Things You Should Know Before Buying Baby Shampoo

Congratulations, you’re about to witness the most adventurous journey of your life as a new parent! It may seem scary how protective and finicky you have got over your little one and the things they need, but it’s all for good reason. Your little cub deserves nothing but the best, and this is the common sentiment among all parents, unwilling to compromise on their newborn’s health. When it comes to raising your baby, everything feels new, including choosing the best bathing soap, shampoo, diapers, and hygiene products. Investing in good products for their daily baths and cleanliness is especially important since a baby’s skin is super sensitive.

If you’re still looking for baby soaps and shampoo that would suit an infant’s skin, we’ve got some tips you can read up on. Here’s a list of what you should be paying attention to in baby hygiene products:

1. Added Fragrances: While fragrances in baby shampoo may help your baby smell like heaven, some can cause the baby’s sensitive skin to become dry or irritated. Several brands now use essential oils and botanical extracts to add natural fragrance to baby shampoo and soaps. However, these can still aggravate a child’s sensitive skin and cause rashes or reactions. It is best to either steer clear away of added fragrances altogether (if you know your baby has extremely sensitive skin) or do a tiny patch test before using it all over the baby’s body.
2. Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Additives to preserve products such as parabens, sulfates, and phthalates can cause skin irritation or aggravate a preexisting sensitivity. Using adult products for bathing babies is a no-no, even in an emergency; instead, use paraben and sulfate-free soaps and shampoos made for babies. If you’re stuck between a rock and hard place during poop or barf accidents, use a clean washcloth with mild antiseptic and moisturized baby wipes instead.
3. No-tear formula: Using tear-free baby shampoo and soaps can make a world of difference while making bathing a comfortable experience for children. If you remember us as kids, even the gentlest soaps hurt our eyes and we hated it. Thanks to progress, almost all brands have a no-tears formula for their soaps and shampoos to keep your tiny tot smiling throughout the bubbly experience.
4. Non-comedogenic: This refers to products that do not cause any blocked pores. If you were thinking using non-comedogenic products only was applicable to adults, it’s far from the truth. Babies can be prone to boils and sudden breakouts due to their sensitive skin not being able to breathe freely. 
5. Enriched with vitamin B and E: Last but not the least, make sure that the moisturizer, shampoo, and soaps are enriched with vitamin B and E to replace the moisture stripped off their sensitive skin during bath time. Trust us, the difference is highly noticeable and you will thank us for their supple skin barrier without any cracking or rashes, especially due to the harsh weather changes.

Now that you know what to look for in a baby shampoo and hygiene product, we hope you make the right choice that fits your little one’s skincare as well as your budget!