https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:26:43 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825190 Tue, 29 May 2018 13:24:44 +0000 BadgerMom 2825190@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a love hate with more natural sunscreen. I love that it has less chemicals but I HATE how hard it is to rub in. I recently found out that Banana Boat spray doesn't contain Oxybenzone, has the same active ingredients as Alba and Sun Bum and is like half the price, so that has been my compromise. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825188 Tue, 29 May 2018 13:16:42 +0000 Mrs D 2825188@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use Beautycounter mist...non aerosol. I find it quick and easy. They also have a stick that is great for faces, shoulders, tops of feet...etc </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825037 Sun, 27 May 2018 22:28:49 +0000 yin 2825037@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have been using the Alba spray sunscreen for my kids for the past 2 years. Just spray and rub it in. Easy application. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825033 Sun, 27 May 2018 22:13:24 +0000 ocean81 2825033@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Goddess garden has a spray<br /> <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&#038;ai=DChcSEwi_k7jzt6fbAhWS42QKHa17ABkYABANGgJwag&#038;sig=AOD64_2v8WKX03dF4mXe5rvS76GnsanXlA&#038;ctype=5&#038;q=&#038;ved=0ahUKEwi75LHzt6fbAhV2CTQIHYKpB4IQwg8IMw&#038;adurl=" rel="nofollow">https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&#038;ai=DChcSEwi_k7jzt6fbAhWS42QKHa17ABkYABANGgJwag&#038;sig=AOD64_2v8WKX03dF4mXe5rvS76GnsanXlA&#038;ctype=5&#038;q=&#038;ved=0ahUKEwi75LHzt6fbAhV2CTQIHYKpB4IQwg8IMw&#038;adurl=</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825031 Sun, 27 May 2018 21:02:43 +0000 Autumnmama79 2825031@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Big fan of Sun Bum for my 9yo who does her own sunscreen everyday. Sprays easily and evenly! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825022 Sun, 27 May 2018 16:57:24 +0000 Foodnerd81 2825022@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use the babyganics pump spray (not aerosol) when I want to do it quickly. It goes on quickly and rubs in easily. But I don’t feel like I do it as thoroughly as when I use a thicker regular one so I only use it for short times outside. Plus I have heard babyganics isn’t the LEAST chemical-y option. So that’s my quick in a pinch one. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825018 Sun, 27 May 2018 14:00:27 +0000 kce56 2825018@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We like Alba Botanica kids spray sunscreen. Goes on clear and I believe it’s recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/spray-sunscreen-1#post-2825017 Sun, 27 May 2018 13:53:10 +0000 ustechie 2825017@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Does anyone have a recommendation on a spray sunscreen for my 6 and 3 year old? I really like blue lizard, but I’d love something quicker and less messy! I’ve used coppertone in a pinch, but want something with less chemicals. Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-228521 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:33:21 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 228521@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use Bubble and Bee. You can use it on little ones because it's totally natural stuff like rosemary and clove. It smells delicious! And they are local to me to boot!<br /> <a href="http://www.bubbleandbee.com/servlet/the-54/organic-insect-repellant,-DEET/Detail" rel="nofollow">http://www.bubbleandbee.com/servlet/the-54/organic-insect-repellant,-DEET/Detail</a></p> <p>I should say that most people are resistant to using an insect repellant when I bring it over, but they always smell it and then want some :). Also it works really well! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-228494 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:14:37 +0000 yin 228494@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We also use California Baby insect repellent, and it seems to work pretty well. My LO has never had a mosquito bite using the spray, but I have been bitten on a few occasions. I have to make sure that every inch of skin is covered or else the mosquitoes will find the spot that I missed. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-228493 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:13:45 +0000 Mrs. Bee 228493@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>we use natrapel and it helps a lot. california baby attracts bees and not just because i am one! i read that in the reviews and sure enough when we were in our backyard wearing california baby, the bees wouldn't leave us alone.</p> <p>badger also makes a stick repellent that has very low ratings on the ewg site. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-228488 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:11:12 +0000 mrs. bird 228488@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i've used this one from all terrain on a toddler with SUPER sensitive skin and had no issues with it, but looking at reviews it looks like some people had a reaction (that can be said with almost everything!). i think different formulas of natural repellants would work better in some areas than others depending on the type of bugs there. we're inland in MA and it worked ok, still a few bites in the evening, but not nearly as bad as using nothing. it also has a 2 score on the skin deep database, so nothing scary =)</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/All-Terrain-DEET-Free-Natural-Repellent/dp/B004O9RBHI/ref=pd_sim_hpc_1" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/All-Terrain-DEET-Free-Natural-Repellent/dp/B004O9RBHI/ref=pd_sim_hpc_1</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-228479 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 09:57:55 +0000 T.H.O.U. 228479@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Any other suggestions? I got some Skin So Soft from Avon and it helps a little bit but not a ton. It still seems like almost once a day she gets a bite even if its just from the time it takes to put her in the car! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-145467 Wed, 02 May 2012 22:24:58 +0000 ohapostrophe 145467@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We use the California Baby stuff and it seems to work pretty well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-145351 Wed, 02 May 2012 19:59:47 +0000 heffalump 145351@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Our doctor said no spray yet, so we use the candles instead. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-145089 Wed, 02 May 2012 15:19:24 +0000 Minnie_Girl 145089@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>There are usually at least a few plants bugs have a natural aversion to. For example, rosemary repels lice. Maybe there are some plants you could keep around to deter the skeeters? </p> <p>Also, is there any standing water near your house? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/natural-insect-repellant-brands-for-baby#post-145079 Wed, 02 May 2012 15:11:08 +0000 T.H.O.U. 145079@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am looking for suggestions for bug spray/lotion for my little one. Mosquitoes are really bad around here and I attract them! I would love for something natural but also really need it to work. After being outside for like 5 minutes I have about 10 bites on my legs. They are bad here. </p>