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Bibi · 04-07-2009, 11:50 AM

I have a toddler (19 months old) and I don't usually use SPF during the summer in NY. We've been to Antigua and would only apply once in the sun since we stayed shaded most of the time.

However, reading all the comments of how hot the sun is, what is your favorite/recommended brand for little people? I have used Mustela, but it is really thick and pasty.

What about mosquitoes?

Is that a problem on the island (or only in particular areas?) and what would you use? I've only used Avon skin-so-soft in the past.

katherine · 04-07-2009, 02:41 PM

My favorite is Banana Boat Baby Tear Free. My kids always end up wiping their arms and hands across their eyes and the regular baby blocks always make their eyes burn and water. The tear free is great! Also you will have to apply more than once a day in Aruba - the sun is VERY strong. Even applying several times, my little ones have turned a little pink. In my experience do not use the spray on - it is hard to use in Aruba due to the wind, plus it does not offer coverage for as long as the creams.

*Andrea J.* · 04-07-2009, 03:34 PM

for kids i recommend Panama Jack Eco Friendly
very thick
and stays on all day

almost zinc oxide like

the spray on stuff has an alcohol propellant
and is very drying.

04-07-2009, 11:50 AM	#1 (permalink)
Bibi Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Age: 32 Posts: 9	Favorite SPF brand for little ones? mosquitoes? I have a toddler (19 months old) and I don't usually use SPF during the summer in NY. We've been to Antigua and would only apply once in the sun since we stayed shaded most of the time. However, reading all the comments of how hot the sun is, what is your favorite/recommended brand for little people? I have used Mustela, but it is really thick and pasty. What about mosquitoes? Is that a problem on the island (or only in particular areas?) and what would you use? I've only used Avon skin-so-soft in the past. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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04-07-2009, 02:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
katherine Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 Images: 1	My favorite is Banana Boat Baby Tear Free. My kids always end up wiping their arms and hands across their eyes and the regular baby blocks always make their eyes burn and water. The tear free is great! Also you will have to apply more than once a day in Aruba - the sun is VERY strong. Even applying several times, my little ones have turned a little pink. In my experience do not use the spray on - it is hard to use in Aruba due to the wind, plus it does not offer coverage for as long as the creams. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ katherine Trip #11 in Trip #12 in

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Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor beach bar, alto vista chapel, cooks restaurant, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 12,032 Images: 74	for kids i recommend Panama Jack Eco Friendly very thick and stays on all day almost zinc oxide like the spray on stuff has an alcohol propellant and is very drying. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.