Which baby soap is better for babies?

Already in the last weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother thinks about the shopping list for the newborn. Of course, first of all, a cot, a stroller, a changing table, clothes and other items are chosen to provide mother and child with comfort and convenience. But few people think that in addition to nipples, bottles and diapers, you also need to carefully select children's cosmetics. Good creams, oils and bathing products should occupy one of the first places in the list of each future mommy.

In this article, we will analyze the optimal composition of baby soap, help determine the selection criteria and consider the best products for the child.

It is believed that most modern means, such as baby shampoos, shower gels, laundry detergents, conditioners and many other products with the mark "intended for children" are made with the aim of earning money. Until now, many are confident that children's remedies are no different in composition from adults. But this is absolutely not the case. Baby products are more closely controlled than adults and have a special composition without sulfates and parabens, which does not harm delicate skin.

Some doctors do not recommend using any products during the first week after birth, because the baby’s skin is still very sensitive and thin, so it should be washed in ordinary or preferably boiled water. And after you can already use soap. The face of the child is wiped with a cotton pad dipped in cool boiled water.

So, consider the reasons for which you still need to give preference to children's means to care for newborns.

Another feature of children's skin is the unregulated work of the sebaceous and sweat glands, which are responsible for creating an invisible protective film over the child's epidermis and guarantee its safety. In addition to the fact that this layer is very thin, it is also quite easily washed off if you use coarse soap, as a result of which the skin becomes vulnerable. Children's products not only gently wash the skin, but also do not harm the work of the glands and do not wash off the protective film, taking care of the baby.

Since the epidermis of the newborn actively promotes gas exchange, it needs a good, but gentle, cleaning in order not to block the process in some areas and not worsen the condition of the child.

It is important for each parent to know that in no case should one wash the child or wash his clothes with laundry soap. Despite the fact that it has excellent cleansing properties, this soap has a high content of alkali in the composition and can dry out the skin of the infant, which can cause irritation, itching and allergies. Therefore, this is not the best soap for newborns.

Manufacturers provide several types of products for washing children, each of which has its own advantages.

The most common type of baby soap is liquid. Its composition is as safe as possible, therefore it is well-suited for newborns. You can use it every day, it does not harm the delicate skin of the baby. Liquid soap, it is a shower gel does not dry the skin and does not cause an itch or allergic reaction and acts very gently.

The next most popular is a cream soap, which contains components such as lanolin and glycerin. These ingredients help to moisturize, soften skin and reduce inflammation. Such products are also great for everyday use.

Standard hard soap Once upon a time it was the only means for bathing not only adults, but also children, but with the advent of more benign products, it was pushed into the background. It perfectly cleans the skin, creates a good protective layer, but due to the fact that it dries the epidermis, you can only use it once a week and only when the child reaches one month old. It should be noted that this product is ideal for washing hands after a walk or before eating.

Another subspecies of these products is Soap with a variety of additional ingredients in the form of chamomile, aloe, fir, sage and other extracts that have their own properties. Such products soothe, relieve itching, reduce diaper rash and generally act favorably on the skin. But if the baby is too sensitive skin, you should still give up such soap, so as not to cause irritation once again.

Before you buy one or another type of soap, you should pay attention to certain details that will help you choose the best and most suitable means for you, because each child is individual. In the first place on the package should be an inscription indicating that this tool is intended for children. Even means for sensitive skin, but intended for adults can harm the baby, so it is worth buying only a product adapted for the skin of newborns.

Carefully read the product packaging. On each tool must be specified the age of the child, from which it can be used, shelf life, and composition. Try to buy soap marked "hypoallergeeno" or "HA". Such a product will not cause irritation of the skin. Perhaps, the bottle will contain a note about the environmental cleanliness of the product. Such markings are issued only in the case of a truly pure composition without silicones, parabens or dyes. As a rule, these are the following inscriptions: “Ecocert”, “Icea”, “Natrue” and “Cosmos Organic”, “BDIH”.

Components such as glycine, lanolin and vegetable oil are considered safe, so do not worry if they are part of the soap. Additional ingredients in the form of plant extracts should be selected depending on the skin of the child.

Avocado extract copes with peeling, and plantain with small scratches. Lavender or fir oil helps to relax and ensure a quiet sleep of the baby at night. Honey well tones the skin.

Liquid soaps of such domestic brands as "Spring" or "Eared nanny". They have a wide range of child care products. As a rule, all products of these companies are hypoallergenic and suitable for babies with sensitive skin. Among European brands leading Weleda. Products of this brand are of high quality and completely natural and safe composition, suitable for children from the very first weeks.

Another Russian brand is Little siberica - This is one of the few labels that have a European quality certificate. All cosmetics company is absolutely safe and has a natural composition. Bunchen, Sanosan and Johnson's baby also produce wonderful hypoallergenic products that can be used from the first days of the baby.

For washing children's clothes and underwear is better to pick up a solid soap. It perfectly cleans stains from tissues and disinfects them. Hard soap is much better for washing things of newborns than children's powders. Excellent soaps at affordable prices and with a good composition are produced by democratic Russian brands. "Spring" and "Eared nanny".

Some children, especially those whose skin is prone to redness, need to be washed more often than usual. To do this, it is recommended to use cream soap, as it has a softer composition that does not injure the skin and not only cleans it, but also moisturizes. Excellent cream soap release Johnson's baby, Sanosan and Bubchen. These products gently care for the baby’s skin and prevent diaper rash.

The best baby soap is unconditionally released by the company Weleda. Its products are completely natural, have a good composition, but, unfortunately, have a high price, which is not available to everyone. After Weleda, as a rule, in the national ranking followed Bubchen, Sanosan, "LV" and other manufacturers. Russian brands are not inferior to foreign manufacturers, while they cost much less. "Eared Nyan" and "Spring" they are also among the leaders of many ratings, but, unfortunately, the natural composition of some of the funds of these firms is often not always noted.

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