Sunscreen for kids younger than 6 months of age

• Avoid sun exposure!
• Dress children in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts and brimmed hats.
• Sunscreen is not approved for this age group.

Sunscreen for kids 6 months and older

• Apply sunscreen with SPF greater than 30 about 30 minutes before going outside. Use about one ounce per sitting for a teen.
• Wear hats with three-inch brim.
• Use sunglasses that block 99 percent of UV rays.
• Avoid sun exposure during the peak intensity hours, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• Reapply sunscreen every two hours, or after swimming or sweating.
• Avoid baby oil or other nonsunscreen oils.