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Sun Bum skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Sun Bum is an American skincare brand founded in 2010 and owned by S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. since 2019.

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Sun Bum is widely loved for its reliable sunscreens and carefully crafted formulas. Its products suit normal, dry, and combination skin types best. For acne-prone skin, the standout product is the Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50. The brand prioritizes dependable sun protection to keep skin safe during outdoor activities.

This page covers some of the most popular Sun Bum products; for the whole Sun Bum range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

Sun Bum sunscreens

Questions and answers

Is Sun Bum worth it?

Yes, Sun Bum is worth considering, as Lovi rates the Sun Bum-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, every Sun Bum product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are Sun Bum's best products?

Sun Bum offers Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50, which Lovi rates Superior for dry and dry sensitive skin, and High for sensitive, combination, acne-prone, oily, and mature skin. Every Sun Bum product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which Sun Bum sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 is the best Sun Bum sunscreen for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates it High for sensitive skin.

Does Sun Bum cause breakouts?

Sun Bum is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Lovi rates Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 High for acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin. Additionally, the Sun Bum products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

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Is Sun Bum fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from the Sun Bum products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Lovi rates Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 High for sensitive skin.

What are the key ingredients in Sun Bum products?

Sun Bum products on this page feature zinc oxide as a key active ingredient for sun protection. Additionally, formulas often include nourishing components like coconut oil and vitamin E to help soothe and condition the skin.

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How do I build a Sun Bum skincare routine?

To build a Sun Bum skincare routine, apply the Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 daily to protect and nourish the skin. Lovi rates the Sun Bum-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every Sun Bum product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Where can I buy Sun Bum, and how much does it cost?

Sun Bum products are sold at stores in Ireland, with prices starting from €32.00.

What are good alternatives to Sun Bum?

Good alternatives to Sun Bum on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar skincare brands offer alternative routines, with CeraVe providing a High fit for dry skin and a Superior fit for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Sun Bum vs CeraVe: which is better?

Sun Bum and CeraVe both fit oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin at a high level, but Lovi rates the Sun Bum-focused routine Superior for dry skin compared to High for CeraVe. Every Sun Bum product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Who owns Sun Bum, and where is it from?

Sun Bum is an American brand founded in 2010, owned by S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. since 2019.

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Is Sun Bum cruelty-free?

Yes: Leaping Bunny and PETA list Sun Bum as cruelty-free.

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Research behind Sun Bum's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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