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  • Sonny Ice Cream Truck and Sun Bum Van - Trust the Bum Tour in the Rearview
    Trust the Bum Tour in the Rearview

    10 cities. 36 days. 4,500 banana suits. No burns. Relive the madness.

  • Trust the Bum Tour
    Trust the Bum Tour

    We’re driving our 1963 Chevy Ice Cream Truck coast-to-coast through 10 different cities. Come see us for free SPF, good times and banana suits. A LOT of banana suits. Find out if we’re rollin’ through your town below.

  • How To Treat Baby Sunburn
    How To Treat Baby Sunburn

    If you’re wondering how to treat baby sunburn, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Babies have sensitive skin, and it’s super important to soothe that burn ASAP.

  • What Are the Effects of Not Wearing Sunscreen?
    What Are the Effects of Not Wearing Sunscreen?

    Skip the screen—not a big deal, right? Ummm... We all know we’re serious about the screen around here, but you might be surprised to find out why. ‘Cuz it’s not just about the risk of getting a burn (although we really, really hate that).

  • How Much Sunscreen to Use on Face
    How Much Sunscreen to Use on Your Face
    From just a dab on the nose to a thick, white mask, there’s a wide spectrum of interpretations to the question: “How much sunscreen to use on your face?” This guide will help you stay thoroughly protected without looking like a mime.
  • Sun Safety for Kids
    Sun Safety for Kids
    What can we say? We like our kids fearless, unfiltered—and sometimes wild. And in our world, that means lots, like really lots, of time playing outside in the sun. So when it comes to sun safety for kids, we don’t mess around.
  • When Can Babies Wear Sunscreen
    When Can Babies Wear Sunscreen?
    Loving our little ones can feel like a world of questions sometimes. Are they eating enough? Sleeping enough? What happens if they drink the bath water? (Pro tip: absolutely nada). For us sun-loving folks, one question is at the top of our list: “When can babies wear sunscreen?”
  • Helloha
    Helloha

    Take a trip through the sunshine mind-state of legendary surf artist, Andy Davis.

  • Watch This: Washed Up
    Watch This: Washed Up
    Our friends over at Wasted Talent teamed up with Sun Bum's newest ambassador, Arthur Longo, and journeyed to Japan. The finished product? "Washed Up," a film you’ll want to watch on repeat (luckily we’ve got you covered here).
  • Does Sunscreen Prevent Tanning
    Can You Tan With Sunscreen?
    Read on to understand exactly how sunscreen works and the fine line between achieving a light bronze versus an unhealthy burn.
  • Sunscreen Before or After Moisturizer
    Does Sunscreen Go on Before or After Moisturizer?
    You have your skin care routine on lock. Then, every summer, you ask yourself the same question: does my sunscreen go on before or after my moisturizer? The answer isn’t as simple as you think. Read on for how to keep your skin care routine in check AND protected from the harmful effects of the sun.  
  • Sun Spots vs Freckles
    Understanding Sunspots vs. Freckles
    There’s a fine line between “cute” and “sun-damaged,” and the difference between freckles versus sunspots is a great way to illustrate this point. In this guide, you’ll learn more about these “solar kisses” and how to know when your relationship with the sun has simply gone too far.
  • Finders Keepers Miami Beach
    Finders Keepers Miami Beach
    Sun dial marks the spot! Our Miami fam knew where to find us recently when we set up shop with our mega Sonny in the heart of Miami Beach, Florida.
  • How to Prevent Skin Cancer
    How to Prevent Skin Cancer
    Skin cancer prevention starts by understanding that exposure to the outdoors always means exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays — even when it’s cloudy. The best way to combat this? Wear sunscreen every day—truly. 
  • How Long Does Sunburn Last
    How Long Does a Sunburn Last?
    What’s the fastest way to turn your tropical dream vacation into a nightmare? Plan a full schedule of outdoor activities on Day One without using adequate sun protection. 
  • How Does Sunscreen Work
    How Does Sunscreen Work?
    You slather it on before your big day at the beach, confident that it will help prevent you from developing a painful sunburn the next morning. But how does sunscreen actually work on your skin?