CLEAN + CONSCIOUS AWARDS 2026 PROUDLY PARTNERED WITH
Kids Mineral Sunscreen – Sun Cub Co
FINALIST
Best Kids Natural Sunscreen 2026
$35.00
Sun Cub Kids Mineral SPF 50 is a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen for babies and children. It is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, reef-safe, Australian made and supports positive daily sun-safe habits, especially when paired with the Sun Brush for easier application.
Clean Ingredients / Materials
Formulated with excellent clean ingredients, including many organic ingredients. SPF 50. Suitable from 6 months. Non nano zinc. Vegan. Fragrance free. Cruelty free. Reef friendly.
Ethical Practices
Sun Cub Co manufactures its products in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility, ensuring regulatory oversight and quality control. The brand is committed to cruelty-free practices, with no animal testing and partnerships only with suppliers who share this commitment. Ingredient selection prioritises functional necessity and suitability for delicate, family skin, avoiding unnecessary fillers. The brand values transparent sourcing and production, seeks alignment with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and maintains clear communication and respectful partnerships with manufacturers and suppliers.
Sustainable Practices
Sun Cub manufactures and fills its Kids Mineral SPF 50, Sunny Day Lotion and Hand Sanitiser in Australia, supporting local industry and reducing finished-product freight. The brand uses certified home-compostable HEROPACK mailers for shipping, avoids unnecessary outer cartons and excess packaging and uses recyclable cardboard boxes where required. The Wet Bag is made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. Sun Cub’s sunscreen is reef-safe, being free from oxybenzone and octinoxate.
Social Impact
Sun Cub supports Australian manufacturing through close, transparent relationships with local production partners, enabling accountability and ethical oversight. The brand runs a dedicated family discount initiative with a local childcare centre to make mineral sun protection more accessible for young children, with plans to expand this initiative to additional early learning settings. Sun Cub also engages in education-led communication to promote preventative health behaviours among families.
Product Reviews by Experts
Sun Cub is a founder-led brand born from personal needs – a woman who grew up with sensitive, allergy-prone skin and raised two children needed cleaner options, too. That origin story is visible in the product. The non-nano zinc oxide formula is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, TGA-licensed, and formulated with meaningful restraint. My son also has sensitive skin; he’s had reactions to mineral sunscreens in the past. His skin tolerated Sun Cub beautifully; the formulation rubbed in without leaving a white cast, and it didn’t trigger any skin reactions. The Sun Brush applicator is a fun concept for little kids, less important for frothing surf groms who want to get into the water as quickly as possible. Importantly, the scent is mellow and unoffensive – I didn’t even see his nose wrinkle from the smell like it usually does during sunscreen application. Sun Cub is an Australian-made sunscreen manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which means proper regulatory oversight at every stage of production and product safety. The brand’s formulation philosophy, prioritising functional necessity over unnecessary fillers, transparent ingredient selection, and suitability for the most delicate family skin is a form of ethical commitment in and of itself. The social responsibility framing is community and family-centred: the brand was created to support parents in building healthy, lifelong sun-safe habits for their children, and the education-led communication approach puts genuine sun safety information ahead of marketing language. Manufacturing locally supports Australian employment and reduces transport emissions.
As a mum of two young children, I know that the hardest part about sunscreen is often getting it onto your kids in the first place. What I loved most about this product was how thoughtfully it has been designed to make that process easier. The fun packaging immediately appeals to children, and the brush applicator is a fantastic addition that makes application quick, convenient and far less messy. I particularly appreciate that the formula has been created specifically for babies, children and sensitive skin, giving parents confidence while still making sun protection feel positive and achievable as part of everyday life. I was impressed by how genuine the brand feels. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing, thoughtful ingredients and helping families build healthy sun-safe habits shows they’re focused on creating a positive impact, not just a great product.
