Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ review

Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ is the stick to keep in a backpack. The Drug Facts list zinc oxide at 21.6% as the only active, with oat kernel oil in the base, and Neutrogena says the stick is free from fragrance, dye, parabens and oxybenzone, water resistant for up to 80 minutes, and goes on clear with no white residue. At 1.5 oz it holds more than most kids sticks, including Supergoop's 0.67 oz PLAY Mineral Stick. Neutrogena's directions stress covering the area above the lip, the nose and the tops of the ears, which is where a stick works better than lotion. The label warns that the package contains small parts that could cause a choking hazard, so keep it away from toddlers. The brand site points to stores rather than showing a price. A stick is slow for arms and legs, so most families pair it with a lotion or spray for the body.

Who it is for

kids who need quick face touch-ups

Price

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Key features

• Zinc oxide 21.6% as the only active ingredient
• SPF 50+ broad spectrum, water resistant for up to 80 minutes
• Free from fragrance, dye, parabens and oxybenzone
• Clear finish that Neutrogena says leaves no white residue
• 1.5 oz travel-size stick for face and body

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: A stick is the easiest way to cover noses, ears and the area above the lip
• Strength: Bigger than most kids sticks at 1.5 oz
• Strength: Neutrogena says it leaves no white residue
• Weakness: No price on Neutrogena's site; you buy through retailers
• Weakness: The package contains small parts, which Neutrogena flags as a choking hazard
• Weakness: A stick is slow for covering a whole body

Key facts

• SPF: 50+, broad spectrum
• Active ingredient: Zinc oxide 21.6%
• Water resistance: Up to 80 minutes
• Size: 1.5 oz
• Format: Stick

Where it ranks

Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ is No. 8 in our Best Kids Sunscreens verdict.