Sun Bum
Sun Bum offers 1 product on QuickRatey across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average QuickRatey score of 88/100 and recurring certifications including Cruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny, Reef Safe.
Standards & certifications
Listed credentials appearing across Sun Bum's product range.
Score breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Sourcing85/10
- Transparency85/10
- Labor80/10
- Environment80/10
Categories covered
Where Sun Bum shows up across our directory.
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Sun Bum's products.
- ✓Broad-spectrum protection
- ✓Fast absorption
- ✓Light citrusy scent
Sustainability commitments
"Packaged in a recyclable PET bottle, with a recycled content of 30%."
Products from Sun Bum
Ideal for travel, this Sun Bum mineral sunscreen offers broad-spectrum protection in a convenient travel-friendly size.
Sun Bum — frequently asked questions
Is Sun Bum a good brand?
QuickRatey scores every Sun Bum product we track from 0–100 using Quality, Value, User Experience and Brand & Trust. The average of those scores, shown on this page, is the fastest way to judge Sun Bum against rivals in the same category.
How does QuickRatey rate Sun Bum?
Independently. We combine verifiable signals — certifications, materials, warranty and repairability, recall and controversy history, price-to-performance and aggregated owner sentiment. Brands cannot pay for a score or placement.
What are the best alternatives to Sun Bum?
See /alternatives/sun-bum for same-category products that match or beat Sun Bum on overall score, often at a lower price.
Where can I buy Sun Bum products?
Each product page links to current retailer listings. Some links are affiliate links, which fund the research but never influence a score.
How to evaluate Sun Bum products
This page describes the 1 Sun Bum products currently listed on QuickRatey, not the company’s entire catalogue. Check the individual product rather than treating a brand average as an endorsement of every model.
Same-category alternatives are not necessarily direct replacements. Compare the original model's essential features, dimensions and ongoing costs before switching brands; a higher score alone does not establish compatibility.
Shortlist at a glance
| Product | Score /100 | Recorded price (USD) | Listed strengths or limitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Lotion - Travel Size — Sun Bum | 73.6 | $9.99 | Best for those planning to stay active and need a travel-friendly, reef-safe mineral sunscreen with a light scent. |
Scores are QuickRatey assessments, not customer star ratings. Missing prices or specifications are unknown, not zero. Check the current retailer listing before purchase.
What to check before choosing
| Factor | Check before buying | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Fit for the task | Match size, capacity and compatibility to the job you need done. | A higher overall score cannot compensate for a missing essential requirement. |
| Total ownership cost | Include refills, accessories, shipping and maintenance in your budget. | The lowest upfront price is not always the lowest cost over regular use. |
| Evidence and aftercare | Read product-specific sources, warranty exclusions and return conditions. | Brand claims and broad rankings are starting points, not guarantees for an individual purchase. |
Read the evidence, not just the score
Quality, Value, User Experience and Brand & Trust measure different trade-offs. The default weights are 30%, 25%, 25% and 20%; category overrides can differ. A close score gap is less useful than a clear advantage on the factor you care about. Look at the product's recorded specifications, drawbacks and source links, and distinguish a manufacturer's claim from independent testing.
Build a realistic shortlist
- Remove options that miss an essential size, compatibility or safety requirement.
- Compare two or three remaining options on total cost and the drawbacks you can accept.
- Confirm the exact variant, warranty and return terms with the seller.