10 Best Sunscreen for Kids UK 2023 | Aveeno, Neutrogena and More

This super-convenient roll-on offering from Childs Farm is brilliant. The 50+ broad spectrum lotion has a pleasant consistency, neither thick nor thin, and it spreads effortlessly, leaving no trace behind once absorbed.

Also, this sunscreen contains no nasties or artificial colours which make it great for those that are prone to a touch of dry or sensitive skin. For the fair price, we don't think you can pick up a better sunscreen, which is why it takes our top spot.

This French brand has been keeping the little ones safe and parents stress-free since the 1950s. Although this has a thick consistency, it doesn't hamper its ability to absorb and this could even help when keeping track of how much you have applied. It hits all the major needs of a product, being water-resistant, SPF 50+ and broad-spectrum.

As well as this it also comes with a patented ingredient - Avocado Perseose. The inclusion of this helps preserve the cellular richness of your children's skin and provides an extra barrier to the sun's UV rays.  

This organic, eco friendly mineral sunscreen uses naturally sourced ingredients - including aloe vera, avocado oil, olive oil and rosemary extract to protect your young ones from harmful UV rays. Plus it's tear-free, fragrance-free and highly praised by those dealing with sensitive skin.

Buying this product donates to the Marine Conservation Society. The packaging is made from bio-plastic (i.e. plant-plants rather than petroleum-based) - so whilst it still won't degrade for hundreds of years, it is made from a renewable source, and the bio-plastic is recyclable in normal recycling bins. A really very thoughtful product.

This is a wonderful choice for sensitive skins as it contains gorgeous plant extracts such as shea butter, aloe vera and argan oil for nourishment and skin healing, it manages to be less thick and greasy than some other natural products with added oils.

It's highly water- and sweat-resistant and has a good SPF of 30. Plus, the smell is minimal. Babo Botanicals is a certified B Corp company, meaning they take their environmental and social responsibilities seriously. 

This product from Garnier ticks a lot of the right boxes. It's odourless so the kids won't be able to complain about that. Furthermore, it's high in SPF and has a 5 star UV rating, as well as being water-resistant and lastly, good value for money. 

Reassuringly, Garnier's suncare research is recognised by the British Skin Foundation. Reviewers love the sun protection it provodes, but dislike the chalky residue - kids probably won't mind about that though and their protection is the main aim with this product.

This SPF 50+ sunscreen from Spanish brand Helios is a gift to those with sensitive 'atopic' irritated skin - the unique patented Fernblock filter protects skin and promotes natural skin repair. The added vitamin E moisturises and adds an extra layer of protection too.

This suncream has a 5 star UV rating and it's paraben-free, alcohol-free and fragrance-free. The trigger spray bottle makes for very easy application, although it will take up more space when packing for a holiday.

This sunscreen from the Swedish brand Evy is great for your kids. Just get them involved in squirting the mousse on and rubbing it in and we're sure they'll be entertained - it's just like playing with shaving foam. It has a non-sticky, oil-free formula, which makes it great for sensitive skin.

This is a long-lasting waterproof sunscreen and it can withstand lots of water-based activity. Despite this it is hypoallergenic and doesn't clog pores. Applying the foam might take some getting used to though, to ensure that you use enough to protect delicate skin.

This product from Banana Boat has a competent price-per-ml, which makes it of great value and a good deal. It's got everything you could need from sunscreen, including aloe vera and vitamin E to keep skin soft, and is even water-resistant for 80 minutes! 

You certainly won't lose this neon eye-catching bottle in your bag or amongst the sand - fans of it love the kitsch packaging. However, some reviewers have commented that when they used it on their babies it ended up staining their clothes.

Not only are roll-ons easy to apply, but they're great for keeping track of where you have used it (before it absorbs) so that you can touch up any areas that have been missed! Another fun feature is that when applied, the cream is green, which we think children will love.

This sunscreen from Nivea comes with an aroma that is completely reminiscent of summer, which is lovely, but can be a touch overpowering if you or your little one is sensitive to scent. This is a tiny container and that may make some people apply less than they should.

This cost-effective Amazon brand baby sun cream offers factor 50 and high UVA / UVB protection. You get 400 ml of sun cream in total, in four different tubes - ideal for keeping one in the school or nursery bag, one near the garden door, one in the bathroom and one in your day bag. 

The cream is fragrance free and suitable for sensitive skin - it absorbs in fully and won't block pores. It doesn't contain parabens or colourings, it blocks the UV rays with titanium dioxide Nano particles, as well as various organic compounds, but it doesn't have the star rating on the packaging which worries some and means some nurseries won't accept it.