made by a Pediatrician to protect his own family
The pediatrician who invented transparent zinc oxide created burnd because he couldn't find a sunscreen he'd actually put on his own kid. The result: broad-spectrum SPF41 protection that goes on clear, never stings, and disappears without a fight - so you can actually get it on them and go.
- Broad Spectrum
- Pediatrician & dermatologist developed
- Dermatologist Recommended
- Gentle on sensitive skin, safe for new-borns up
- Oxybenzone & benzene free
- Water Resistant 80 Minutes
- Highly Sweat Resistant
- Tear-free, no-sting formula
- Lightweight & Non-Greasy
- Goes on white so you see full coverage - dries completely clear
- Formulated to be Non-Comedogenic
- Fragrance & Paraben Free
- Mom approved
Stuff that blocks the sun (SPF):
Zinc Oxide 8.1%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Homosalate 8.0%
Stuff that makes it water resistant: Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11
Stuff that helps your skin:
Ascorbyl Palmitate (vitamin C), Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E), Methylpropanediol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Water
Stuff that feels great:
Dioctyl Sebacate, Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
Stuff that makes it stick together:
PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Stuff that keeps it fresh and clean:
Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin
Stuff we wouldn’t put on our own kids:
NOTHING
Apply liberally at least 15 min before sun exposure. If you apply any sunscreen after you’ve already been in the sun for a bit, the sunscreen is not as effective.
We recommend that you reapply every 80 minutes if golfing or sweating because thats the right thing to do. However we know thats not real life. Thats why we specifically engineered this stuff to really stay put. Just check out some of our reviews!
Most sunscreens lose the battle before you open the cap. They sting, they streak, they leave your kid looking like a mime - and good luck getting them to sit still for round two. Burnd was built by a pediatrician who was just as done with it as you are. Goes on white so you see full coverage, dries completely clear, and holds up through sand, surf, and sweaty kid chaos. No residue. No negotiating. No mime face. That's why my mom (and moms everywhere) love it.
Not toothpaste
80 Minutes Water Resistant
Broad Spectrum
SPF 41
Dries Clear
Reasons to love burnd
Before
After
1
Dries clear
Visible application so you never miss a spot, then dries down completely clear on all skin tones.
2
Water + Sweat Resistant
Engineered to be hydrophobic and adhere evenly to skin, so protection holds when you sweat, swim, or move. No dripping, no eye sting.
3
Non-Greasy or Sticky
Smooth, breathable, and refined. Absorbs cleanly without heaviness or shine. The kind of sunscreen you'll actually want to wear every day.
on your skin, off the reef
Backed by experts
Chief Scientific Advisor
Dr. Mark Mitchnick is a physician and accomplished product developer with deep experience in skin and sun care having invented the transparent zinc oxide technology used by many companies today.
With more than three decades of experience across pediatrics, formulation science, complex drug delivery, and global health, Mark’s career has focused on solving real-world problems with rigorous, evidence-based science.
Dermatologist & Dermatopathologist
Dr. Radha Mikkilineni brings 20+ years of dermatology and dermatopathology expertise, blending deep scientific training with a compassionate, evidence-based approach.
Her rare dual certification gives her microscopic insight into how skin truly behaves: what strengthens the barrier, what irritates it, and what actually works. Her guidance ensures every formula is grounded in real skin biology.
Dermatologic Surgeon & Melanoma Specialist
Dr. Mitchell Kline is a nationally recognized expert in melanoma, complex skin cancers, and UV damage, with 30+ years of surgical and clinical experience.
Trained at Penn, Memorial Sloan Kettering, and Weill Cornell (where he now teaches) he’s known for advancing early detection, surgical precision, and UV-protection education.
Formulation Scientist & Biomaterials Engineer
Dr. Kim is a biomedical engineer and formulation scientist specializing in drug delivery, nano- and micro-formulation, and performance materials.
With 10+ years of R&D across leading labs at Cornell, Lehigh, and Penn State, and a Ph.D. from Boston University, she brings deep expertise in polymer synthesis, biomaterials, encapsulation technologies, and preclinical testing.
All that good stuff
These aren’t buzzwords. They’re the result of doing it right.
Kinda Vegan
Kinda VeganIt’s just the beeswax we use, but we asked the bees and they’re cool with it
Non-GMO
Non-GMONothing genetically messed with.
Paraben free
Paraben freeBecause it’s 2026 and nobody uses parabens anymore. Using them in skincare would be genuinely ridiculous.
Cruelty free
Cruelty freeAlways and forever.
Dermatologist recommended
Dermatologist recommendedBacked by dermatologists and skin experts who care about real performance. Meet them.
Fragrance free
Fragrance freeLess irritation, fewer reactions, happier skin.
burnd in the wild
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Check out our full FAQ list or contact us directly with your question.
The short answer is you can use it anywhere. burnd is gentle enough to use on your face but powerful enough to protect your entire body.
Yes, yes it it. We specifically engineered this sunscreen to really stay put, even in the harshest of environments (or just going to the beach).
But don't just take our word for it, look at our reviews!
Yes *as long as you apply within reason* If you use sunscreen like a normal person, you’ll be in the clear. If you’re cosplaying as a cupcake with a frosting fetish, you’re gonna be left with some white streaks.
Toxin-free" is marketing language designed to scare you into buying products.
Every ingredient in burnd has been clinically tested and meets medical-grade safety standards—the same ones our founder used when he designed it for our family. We use what works and what's safe.
If you want to see exactly what's in the bottle, check the ingredients list on the product page. No secrets, no fearmongering.
burnd was made with sensitive skin in mind. Unlike most sunscreens on the market, our formula was specially design to protect your skin WITHOUT clogging pores.
That being said you’re always vulnerable to irritating your skin if you decide to put some sort of foreign cream on it. So no, it should not cause acne but if you have any problems, just let us know and we will completely refund your money.
Yes, and it actually works really well. This is a happy and unintended byproduct of using silicone—the sunscreen won’t mix into or disrupt your makeup. You can put the sunscreen on before or after you craft those perfect contours.
Our formula’s founder is actually a pediatrician by training and designed the formula to be gentle enough for his toddler and wife.
So yes, slap our sunscreen on your kids without a worry in the world... except what’s on their most recent search history...