I love the addition of the handwritten note; always a special touch to add to a package. I love that the sunscreen is SPF 50 and is made from 100% organic ingredients. The packaging is super fun and stands out amongst other brands, the bright colours wouldn’t get lost in a handbag/nappy bag. The sun brush is such a fun engaging way to get the kids involved in the process of putting on sunscreen and it keeps hands clean too! The sunscreen is a thick texture but was not difficult to apply. It didn’t feel sticky and absorbed into the skin really well. I love that this brand is thoughtful and transparent in creating products for families. I especially love that the Kids Mineral SPF 50 is formulated and filled in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility. I also appreciate the brand’s commitment to working with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and fair working conditions. Another standout for me is that the sunscreen is reef-safe, reflecting a genuine commitment to protecting marine ecosystems.
Kids Mineral Sunscreen – Sun Cub Co
$35.00
Sun Cub is a founder-led brand born from personal needs – a woman who grew up with sensitive, allergy-prone skin and raised two children needed cleaner options, too. That origin story is visible in the product. The non-nano zinc oxide formula is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, TGA-licensed, and formulated with meaningful restraint. My son also has sensitive skin; he’s had reactions to mineral sunscreens in the past. His skin tolerated Sun Cub beautifully; the formulation rubbed in without leaving a white cast, and it didn’t trigger any skin reactions. The Sun Brush applicator is a fun concept for little kids, less important for frothing surf groms who want to get into the water as quickly as possible. Importantly, the scent is mellow and unoffensive – I didn’t even see his nose wrinkle from the smell like it usually does during sunscreen application. Sun Cub is an Australian-made sunscreen manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which means proper regulatory oversight at every stage of production and product safety. The brand’s formulation philosophy, prioritising functional necessity over unnecessary fillers, transparent ingredient selection, and suitability for the most delicate family skin is a form of ethical commitment in and of itself. The social responsibility framing is community and family-centred: the brand was created to support parents in building healthy, lifelong sun-safe habits for their children, and the education-led communication approach puts genuine sun safety information ahead of marketing language. Manufacturing locally supports Australian employment and reduces transport emissions. As a mum of two young children, I know that the hardest part about sunscreen is often getting it onto your kids in the first place. What I loved most about this product was how thoughtfully it has been designed to make that process easier. The fun packaging immediately appeals to children, and the brush applicator is a fantastic addition that makes application quick, convenient and far less messy. I particularly appreciate that the formula has been created specifically for babies, children and sensitive skin, giving parents confidence while still making sun protection feel positive and achievable as part of everyday life. I was impressed by how genuine the brand feels. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing, thoughtful ingredients and helping families build healthy sun-safe habits shows they’re focused on creating a positive impact, not just a great product. I love the addition of the handwritten note; always a special touch to add to a package. I love that the sunscreen is SPF 50 and is made from 100% organic ingredients. The packaging is super fun and stands out amongst other brands, the bright colours wouldn’t get lost in a handbag/nappy bag. The sun brush is such a fun engaging way to get the kids involved in the process of putting on sunscreen and it keeps hands clean too! The sunscreen is a thick texture but was not difficult to apply. It didn’t feel sticky and absorbed into the skin really well. I love that this brand is thoughtful and transparent in creating products for families. I especially love that the Kids Mineral SPF 50 is formulated and filled in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility. I also appreciate the brand’s commitment to working with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and fair working conditions. Another standout for me is that the sunscreen is reef-safe, reflecting a genuine commitment to protecting marine ecosystems. Sun Cub Kids Mineral SPF 50 is a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen for babies and children. It is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, reef-safe, Australian made and supports positive daily sun-safe habits, especially when paired with the Sun Brush for easier application.
