Reddit mentions of BurnOut SPF 35 Kids Physical Sunscreen

Aloha,

I live on Maui and also run underwater photo workshops in tropical destinations, so have spent a lot of time experimenting with sunscreens.

Here is my suggestion for a good physical sunscreen that goes on easy (without the huge white mess) and is good for the reef. It’s the only physical sunscreen so far that my 10 year old daughter will wear if that tells you something about how it applies.

BurnOut SPF 30+ KIDS Physical Sunscreen

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037AO682/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_0B7WAb9WEJDVT

From their website:

BurnOut KIDS Physical Sunscreen SPF 35

Finally, the perfect sunscreen for babies and kids!
UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection, will not run into eyes.
Chemical-free, paraben-free, petroleum-free, PABA-free.
Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, non-greasy, and perfect for sensitive skin.
Recommended by pediatricians and dermatologists.
Rich in Antioxidants, and enriched with Extracts of Helionori, Pomegranate, and Plantain to protect and nourish skin.
Biodegradable, ocean-safe, and eco-sensitive.
Finally, the perfect sun protection solution for babies and kids!
Size: 3.4 oz.

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (non-nano) 18.9%

Other Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Stearyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Carrageenan, Helionori, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, Plantago Lanceolata (Plantain) Leaf Extract, Ascor

Also available at Whole Foods if you’d prefer to get it locally.

FWIW, their regular version is thicker and does not go on as nicely.

Lastly, most snorkel boats and resorts here have been offering reef safe sunscreen for a few years.

Don't know if this counts as "sunscreen," but shea butter has some low level of SPF (6 if I remember?). It's too greasy for me for day use if I'm going to be out in public.

These following are safer options compared to most sunscreens out there, but are pricy ($15-20 a tube). For me it's worth it since it's my body.

My favorite is BurnOut Kids (looks like it's sold out right now on Amazon). It's a white and orange tube for about $20, nano zinc oxide, and the white color oxidizes very well so your face will not be white. A bit tacky at first but dries dry and fairly light feeling. No other sunscreens come close for me when it comes to safety and performance. It's SPF30+ UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection and very water resistant.
http://amzn.com/B0037AO682

Badger makes safe sunscreens with nano zinc oxide, but they're shea butter based and are extremely greasy and turn your face white without oxidizing almost at all. I don't like them unless you don't care if your face looks greasy and white. I like the unscented SPF30+ one best out of their sunscreens. It's SPF30+ UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection and very water resistant. There's also a baby version but I haven't tried it.
http://amzn.com/B003II53Z8