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They're what we recommend to our adult patients too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy not under 6 months?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewborn skin is 20–30% thinner than adult skin, making it more susceptible to burns and more absorbent of topical products. For babies under 6 months, physical protection is best: shade, a hat, and light UV-protective clothing, with only hands and feet uncovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply SPF to face, neck, hands and feet — a UV rash vest covers the rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch test 48 hours before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReapply every 2 hours, or immediately after towel-drying post-swim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sun exposure 3 hours either side of solar noon (midday), when UVB is strongest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf SPF gets in eyes, wipe gently with a clean, damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elta-md®-uv-clear-spf-46","title":"EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 - Calming Facial Sunscreen with Niacinamide \u0026 Zinc Oxide","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOil-Free Facial Sunscreen with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid \u0026amp; Zinc Oxide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDermatologist-recommended broad-spectrum SPF 46 protection that calms, protects, and improves the appearance of sensitive skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEltaMD UV Clear is a lightweight, oil-free facial sunscreen that combines 9% transparent zinc oxide with skin-calming actives. 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