Categories: Best Kids Natural Sunscreen 2026
$35.00
Sun Cub is a founder-led brand born from personal needs – a woman who grew up with sensitive, allergy-prone skin and raised two children needed cleaner options, too. That origin story is visible in the product. The non-nano zinc oxide formula is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, TGA-licensed, and formulated with meaningful restraint. My son also has sensitive skin; he’s had reactions to mineral sunscreens in the past. His skin tolerated Sun Cub beautifully; the formulation rubbed in without leaving a white cast, and it didn’t trigger any skin reactions. The Sun Brush applicator is a fun concept for little kids, less important for frothing surf groms who want to get into the water as quickly as possible. Importantly, the scent is mellow and unoffensive – I didn’t even see his nose wrinkle from the smell like it usually does during sunscreen application. Sun Cub is an Australian-made sunscreen manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which means proper regulatory oversight at every stage of production and product safety. The brand’s formulation philosophy, prioritising functional necessity over unnecessary fillers, transparent ingredient selection, and suitability for the most delicate family skin is a form of ethical commitment in and of itself. The social responsibility framing is community and family-centred: the brand was created to support parents in building healthy, lifelong sun-safe habits for their children, and the education-led communication approach puts genuine sun safety information ahead of marketing language. Manufacturing locally supports Australian employment and reduces transport emissions. As a mum of two young children, I know that the hardest part about sunscreen is often getting it onto your kids in the first place. What I loved most about this product was how thoughtfully it has been designed to make that process easier. The fun packaging immediately appeals to children, and the brush applicator is a fantastic addition that makes application quick, convenient and far less messy. I particularly appreciate that the formula has been created specifically for babies, children and sensitive skin, giving parents confidence while still making sun protection feel positive and achievable as part of everyday life. I was impressed by how genuine the brand feels. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing, thoughtful ingredients and helping families build healthy sun-safe habits shows they’re focused on creating a positive impact, not just a great product. I love the addition of the handwritten note; always a special touch to add to a package. I love that the sunscreen is SPF 50 and is made from 100% organic ingredients. The packaging is super fun and stands out amongst other brands, the bright colours wouldn’t get lost in a handbag/nappy bag. The sun brush is such a fun engaging way to get the kids involved in the process of putting on sunscreen and it keeps hands clean too! The sunscreen is a thick texture but was not difficult to apply. It didn’t feel sticky and absorbed into the skin really well. I love that this brand is thoughtful and transparent in creating products for families. I especially love that the Kids Mineral SPF 50 is formulated and filled in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility. I also appreciate the brand’s commitment to working with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and fair working conditions. Another standout for me is that the sunscreen is reef-safe, reflecting a genuine commitment to protecting marine ecosystems. Sun Cub Kids Mineral SPF 50 is a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen for babies and children. It is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, reef-safe, Australian made and supports positive daily sun-safe habits, especially when paired with the Sun Brush for easier application.
Categories: Best Kids Natural Sunscreen 2026
Sun Cub is a founder-led brand born from personal needs – a woman who grew up with sensitive, allergy-prone skin and raised two children needed cleaner options, too. That origin story is visible in the product. The non-nano zinc oxide formula is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, TGA-licensed, and formulated with meaningful restraint. My son also has sensitive skin; he’s had reactions to mineral sunscreens in the past. His skin tolerated Sun Cub beautifully; the formulation rubbed in without leaving a white cast, and it didn’t trigger any skin reactions. The Sun Brush applicator is a fun concept for little kids, less important for frothing surf groms who want to get into the water as quickly as possible. Importantly, the scent is mellow and unoffensive – I didn’t even see his nose wrinkle from the smell like it usually does during sunscreen application. Sun Cub is an Australian-made sunscreen manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which means proper regulatory oversight at every stage of production and product safety. The brand’s formulation philosophy, prioritising functional necessity over unnecessary fillers, transparent ingredient selection, and suitability for the most delicate family skin is a form of ethical commitment in and of itself. The social responsibility framing is community and family-centred: the brand was created to support parents in building healthy, lifelong sun-safe habits for their children, and the education-led communication approach puts genuine sun safety information ahead of marketing language. Manufacturing locally supports Australian employment and reduces transport emissions. As a mum of two young children, I know that the hardest part about sunscreen is often getting it onto your kids in the first place. What I loved most about this product was how thoughtfully it has been designed to make that process easier. The fun packaging immediately appeals to children, and the brush applicator is a fantastic addition that makes application quick, convenient and far less messy. I particularly appreciate that the formula has been created specifically for babies, children and sensitive skin, giving parents confidence while still making sun protection feel positive and achievable as part of everyday life. I was impressed by how genuine the brand feels. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing, thoughtful ingredients and helping families build healthy sun-safe habits shows they’re focused on creating a positive impact, not just a great product. I love the addition of the handwritten note; always a special touch to add to a package. I love that the sunscreen is SPF 50 and is made from 100% organic ingredients. The packaging is super fun and stands out amongst other brands, the bright colours wouldn’t get lost in a handbag/nappy bag. The sun brush is such a fun engaging way to get the kids involved in the process of putting on sunscreen and it keeps hands clean too! The sunscreen is a thick texture but was not difficult to apply. It didn’t feel sticky and absorbed into the skin really well. I love that this brand is thoughtful and transparent in creating products for families. I especially love that the Kids Mineral SPF 50 is formulated and filled in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility. I also appreciate the brand’s commitment to working with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and fair working conditions. Another standout for me is that the sunscreen is reef-safe, reflecting a genuine commitment to protecting marine ecosystems. Kids Mineral Sunscreen – Sun Cub Co
Sun Cub Kids Mineral SPF 50 is a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen for babies and children. It is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, reef-safe, Australian made and supports positive daily sun-safe habits, especially when paired with the Sun Brush for easier application.
