Babo Botanicals Mineral Sunscreen Balm SPF50 Fragrance-Free — Travel-Size, 80-Min Water Resistant

Lightweight and compact, this mineral sunscreen balm combines natural-origin zinc oxide with bentonite clay and 19 plant-based ingredients like jojoba and sustainably sourced passion fruit oil. It’s designed for face and body use, offers 80 minutes of water resistance, and comes in a travel-friendly plastic container that’s easy to apply on the go. Dermatologist-tested and cruelty-free, the balm is odorless and suitable for all ages when used as directed.

How does the balm perform during sports and water activities?

The formula uses bentonite clay to help the zinc-oxide barrier adhere through sweat and splashing, reducing slippage during movement. Water resistance for up to 80 minutes helps maintain protection during swimming or heavy activity, but reapplication after towel-drying or prolonged exposure is recommended.

• 80 minutes water resistant for swimming and sweating
• Bentonite clay improves adhesion during activity
• Zinc oxide provides broad-spectrum mineral protection

Is this safe for sensitive skin and children?

The fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested formula avoids common sensitizers and uses gentle plant-based oils to help moisturize without irritation. Because it’s a mineral (zinc-oxide) sunscreen, it sits on the skin surface rather than being absorbed, which many users prefer for sensitive skin and young children.

• Fragrance-free and dermatologist tested
• Suitable for all ages when applied as directed
• Includes jojoba and passion fruit oil to hydrate skin

How do I apply the balm for effective coverage?

Apply generously to exposed areas of face and body before sun exposure and rub until blended; for lips, nose, ears, and around the hairline use small, frequent touches to ensure coverage. Reapply at least every two hours, or after towel drying, heavy sweating, or swimming beyond the water-resistance window.

• Apply liberally and evenly to all exposed skin
• Reapply after 80 minutes in water or heavy sweating
• Works well for spot application on face, ears, and active areas

What ingredients help moisturize while protecting?

Beyond natural-origin zinc oxide, the balm contains jojoba and sustainably sourced passion fruit oil to reduce transepidermal water loss and leave skin feeling soft. The mix of 19 plant-based ingredients is selected to support hydration and maintain a stable, water-resistant finish without added fragrance.

• Natural-origin zinc oxide for broad-spectrum protection
• Jojoba and passion fruit oil to nourish and retain moisture
• Bentonite clay for better adhesion during activity

Who this product is for: Active families, outdoor athletes, and anyone seeking a compact, fragrance-free mineral sunscreen that holds up during movement. It’s especially useful for parents who want a simple zinc-oxide option for kids and adults that doubles as a convenient on-the-go balm for face, lips, and small body areas.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide 24.5% Inactive ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride^, Polyhydroxystearic Acid^, Tapioca Starch^, Saccharomyces Ferment, Behenyl Behenate^, Jojoba Esters^, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax^, Passiflora Edulis (Maracuja) Seed Oil^, Bentonite, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*^, Tocopherol (Vitamin E)^, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*^, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*^, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*^, Nasturtium Officinale (Watercress) Flower/Leaf Extract*^, Spiraea Ulmaria (Meadowsweet) Flower Extract*^, Lauroyl Lysine^, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax^, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax^, Polyglyceryl-10 Diisosterate^, Polyglycerin-3^. *CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENTS ^PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS WITH SUSTAINABLY SOURCED PASSION FRUIT OIL: We source our upcycled Passion Fruit Seed Oil from family-owned farms in Peru. By partnering with juice makers, the farmers salvage the unused seeds which are otherwise discarded and cold-press them into a nutritious vitamin-rich oil. This sustainable practice helps to promote a circular economy and provides an additional source of income for the farmers who grow and harvest Passion Fruit.