How to choose shampoo for children
Bathing is the most important part of caring for your baby. Water procedures strengthen the child’s immunity and protect him from diseases. Particular attention should be paid to the selection of quality products: lotions, creams, shampoos. There are a lot of them in stores, so you need to know which shampoos are best for children.
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Safe shampoo for children - what is it like?
One of the main criteria when choosing baby shampoo is its safety. Children's skin is much more delicate than that of adults and is susceptible to allergies. Therefore, baby products should not contain any substances that can cause it. In addition, the drug should have a gentle effect. The mucous membrane of the eyes and scalp must be reliably protected; it is no coincidence that the so-called “tearless” shampoos are the most popular.
Products with a strong odor should be avoided. If you want to please your baby with a scent, it is better to choose a product with the scent of chamomile or, for example, lavender.
How to choose shampoo for children
Abroad, shampoos for babies are usually classified depending on age. In countries where there is no such classification, choosing the appropriate remedy is the responsibility of the parents.
A good baby shampoo should have the following properties:
- The most important condition for any drug is hypoallergenicity. It cannot contain dyes, fragrances, active dietary supplements or preservatives.
- You should not give preference to universal products, for example, gel shampoos. Of course, using such drugs is convenient and beneficial, but they can dry out the skin or act as allergens.
- The pH level should be slightly acidic, that is, between 4.5 and 5.5.
- The label on the product must indicate what restrictions exist. For example, infants should not be washed with a product intended for three-year-old children. It should say that this product can only be used from 1 month of life, or even better 0+.
When choosing a shampoo, you need to carefully read the composition. In order for it to benefit the baby’s health, it must contain a complex of vitamins and plant extracts. Each of them has its own beneficial effect. For example, calendula, string and chamomile, relieve inflammation, sea buckthorn and peach nourish and soften the skin, and lavender helps it relax.
It is better not to use adult cosmetics at all, so as not to cause peeling of the skin and other unpleasant consequences. As for hypoallergenic properties, it is best to test them for yourself. High-quality baby products will not irritate the eyes and produce a large amount of foam.
When choosing, even the color of the shampoo is important. Acid shades should be avoided. High-quality baby products are usually colorless or very lightly colored. The bottle should be convenient and have a special dispenser.
The best brands of shampoo for children
When choosing shampoo, you should give preference to well-known brands. It is better to leave unfamiliar bottles in the shape of animals on the shelf: they look cute, but an unpleasant surprise may await you inside. Here are some popular brands that have proven themselves well:
- Bubchen is a famous German brand that has won the love of mothers thanks to its all-natural composition. They can be used to wash both the baby's head and body. Shampoos with lavender have become a real hit, helping babies relax and fall asleep.
- Johnson&Johnson are excellent shampoos from the Johnsons Baby line. They fully justify their price, because these products are created on the basis of a unique formula that helps protect the eyes and does not contain alkali, which dries out the skin.
- BabyBorn is a Ukrainian brand designed for bathing children up to one year old. It contains panthenol, calendula and wheat proteins. The product smells nice, cleanses the skin well and rinses off well.
- Hipp - shampoo is made in Switzerland. It contains natural plant extracts, as well as almond oil. The product does not cause allergies and turns the washing process into a real pleasure.
You can only buy products in pharmacies and specialized children's stores, since there are too many fakes on the markets.
So you will have to spend time choosing the right tools. But the reward will be silky hair, healthy soft skin and a happy smile for your baby.
