The 8 Best first sunscreens (2023 reviews)

It is important that you’re using a truly broad-spectrum formula that covers uva and uvb. It provides 97% protection from uvb and spf 100 provides 99% coverage for uvb. It also leaves a less ghostly appearance after application. If you start applying moderately and add as needed, it's easy to spread out and you can't see or feel it any more than other sunscreens.

This sunscreen doesn't leave any white streaks. It is mineral based and a healthier alternative than some of the more chemical-based sunscreens out there. It spreads well and does not leave the typical sunscreen odor/scent. It also leaves a bit of residue when rubbing in as it's a mineral based sunscreen, but not bad at all.

Why We Like This:

Sticky and rubs in just like regular lotion and smells nice too
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Best For daily use: think first Sunscreen

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The think first sunscreen is satisfactory and appropriate and fits well with your daily usage. The first sunscreen to pass whole foods premium care requirements, thinkbaby vegan, leaping bunny certified sun creams contain no paba, parabens, phthalates, bpa, oxybenzone, avobenzone, petroleum, gluten, dairy, or toxic chemicals. It's safe, smells great, and offers great protection from the sun.

This is the only sunscreen that truly prevents burn, it is the best. It has a light natural fragrance from the ingredients in it but it doesn't have any added fragrances. The scent is great but it’s still mild and not over powering. This does leave a bit of a white finish. It is a great option for mineral sunscreen.

Why We Like This:

Great protection and good on baby's skin
Nice natural product with very light pleasant scent from essential oils
Perfect for baby, kids and mom & dad

Best For use: Badger first Sunscreen

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The badger first sunscreen should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. This sunscreen is formulated for use on both face and body. It protects your baby from sunburn and skin damage with a uva/uvb broad spectrum zinc oxide sunscreen, the same safe ingredient in diaper cream and calamine lotion. It has a nutty mild scent. The Gentle sunflower & jojoba oil base is easy to apply and 40 minute water resistance means your baby stays protected. It has very little ingredients compared to other sunscreens.

This one is literally great-for-your-skin oils mixed with zinc oxide. The feel isn’t horrible and it blends in nice without leaving a white film.

Why We Like This:

Has no noticable scent to it
Pleasant natural smell from the botanicals
A sunscreen that doesn't cause a rash

Best sunblock lotion: Babo botanicals first Sunscreen

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Compared with other sunscreen in this category, the babo botanicals first sunscreen has a convenient design. If you're looking for a good mineral sunscreen that truly spreads well and leaves a minimal white cast on your baby, this is the one. It is made for babies that are 100% safe ingredients. This sunscreen is specifically developed with zinc to provide you with 80 minutes of water and sweat resistant coverage. It protects well and doesn't leave a white cast or any sheen. It is a little thinner so goes on easier and less white. It is easy to spread on, not greasy or super thick. It is also a very clean sunscreen without a bunch of harmful chemicals.

Why We Like This:

The best sunscreen for littles and adults
Almost no scent, too, which is great
Chemial-free, baby safe, and a good moisturizer
Active ingredients, waterproof, greasiness, sheerness, and ease of spreading

Best For sensitive faces adult: Babo botanicals physical Sunscreen

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The babo botanicals physical sunscreen should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. This sunscreen is specifically developed with zinc to provide you with 80 minutes of water and sweat resistant coverage. It is great for sensitive faces adult or child. The ingredients used are hypoallergenic and no harmful or harsh ingredients. It is fragrance free and it spreads well on the skin. The stick glides easily on the skin and absorbs quickly. It is easy to apply and gives a quick rub. It is a great nontoxic option for babies with sensitive skin.

Why We Like This:

Perfect size to stash in a diaper bag
Compact and easy to apply, made from natural ingredients
Reef friendly, cruelty free, and free from many allergens and nasties

Best For kids: Aveeno Baby first Sunscreen

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For a low asking price, aveeno baby first sunscreen has managed to overwhelm their customers by packing as many features as they could. This mineral-based formula with spf 50 provides superior broad spectrum protection from harmful uva and uvb rays for your baby's delicate skin, and it combines naturally sourced 100% zinc oxide active ingredient and nourishing oat. It completely protects against the sun. While technically “fragrance free”, it does have a scent, but it is mild, inoffensive and dissipates quickly.

It's wonderful for babies and those that need ultra protection from the sun, allowing the benefits of fresh air and being outdoors. It is resistant for up to 80 minutes and has your baby's skin covered, so you can enjoy the sun together every day. This, in turn, makes it harder to apply and if you don't rub it in well until fully absorbed, you'll get the typical sunscreen white marks. It is very important to keep in mind that this is a zinc-oxide style sunscreen.

Why We Like This:

Great for sensitive skin & water resistant
Works like a charm, and doesn’t bother eyes or skin
Good ingredients and solid protection from uva and uvb rays
Wonderful product for someone suffering from sun sensitivity

Best For infant: Thinkbaby first Sunscreen

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If you often find yourself scrambling for convenient and suitable sunscreen, thinkbaby first sunscreen is your end point. It is a great baby/toddler sunblock. It gets great ratings with EWG and the zinc acts as an effective barrier. It also smells great, kind of like a creamsicle, and that scent goes away after a few minutes. The best part is it doesn't run in your eyes during your toughest sweaty workouts. It applies so smoothly and smells amazing.

The sun protection effect is very good, you can wash it with a cleanser, because it is a physical sunscreen, it is too white to apply on the face. It doesn't leave a really greasy feeling after you apply it and the smell is pleasant enough.

Why We Like This:

Really effective sunscreen that works even with sensitive skin
Gentle enough for a 6 month old baby
One of the best sunscreen brands for baby without all the toxic stuff
Easy to hold and for toddler usage

Best Water resistance: Bullfrog first Sunscreen

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If you want nothing but a sunscreen that is satisfactory, this bullfrog first sunscreen is certainly a best investment. If you getthose fly in your boat that bite at your ankles, this is the stuff you need. The Bullfrog Mosquito Coast Sunscreen SPF 50 + Insect Repellant is back with the classic look that you know and love. It is a perfect combination of trusted broad spectrum sunscreen sun protection and a proprietary, deet. It is made with aloe & vitamin E, so it soothes & naturally moisturizes the skin.

This convenient, water-resistant 2-in-1 protection beats the burn and the bite. This product does a great job repelling bugs. It is easy to pick a lotion, spray, or gel offering broad-spectrum uva/uvb protection in a fast-absorbing, non-greasy, and long-lasting formula.

Why We Like This:

Suitable for the entire family, just spray and go
Keeps bugs away and sunburns at bay
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