Aveeno Kids Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 — 1.5 oz travel-size, mineral, fragrance-free, 80-min water-resistant

Aveeno Kids Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 is a travel-ready, mineral sunscreen stick formulated to give children broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection with a gentle, no-mess application.

Formulated for delicate and sensitive skin, this 1.5-ounce stick uses 100% naturally sourced zinc oxide as its active ingredient and includes soothing oat essence. The clear-glide stick is designed for quick, targeted application on faces and bodies, making it practical for everyday use, park days, and family travel. It’s free of fragrance, parabens, and phthalates, and offers water- and sweat-resistance for up to 80 minutes when used as directed.

How do I apply this sunscreen stick for reliable protection?

Apply the stick to clean, dry skin about 15 minutes before sun exposure. Spread evenly until the product appears blended; reapply at least every two hours and after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, or immediately after towel drying.

• Use on face, ears, neck, and other exposed areas for targeted coverage.
• Apply a generous, even layer and rub in if needed for an invisible finish.
• Reapply after swimming, sweating, or towel drying and every two hours.

Is this mineral formula suitable for infants and children with sensitive skin?

This stick is formulated specifically for sensitive skin and pediatric use, with zinc oxide as a mineral blocker and pure oat essence to help soothe. It is fragrance-free and avoids common irritants like parabens and phthalates, making it a safer choice for little ones’ delicate skin when used as directed.

• 100% naturally sourced zinc oxide active ingredient.
• Fragrance-, paraben-, and phthalate-free for fewer irritants.
• Dermatologist- and pediatrician-recommended brand background.

How does the sunscreen perform during water play or active days?

The formula is water- and sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes, so it stands up to pool time, splash sessions, and active outdoor play. Careful reapplication after prolonged water exposure and regular reapplication every two hours help maintain continuous protection.

• Up to 80 minutes water- and sweat-resistant when applied properly.
• Designed for quick reapplication on the go with a no-mess stick format.
• Compact, TSA-friendly 1.5 oz size for beach bags and backpacks.

What makes this stick different from traditional lotion sunscreens?

The solid-stick format delivers targeted, less-mess application ideal for faces, around eyes, and small areas without dispensing cream everywhere. Because it contains a mineral active (zinc oxide), it provides physical UV blocking rather than chemical absorption, which some families prefer for sensitive or reactive skin.

• Stick applicator for precision on small areas like the nose and ears.
• Mineral-based zinc oxide offers broad-spectrum physical filtering.
• Glides on clear for convenient daily use without sticky residue.

Who is this for: Parents and caregivers seeking a compact, mineral-based SPF 50 option for babies, toddlers, and children with delicate or reactive skin will find this Aveeno Kids sunscreen stick practical and gentle. It suits families who want a fragrance-free, dermatologist-recommended sunscreen that’s easy to apply on the go and holds up to active outdoor play.

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide (21.6%) Purpose: Sunscreen Inactive ingredients Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyethylene, Paraffin, Silica, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Ozokerite, Isopropyl Myristate, Adipic Acid/Diglycol Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil