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How often should kids reapply sunscreen outdoors?

About every 2 hours, sooner after swimming or sweating.

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  1. Every 2 hours ✔
  2. Once a day in the morning
  3. Every 6 hours

Why: Sunscreen wears off from time, water, sweat and toweling. Put more on every 2 hours and right after swimming.

Huh, didn't know that: The AAP suggests a hat with an all-around 3-inch brim to shade the face, ears and neck.

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Answer: Every 2 hours. Sunscreen wears off from time, water, sweat and toweling. Put more on every 2 hours and right after swimming.

  1. AAP HealthyChildren.org: Sun Safety www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Sun-Safety.aspx
    Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming, sweating or drying off with a towel.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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