How to choose a shampoo for children
Bathing is an essential part of baby care. Water treatments strengthen the child's immunity and protect him from diseases. Particular attention should be paid to the choice of quality products: lotions, creams, shampoos. There are many of them in stores, so you need to know which shampoos are best for children.
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Safe shampoo for children - what it is
One of the main criteria when choosing a baby shampoo is its safety. The skin of children is much softer than that of adults, and is prone to allergies. Therefore, children's 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 “tear-free” shampoos are the most popular.
Products with a strong odor must 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 a shampoo for children
Abroad, shampoos for babies are usually classified according to age. In countries where there is no such classification, it is the responsibility of the parents to select the appropriate remedy.
A good baby shampoo should have the following properties:
- The most important condition for any drug is hypoallergenicity. It cannot include dyes, fragrances, active dietary supplements and preservatives.
- You should not give preference to universal remedies, for example, shampoos-gels. Of course, it is convenient and beneficial to use such drugs, but they can dry out the skin or act as allergens.
- The pH level should be slightly acidic, that is, have a value between 4.5 and 5.5.
- The label on the product should indicate what restrictions exist. For example, babies cannot be washed with a product intended for three-year-old children. It should say that this product can be used only from 1 month of life, and even better 0+.
When choosing a shampoo, you need to carefully read the composition. In order for it to benefit the health of the baby, 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 flaking of the skin and other unpleasant consequences. As for the hypoallergenic properties, it is best to test them 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 must be avoided. Quality baby products are usually colorless or very faintly colored. The bottle should be convenient and have a special dispenser.
The best brands of shampoo for children
When choosing a shampoo, you should give preference to well-known brands. It is better to leave unfamiliar bottles in the form 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 well-known German brand that has won the love of moms thanks to its all-natural composition. They can be used to wash both the head and the body of the baby. Lavender shampoos have become a real hit, which help the baby to relax and fall asleep.
- Johnson & Johnson are excellent shampoos from the Johnsons Baby line. They fully justify their price, because these funds are created on the basis of a unique formula that helps to protect the eyes and does not contain alkali, which dries out the skin.
- BabyBorn is a Ukrainian brand designed for bathing children under one year old. It contains panthenol, calendula and wheat proteins. The product smells good, perfectly cleanses the skin and rinses off well.
- Hipp - shampoo is made in Switzerland. It contains natural plant extracts and almond oil. The product does not cause allergies and makes the washing process a real pleasure.
You can buy funds only in pharmacies and specialized children's stores, since there are too many fakes in the markets.
So you will have to spend time choosing the right products. But the reward will be silky hair, healthy delicate skin and a happy smile for your baby.
