF 50 to keep your little ones cool and comfy while having fun under the sun!
