La Roche-Posay Anthelios Kids Gentle Lotion Sunscreen SPF 50 — Fragrance-Free, 80‑Minute Water Resistant, Lightweight

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Kids Gentle Lotion SPF 50 is a pediatrician- and dermatologist-tested, broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion designed for children’s face and body that blends easily, resists water for 80 minutes, and is free of oxybenzone, octinoxate, parabens and fragrance.

Made for delicate young skin, this lightweight sunscreen uses Cell-Ox Shield® technology to combine photostable UVA/UVB filters with antioxidants. The fast-absorbing formula leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated without a heavy white cast, and its water resistance and sand-release properties make it practical for beach and pool days. Tested by dermatologists and pediatricians, it’s also non-comedogenic and allergy tested to help reduce irritation risks.

How does this sunscreen protect kids from the sun?

Anthelios Kids uses broad-spectrum filters paired with antioxidant support to reduce the skin’s exposure to UVA and UVB radiation. The Cell-Ox Shield® system stabilizes the active filters and helps defend against free-radical damage from sunlight.

• Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection with photostable filters
• Antioxidant support to help neutralize free radicals
• SPF 50 for high-level UVB defense
• Clinically tested on children’s skin by pediatric and dermatology experts

Will this lotion leave a white cast or feel oily on children's skin?

The lotion is formulated to blend smoothly across all skin tones and absorb without leaving a heavy white residue. Its oil-free, lightweight texture keeps skin comfortable and helps sand brush off easily after outdoor play.

• Light, non-greasy lotion base
• Designed to minimize white cast on diverse skin tones
• Leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized, not sticky
• Sand detaches easily after drying

How should I apply and reapply Anthelios Kids SPF 50?

Apply generously 15 minutes before sun exposure to all exposed areas of face and body. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, after towel drying, and at least every two hours during prolonged outdoor activity.

• Step 1: Generously apply 15 minutes before going outside
• Step 2: Reapply after 80 minutes of water exposure or sweating
• Step 3: Reapply after towel drying and at minimum every two hours
• Follow package directions; consult a doctor for infants under six months

Are there any ingredients to be aware of for sensitive children?

This formula avoids common irritants such as fragrance, parabens, oxybenzone and octinoxate, and is both allergy tested and non-comedogenic. It also contains Senna Alata extract, an ingredient included to help support the top layer of skin against oxidative stress.

• Fragrance-free, paraben-free, oxybenzone- and octinoxate-free
• Allergy tested and dermatologist/pediatrician tested for safety
• Non-comedogenic to reduce pore-clogging risk
• Includes Senna Alata extract and antioxidant complex

Who is this for: Families and caregivers seeking a high-protection, easy-to-apply sunscreen for children that balances strong UVA/UVB defense with a gentle, non-irritating formulation. It’s suited for everyday outdoor play, beach days, and pool time when you want reliable SPF 50 performance without heavy residue or added fragrances. For infants under six months, consult a pediatrician before use.

Ingredients

WATER • DIMETHICONE • GLYCERIN • STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE • POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE • ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER • NIACINAMIDE • SILICA • CAPRYLYL METHICONE • ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER • CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • CHLORPHENESIN • DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE • GLYCERYL STEARATE • INULIN LAURYL CARBAMATE • P-ANISIC ACID • PANTHENOL • PEG-100 STEARATE • PEG-8 LAURATE • PHENOXYETHANOL • POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE • SODIUM DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE • SODIUM HYALURONATE • TOCOPHEROL • TRIETHANOLAMINE • TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE • XANTHAN GUM