Malibu KIDS 50 SPF Lotion

Name: Malibu Malibu KIDS 50 SPF Lotion
Brand: Malibu

spf

Overall score6.4

Malibu Malibu KIDS 50 SPF Lotion scores 6.4/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Homosalate

Chemical UVB filter

#3Octocrylene

Chemical UV filter and stabiliser

#4Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

UV protection

Score breakdown

Overall

6.4

Hydration Efficacy4.5

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Malibu Malibu KIDS 50 SPF Lotion stand out

Malibu Malibu KIDS 50 SPF Lotion is a decent spf with an overall score of 6.4/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Homosalate, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

✶
Homosalate
UV protection — #2 in the INCI list
✶
Octocrylene
UV protection — #3 in the INCI list
✶
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV protection — #4 in the INCI list
✶
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
✶
Propylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

19 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water (Aqua)#2Homosalate #3Octocrylene #4Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane #5C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate #6Propylene Glycol #7Benzophenone-3 #8Ethylhexyl Salicylate #94-Methylbenzylidene Camphor #10Diisopropyl Adipate #12Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #13Propylheptyl Caprylate #15Glyceryl Stearate #16Stearic Acid #17Hydroxyacetophenone #18Tocopherol Acetate #21Sodium Hydroxide #22Disodium Edta #23Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

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Ingredient breakdown

UV protection6
Other ingredient5
Softens and smooths3
Holds the formula together3
Draws in moisture1
Formula balancers1

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