Aveeno Baby SPF 50 is the best sunscreen you'll struggle to apply

The formula itself is excellent — zinc oxide, SPF 50, no fragrance, no stinging, and it actually stays on through sweat and water without needing to be reapplied every forty-five minutes. The problem is the application. It’s thick and takes real effort to rub in completely, which means you need a cooperative, patient kid or a bribe. On a calm morning with a willing toddler, it’s the best sunscreen you can buy. On a rushed Tuesday before school drop-off, you’ll reach for the spray kind and feel guilty about it.