Sun Bum
Sun Bum Kids' Clear Sunscreen Face Stick - SPF 50 - 0.53oz: Hypoallergenic, Oil-Free, Paraben-Free, Vegan
The verdict
Parents appreciate how easy this stick sunscreen is for kids to apply and carry, though some report significant sunburn despite reapplication, suggesting inconsistent sun protection.
What parents love
- • easy for kids to self-apply
- • no white cast
- • portable and convenient
- • pleasant smell
- • kids actually enjoy using it
Worth knowing
- • inadequate sun protection despite reapplication
- • causes skin peeling
Safety check — clear
We cross-checked this product and its manufacturer against CPSC recall notices, NHTSA child-seat recalls, FDA recalls and the AAP's safe-sleep criteria on August 31, 2026, and found no active recall or safe-sleep concern. That is a check of the public recall record, not a test of the product.
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