Simple and natural is always best when it comes to caring for your baby’s delicate skin. As a new parent, it is normal to only want what’s best for your child.
So which natural ingredients are best suited for your little one, and what exactly does your baby’s skin need? Read on to find out the 9 ingredients we love for your baby to take care of the skin’s outer layer.
(Please note: As babies’ skin is highly sensitive, before using any new product, we recommend applying a small amount to your baby's skin first to prevent any reaction.)
1. Calendula
Also known as marigold and used in skin care treatments for centuries, the calendula flower has many benefits. A calendula baby body cream can be used daily to improve the appearance of dry or damaged skin.
2. Shea Butter
Shea butter is rich, creamy, and packed with essential fatty acids to keep your baby’s skin happy and protected. It’s a great choice to use in babies’ daily skin care routine to maintain the skin’s moisture barrier. Besides making the skin incredibly soft, shea butter contains is high in vitamins A, E and F. It’s an awesome ingredient that helps soothing the most dry skins.
Using baby products containing shea butter, such as a diaper cream or daily lotion, will create a protective barrier on your baby’s skin.
3. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is an ingredient known for its versatility: it can be found in diaper creams, baby sun care, as well as other skin care and hair care products. It revitalizes and restores the suppleness of the skin while maintaining it in good condition. Additionally, it improves the appearance of dry skin.
4. Chamomile
Refreshing, purifying and soothing, chamomile is ideal for soothing dry skin. It is therefore not surprising that it is found in baby products such as shampoos and body washes and body lotions: it helps restore the suppleness of the skin and improve its appearance.
5. Olive Oil
Commonly used in baby skin care and sun care products, olive oil is a natural emollient and skin softener, containing several essential healthy fats that your baby’s skin needs, such as oleic, palmitic, and linoleic acids. It’s also an antioxidant rich in vitamin E as well as polyphenols and phytosterols. These antioxidants help restore skin to keep it smooth and supple.
6. Blueberry Leaves
Blueberry leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals and are known for their remarkable soothing and protective properties. Ideal for babies, they offer a great protection for even the most delicate skins.
Blueberry leaf extract can be found in skin care products for babies and can be used daily to protect their sensitive skin, which is why it’s a key ingredient in our new plastic-free Baby leaves™ science collection.
7. Oatmeal
Oat extract is a great ingredient because it improves the appearance of dry skin while restoring skin suppleness. Used daily, it will also help maintain the skin in good condition. Do not hesitate to use an deep moisturizing cream enriched with oat extract to pamper your offspring.
8. Avocado Oil
We all know the nutritional benefits of avocado, but avocado oil can be just as beneficial when applied to your baby's skin, as it restores suppleness to the skin. In addition to keeping it in good condition, avocado oil helps preserve skin hydration.
These are all good reasons to use this treasure of nature to pamper your baby! Non-greasy and easily absorbed, avocado oil will wonderfully nourish your baby's skin in addition to protecting their skin barrier.
9. Zinc Oxide
An effective skin mineral, zinc is used in diaper creams to create a physical, impermeable barrier over your child’s delicate skin to protect against humidity. Used daily, it will protect your baby’s delicate bottom after diaper changes and baths.
Also used in physical sunscreen for kids, zinc oxide forms a physical barrier on your baby’s skin to naturally deflect UVA/UVB rays.
When it comes to babies’ skin, going back to the basics is the way to go.
Your baby’s delicate skin is ultra-sensitive, so implementing a skin care routine can help, while keeping your baby’s skin happy, healthy and well hydrated.
Don't forget; when using any baby product, it is essential to keep an eye on how your baby’s skin reacts to a new ingredient.
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