TruKid Sunny Days Daily SPF 30+ UVA/UVB Reef Safe Sunscreen Lotion, Mineral Based, Safe for Face and Body 3.4 oz

This is my favorite sunscreen. It works at least as good/if not better as any others I've tried, nice orange-like scent, not oily, not excessively thick, effectiveness is immediate. - added bonus the company uses biodegradable packing noodles (dissolve under water) and ships quickly for reasonable cost. I live in Hawaii and paid less than $5 to ship three tubes of it. It got here in less than a week.In my search to find the best "healthy" sunscreen I have tried several and will summarize them in case anyone else is shopping around for the perfect sunscreen/sun protection. I have learned a lot thru trial and error and will share that in the case that it may help save others the "error" part. The rest of this review is mostly about sunscreen in general or for those looking for extra info.Sunscreens I've tried:Badger - works ok but very oily, has to be applied 30 min prior to exposureLoving Naturals - works ok but VERY VERY oily, also has to be applied 30 mins prior. This is especially a problem if you apply it to children 30 min before leaving the house. I don't want my kids running around the house leaving oily sunscreen residue all over the furniture, etc.CA Baby - the is my 2nd favorite sunscreen. It works pretty good and is not oily like the above mentioned. However, it too needs to be applied 30 min prior. It is fairly thick and takes some effort to rub in, however I personally don't mind this. On the up side, sometimes you can find this locally (Target usually carries it in the summertime).Coppertone Water Babies Pure and Simple - this works ok, my biggest gripe about this is that (unlike the above mentioned) this sunscreen rates a "3/moderate health risk" with the EWG. No point in taking a larger risk than you need to. This sunscreen also seems to irritate one of my children's skin. The only reason I would buy this is if I was in a pinch and had to buy something from a local store and this was the best they had. Out of all the sunscreens I've mentioned this one is the easiest to find in stores.Here is the EWG's website for more info on their ratings...[...]Furthermore, it is critical that you follow the directions and apply the sunscreen up to 30 min in advance if stated. I have found lesser effectiveness when I have tried cutting corners to get outside sooner. Your skin needs to stay cool during this time or you will just sweat it off. Reapplication is also critical, and I have found that even with drying off and spending some time in the shade to allow the second coat to soak in it still doesn't work as good as the first application.We live in Hawaii where the sun is strong year round. I have found that one of the best things I can do to protect my young children is to keep them indoors or in the shade during the hottest part of the day. In addition to that my children always wear rash guards at the pool/beach, and I don't allow them to wear sleeveless shirts/dresses on days when they will be outside much. I like Coolibar" clothing for infants. Keep in mind that infants should be kept in the shade when possible and even then it is possible for them to get some sun on their delicate skin. I keep my 9 month old at home when I can, but when we go out to the pool/beach as a family I put her in protective clothing and apply sunscreen to her face and feet even when she is in the shade (she puts her hands in her mouth so much I usually don't do her hands).In short, Sunny Days is the best sunscreen I've tried and I use it all the time. However, sunscreen should not be your only line of defense. Clothing, shade and a little common sense should also come into play.Hope this helps someone ~ Aloha

This is a great, natural sunscreen and highly rated on the EWG website. I like this better than the Kiss My Face brand and the Babyganics. I found the Kiss My Face brand to be really hard to rub in and the Babyganics doesn't smell too good and is thinner. Trukid has a pleasant orange smell, is thick but rubs in, though you do have to give a few good rubs. I've had no issues with stinging eyes from the kids and it has proven itself in sun protection for my entire family. I myself have a skin condition in which I am losing the pigmentation in my skin so I am prone to sunburn since I lost the melanin in certain areas. I use this lotion and haven't burned once. I live in south Florida with strong sun and am usually doing a water activity for prolonged periods. I reapply every 2 hours or so...whenever I remember.

I am a melanoma survivor and my daughter has my same fair skin - so I freely admit that I am a sun safety zealot. Thus I am always looking for effective, broad-spectrum sunscreens. I am also, however, very concerned with chemical safety and prefer to use products that are as safe and natural as possible, without compromising effectiveness. And of course, it is always nice when the product goes on smoothly, feels nice, and doesn't stink!I am happy to say that TruKids meets or exceeds all of my very high criteria! It is safe, it is effective (see EWG report), and I actually don't mind using it because it goes on easily, smells nice, and doesn't feel greasy. I am thrilled and just LOVE this stuff. I have already gone through several bottles this summer and should probably buy stock in this company.For the negative reviews that say it doesn't rub in and leaves you white - I don't know what they're talking about. That has not been my experience at all and I have definitely had that issue with other natural sunscreens. So as far as I'm concerned, this product is flawless. Thank you so much TruKid!!!

After years of my wife’s experimenting, tinkering, and general money-wasting on all sorts of natural and mineral-based sunscreen options, the search is over. TruKid just can't be beat.Unlike other natural sun-blocking brands, TruKid isn't overly oily or thick, and it doesn't leave a visible or greasy film that is all but impossible to rub in. You still have to put in some effort to get it rubbed in completely, especially on squirmy kids, but it's a far cry from the infernal pastes we've tried in the past. And, the scent is pleasant, like a gently breeze through an orange grove on a warm summer night; not overly perfumed or noxious.Plus, it's perfect for the gluten-free lifestyle (please, don't eat it)!As for protection, it seems to work well on tikes and adults alike. Whether you’re hopping in and out of the pool, sweating like a pig at a hula party, or just lounging around to catch some rays, you’ll be safe from the sun. Just be sure to reapply before you have that fifth margarita and pass out on the deck for a few hours.You may balk at the price, especially compared to mainstream and chemical-laden brands, but it’s not hateful for natural varieties. The tube is also a little larger than Badger brand, and it seems to last longer as it’s easier to spread.So, if you’re like me, and you’re trying to do a good thing by only slathering the best, most natural stuff on your kid’s skin, but you’re tired of wasting time and money (and applying lotion that goes on more like car wax), give TruKid a shot.