Why Face Sunscreen for Kids Isn’t Just a Nice-to-Have — It’s Essential
As parents, we check for labels, screen ingredients, and pick what feels safest for our children. But even with all that care, there’s one small step many of us forget when it comes to skincare: face sunscreen.
Not just for beach days. Not just when the sun feels scorching.
Daily face sunscreen for kids matters — even on cloudy mornings and quick school runs.
Here’s why this small habit can make a big difference — and how to make it easy, fuss-free, and gentle on sensitive skin.
The Skin on Their Face? It Needs Extra Love
Kids’ facial skin is naturally thinner and more delicate than adults’. It’s also the area that gets the most sun exposure — walking to the car, sitting by a sunny window, running around at recess.
And while a bit of sun might feel harmless, UV rays can gradually cause damage — even when it’s overcast or you’re indoors.
That’s why we created Lulabeam’s Daily Mineral Face Lotion — a simple, comforting sunscreen lotion for kids that’s designed to go on easily and wear gently all day.
Can’t I Just Use Body Sunscreen on Their Face?
We get asked this a lot. Technically, yes — but it’s not ideal.
Here’s the thing: body sunscreen is usually thicker and heavier. When used on little faces, it can clog pores, sting eyes, or just feel sticky and uncomfortable.
A face sunscreen should be:
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Light enough for everyday use
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Made with mineral filters like zinc oxide
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Safe for sensitive skin
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Easy to apply, even by little hands
That’s the Lulabeam difference — our formula is fragrance-free, non-greasy, and doubles as a sunscreen moisturiser, so you don’t need to layer multiple steps.
Moisturiser or Sunscreen? What If I Don’t Have Time for Both?
You’re not alone — most mornings are a rush.
That’s why 2-in-1 sunscreen moisturisers are such a game changer. Ours hydrates and protects in one step, with skin-loving ingredients like:
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Vitamin B5 – helps soothe and calm
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Sodium Hyaluronate – locks in hydration
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Zinc Oxide – provides safe, mineral-based sun protection
It’s made for little faces, even the picky ones. No white cast. No greasy finish. Just soft, smooth skin that stays protected.
What If My Child Has Sensitive Skin?
Then face sunscreen is even more important — and needs to be extra gentle.
Many kids experience reactions from adult formulas that are too strong, overly scented, or filled with synthetic filters.
At Lulabeam, we’re extra careful. Our formulas are:
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Dermatologist-tested
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Fragrance-free
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Packed with barrier-loving ingredients
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Designed specifically as sunscreen for sensitive skin
We’ve heard from countless parents that their kids finally enjoy skincare because it feels “nice” — not sticky or stinging.
How to Build a Daily Face Sunscreen Habit (Without the Morning Drama)
It’s easier than you think. Here’s a quick routine that works for school days, weekends, and everything in between:
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Gently wash their face in the morning
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Apply Daily Mineral Face Lotion — just a small amount
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Keep the Pocket Mineral Face Lotion in their bag for outdoor days or reapplication
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And here’s the real trick: model it. When kids see you using sunscreen, it becomes part of what they do too.
Lulabeam: Made for Little Faces, Big Adventures
We created Lulabeam because we couldn’t find skincare that felt just right for our own kids.
It was either too harsh, too complicated, or just not made with younger skin in mind.
So we made what we wish we had:
A clean, comforting sunscreen lotion for kids that feels light, wears well, and makes mornings easier — not harder.
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Use the Daily Mineral Face Lotion for their at-home routine
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Keep the Pocket Mineral Face Lotion handy for school bags, playdates, or sunny outings
Because protecting their skin shouldn’t be complicated.
It should be easy, gentle, and filled with love.
👉 Shop now and give their glow the care it deserves.
👩💻 Author: Mummy Notes by Team Lulabeam
Written by real parents, tested with real families. At Lulabeam, we believe skincare isn’t just about products — it’s about habits, joy, and care that starts young. Every product we create is made with our children in mind, and every article we share comes from what we’ve learned (and continue learning!) as fellow parents navigating skincare with little ones.