Categories: Best Kids Natural Sunscreen 2026
Sun Cub is a founder-led brand born from personal needs – a woman who grew up with sensitive, allergy-prone skin and raised two children needed cleaner options, too. That origin story is visible in the product. The non-nano zinc oxide formula is fragrance-free, free from chemical UV filters, TGA-licensed, and formulated with meaningful restraint. My son also has sensitive skin; he’s had reactions to mineral sunscreens in the past. His skin tolerated Sun Cub beautifully; the formulation rubbed in without leaving a white cast, and it didn’t trigger any skin reactions. The Sun Brush applicator is a fun concept for little kids, less important for frothing surf groms who want to get into the water as quickly as possible. Importantly, the scent is mellow and unoffensive – I didn’t even see his nose wrinkle from the smell like it usually does during sunscreen application. Sun Cub is an Australian-made sunscreen manufactured in a TGA-licensed facility, which means proper regulatory oversight at every stage of production and product safety. The brand’s formulation philosophy, prioritising functional necessity over unnecessary fillers, transparent ingredient selection, and suitability for the most delicate family skin is a form of ethical commitment in and of itself. The social responsibility framing is community and family-centred: the brand was created to support parents in building healthy, lifelong sun-safe habits for their children, and the education-led communication approach puts genuine sun safety information ahead of marketing language. Manufacturing locally supports Australian employment and reduces transport emissions. As a mum of two young children, I know that the hardest part about sunscreen is often getting it onto your kids in the first place. What I loved most about this product was how thoughtfully it has been designed to make that process easier. The fun packaging immediately appeals to children, and the brush applicator is a fantastic addition that makes application quick, convenient and far less messy. I particularly appreciate that the formula has been created specifically for babies, children and sensitive skin, giving parents confidence while still making sun protection feel positive and achievable as part of everyday life. I was impressed by how genuine the brand feels. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing, thoughtful ingredients and helping families build healthy sun-safe habits shows they’re focused on creating a positive impact, not just a great product. I love the addition of the handwritten note; always a special touch to add to a package. I love that the sunscreen is SPF 50 and is made from 100% organic ingredients. The packaging is super fun and stands out amongst other brands, the bright colours wouldn’t get lost in a handbag/nappy bag. The sun brush is such a fun engaging way to get the kids involved in the process of putting on sunscreen and it keeps hands clean too! The sunscreen is a thick texture but was not difficult to apply. It didn’t feel sticky and absorbed into the skin really well. I love that this brand is thoughtful and transparent in creating products for families. I especially love that the Kids Mineral SPF 50 is formulated and filled in Australia in a TGA-licensed facility. I also appreciate the brand’s commitment to working with suppliers who uphold ethical labour practices and fair working conditions. Another standout for me is that the sunscreen is reef-safe, reflecting a genuine commitment to protecting marine ecosystems.You Might Also Like