Shop Sunscreen For Kids
Sunscreen Your Kids Won't Fight You On
For over thirty years, we've been Australia's trusted name in zinc oxide sun protection. Our kids' and baby formulas deliver the same broad-spectrum protection as our original zinc sticks — fragrance-free, gentle on sensitive skin, and reef-friendly.
- Australia's Number One Zinc Oxide Sunscreen
- Fragrance-Free, Made For Sensitive Skin
- Fun Colours Kids Actually Want To Wear
- Stays Put & Prevents Burn
Mineral Sunscreen For Kids' Skin
Zinc oxide is a naturally occurring mineral that works by physically blocking and scattering UV radiation, rather than being absorbed into the skin the way chemical filters are.
That physical-barrier action is a big part of why it's often preferred for children — it's non-comedogenic, won't clog pores, and is well suited to sensitive or reactive skin.
Common Questions
Is mineral sunscreen safe for kids?+
Yes. Mineral formulas like zinc oxide sit on top of the skin rather than being absorbed into it, which is why many parents choose them for children's more sensitive skin.
What's the difference between the Kids and Baby formulas?+
The Baby formula is developed to be even gentler for delicate infant skin, while the Kids formula is built for everyday active use — school, sport and play.
Is Sun Zapper reef-safe?+
Yes — every Sun Zapper formula is reef-safe, made without the chemical UV filters linked to coral reef damage.
How often should I reapply sunscreen on my child?+
As a general guide, reapply every two hours, and immediately after swimming or towel-drying — even with a water-resistant formula.
Do the colour zinc sticks give the same protection as the regular formulas?+
Yes — the same SPF50+ mineral protection, just in a fun, easy-to-see stick format that makes application easier with kids.
Is it fragrance-free?+
Yes, the kids' and baby ranges are formulated without added fragrance.
Putting your kids first.
Why mineral for your little one?
Kids' skin is thinner and still developing, which means it doesn't handle chemical UV filters the way adult skin does. Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing into the skin and converting UV radiation into heat. Zinc oxide works differently — it sits on top of the skin and physically reflects UV rays before they ever get the chance to do damage. Our zinc oxide is non-nano, which means the particles are too large to pass through the skin barrier — they simply can't be absorbed, however long your kids spend in the sun. That's a big part of why it's the formula parents reach for when a child's skin is involved: gentle enough for sensitive skin, safe for children from 6 months, and reef-safe for the days spent in the water too.
Our zinc oxide is nano-particle free, meaning the particles are large enough that they never penetrate the skin barrier. Safe for sensitive skin, safe for children from 6 months, safe for the reef.