sunscreen question

[priya]

hey ladies,

what brand of sunscreen will you advice for a 2 month old baby? I am curious to know. Thanks in advance.

[FourAngelKisses]

I would recommend anything with Titanium in it. My DD was allergic to sunscreen until she was 4-5. If I put anything on her that didn't have titanium in it, she would break out in these big welts.

I think all of the sensitive skin ones have titaniunm, not sure about the toddler block though.

[MamaSage]

As far as I know, you are not recommended to put sunscreen on babies under 6 months. I use Soleo, made from natural ingredients, most sunscreens are full of chemicals and it is a catch 22 situation... get burnt, or be covered in nasties.

http://www.organicsaustraliaonline.com.au/prod1303.htm

[Lauz]

i would NOT put sunscreen on... it blocks their pores, and therefore no sweat... i would just try and keep them out the sun, with hat, long sleeves and pants - stay in shade or not go out!

[Peaceangels]

My uncle formulate's creams and has worked on a number of different sunscreen's and he recommended to me to use Hamilton baby (or toddler, sorry can't remember) when my two were babies.
I never had any problems with it.

[FourAngelKisses]

My uncle formulate's creams and has worked on a number of different sunscreen's and he recommended to me to use Hamilton baby (or toddler, sorry can't remember) when my two were babies.
I never had any problems with it.

They are the ones I was trying to think of that have Titanium in them, thanks for jogging my memory. :)

[Sheer Bliss]

I was also advised not to use suncream on a baby until they were AT LEAST 6months. As Lauz said - long sleeves/pants/hat is the best way to go.

[almond eyes]

I was also advised not to use suncream on a baby until they were AT LEAST 6months. As Lauz said - long sleeves/pants/hat is the best way to go.

Ditto!:yes:

[cwsmum]

I was also advised not to use suncream on a baby until they were AT LEAST 6months. As Lauz said - long sleeves/pants/hat is the best way to go.

Yup, I agree with this too :yes: DD was born last november and she still hasn't ever had sunscreen put on her.

The Hamilton stuff is great, I used that on DS when he was a bub. If you look up their website and send them an email they may even send you some samples :thumbsup:

[Tam-I-Am]

My poor DD has inherited my red hair and fair skin, so this has been an issue of vital importance to us - as I also have very very very sensitive skin, and its possible that DD has inherited that too, I asked lots of healthcarers first.

They all agreed that Hamilton baby milk was the best, but to patch test it in the corner of the elbow for 2 or 3 days before actually applying it liberally to bigger areas. We did this, and have never had a problem with it, in fact, I now use it myself and have found ti to be really great for my sensitive skin. It's not heavy like some sunscreens, and seems to rub in really well, without being greasy.:thumbsup:

[priya]

hi,

Thanks ladies. Sorry for the late reply. I was just wondering about the sunscreen. Thanks again.