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What is a sunblock that a baby is not allergic to?
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Several brands: Sunblock is important for people of all ages to avoid skin damage. Ones that contain the physical barriers zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide do not bind to the skin and are very safe to use on babies and everyone else.
Answered 12/14/2014
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