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Home / Resources / Skincare / Eczema-Friendly Sunscreens

Eczema-Friendly Sunscreens

December 2, 2014 by Suzie Fromer

Sunscreen

Don’t forget to always read labels for allergens, even on non-food items like sunscreens.  Nuts, soy and other foods are common ingredients in skin care products, especially organic/non-chemical ones.

These are some sunscreens our members have liked, but may not work for you; it may be trial and error to find a sunscreen doesn’t flare your eczema.  Always read labels and start with a small area of skin, your own ‘patch testing,’ if you will.  A general rule of thumb is to avoid fragranced products as these can exacerbate allergies/eczema.

For additional suggestions, try The National Eczema Foundation and The Environmental Working Group (EWG) which has great research on sunscreens but is not focused on allergens so read ingredients carefully.

Sunscreens recommended by members (alphabetical)

California Baby (non-chemical)
Can order big bottles from them directly to save on cost per ounce

CeraVe
Recommended by dermatologists as good for eczema

Kabana Green Screen® Organic SPF 20 and SPF 22 Tinted.
Contains shea butter but no other nut oils.  Non-chemical.  Thin/easy to apply, good price per ounce.

MelanSol Non-Chemical Sunscreen
High EWG rating BUT contains almond oil

Sol Kid Care by Caribbean Solutions

TruKid Sunny Days Mineral Non-Chemical Sunscreen
They make a face stick too

Vanicream
Often recommended by dermatologists

 

Category: Skincare

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