Sun protection for children: recommendations for little ones

It is now known that the period of life in which greater attention must be paid to the defense of our epidermis is precisely that of childhood . Many studies have stated that the intensity and number of burns contracted from childhood age, and in any case until all adolescence, i am one of major risk factors for many skin diseases. We must therefore run to shelter as soon as possible! First we begin to spread abundant sun protection on our boys and more protect them both now and in the future.

Rule No.1: Do not expose babies and children to direct sunlight up to about 6 months of life

Newborns and children of a few months have not yet fully developed the basic protection that provides us with the melanin ( to learn more here is our recent article on the topic ), therefore their skin is more subject to the risk of sunburns and solar erythys.
So because of their delicate skin is not recommended direct exposure to the sun , even more in the hottest hours of the day.
It is also good to keep small children always covered with light clothing and caps, in any case also apply a sunscreen with very high protection factor (SPF 50+).

Rule n°2: apply very high sun protection

The older children can play and unravel in the water as they want during the summer, on the other hand, it’s the time to have fun all year round! But it is the parents who have the hard task of applying to their children a good sunscreen to safeguard their skin.

It should have a solar protection factor that it is at least 50/50+ and containing wide spectrum solar filters to protect as well as from UVB also from UVA rays.
And let us not be scruples: cream goes reapplied after each bathroom and after sweat playing, in general every two hours insisting on face and shoulders .
So remember: up to 6 years of age it is advisable to always apply a sunscreen with high protection, so we will be quieter and less burnt and sore them!

Rule #3: expose the children to the sun in the most appropriate moments

Smaller children ( up to 6 years ) should follow hours enough precise to stay under the sun: the most suitable moments during the day are at early morning , then retire during lunch break and return to make sand castles from 16:00 then, rest and get ready for fun!

The protective sunscreen is in fact fundamental to expose yourself to the sun, but equally important , and indeed supplement , is avoid exposure to sun rays that can determine sunburn , e.g. more aggressive during the central hours of the day (12-16).

Rule #4: clothes suitable for sunshine, for us!

To wear hats lightweight fabric and with a front to protect one of the most delicate parts of the baby, the head. Remember to apply it anyway sunscreen appropriately on all face!

Use sunglasses suitable for children to protect their eyes from the reflections of solar rays.

One of questions more often mother this is what they say: “We are going to leave for the holidays: what sunscreen do you recommend me for children? ” The choice to use specific solar products for children is the most suitable, because usually creams designed for children have calming and soothing substances very delicate, that do not attack the skin.
Let us make clear on the type of best solar product for the little ones!

Especially in pediatric age the main recommendation is that of avoidance solar creams with presence of parabens and colorants : during childhood the skin of children absorbs with extreme speed all the substances with which it comes into contact, so the ideal to safeguard them is to use some solar products without preservatives or that somehow alter the skin's Ph.

And are bio products the best choice for children?

Organic solars are produced with organic natural components that do not pollute and are safer for children since they exclude synthetic and preservative substances!

Arganiae , within its Baby line, where there are products for hygiene and skin care
delicate of children, inserted a natural and organic solar product created specially designed for our little ones: Solar Cream Baby SPF 50 .

The Solar Cream Baby SPF 50 has a formulation natural and specification:

• a base of plant extracts that guarantees the naturalness of the product;
• the absence of paraben colorants, SLS and GMOs allows you to apply on the skin of our child before exposure to the sun, a non-toxic and non-risk product for his health;
• wide spectrum solar filters: protect against UVB and UVA;
• the Oil of Argan BIO ( Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil ), a totally natural oil and extremely moisturizing thanks to Vitamin E inside;
• extracts of Calendula and Chamomile of derivation natural what soften and soothe delicate and subtle skin of children

And you with what kind of products do you protect the delicate skin of your children? Do you choose a specific product for your children? Let us know according to what you choose the solar suitable for the smallest in the comments! The Team of Arganiae is always at your disposal for any clarification or curiosity! Happy family holiday to all!

[All the information in this article is advice of cosmetics and wellness and are absolutely not advices with medical/scientific value . For any medical indication it is absolutely necessary to address to doctors and specialists in the field ♪