The skin of an adult is quite thick and can therefore handle a lot. But for baby skin, this is different. The skin of your little one also feels silky soft, but is still vulnerable. Therefore, think carefully about which care products you use for your baby. We are happy to list all the benefits of 100% natural baby care for you.
What is 100% natural baby care?
Although you might expect baby products to only contain substances that are good for your little one, this is often not the case. Because even in products from the more well-known (non-natural) baby brands, microplastics are often included. You can check which products contain these on the website of Beat The Microbead. Think, for example, of silicones in baby shampoo to make your child's hair softer and anti-tangle. But also artificial additives like SLS/SLES for a more thorough cleansing and to make soap foam, or parabens to make products last longer. Additionally, perfume is often added for a pleasant scent.
And although these additives have an effective function, they are often aggressive to the skin. Especially sensitive baby skin can quickly become irritated and dry because of this. That risk is significantly reduced with natural baby care. These products only use ingredients that come directly from nature. Think of vegetable oils, shea butter, and coconut oil. Due to the right compositions, these products are just as effective as regular baby products, but in a gentle way. Curious about the benefits of natural care for your baby? We list them below for you.
- Natural baby care prevents irritations
Nothing is as soft as baby skin. That also makes cuddling with your little one so wonderful! But, as we mentioned above, your little one's skin is also extra sensitive. Synthetic ingredients in baby shampoo, body lotion, or soap can cause dry spots or even eczema if your child is sensitive to them. Especially products with added chemicals often cause skin irritations. Therefore, choose natural baby care without junk. Sometimes we still forget that the skin is also an organ. Everything you put on it enters your little one's body. So it's a comforting thought that no junk is included!
- Can be used immediately from birth
Because natural baby care is free from harmful substances, these products can be used right from birth. Especially the first few times you bathe your child can be quite exciting. Then you want to be sure that the products you use are also good for your baby. Therefore, go for a nice soap-free bath gel or natural baby shampoo. These provide good cleansing, but in a gentle way. Moreover, they still contain a lovely (allergen-free) scent.
- Makes the skin and hair wonderfully soft
Natural baby care contains no unnecessary substances that could cause damage. They consist only of nourishing ingredients from nature, with proven effects. By using natural baby shampoo or wash gel, your baby's skin and hair remain wonderfully soft and hydrated. Want to nourish your little one's skin even more? Then choose, for example, a cream oil wash gel during bathing and use a nurturing cream or face & body oil after drying. Also give extra attention to sensitive areas, such as the skin around the diaper area. Use perfume-free wipes during changing, such as those from WaterWipes, and apply natural zinc diaper cream to prevent diaper rash.
- Better for nature
Everything you rinse down the drain eventually ends up in nature. And what about packaging that is not biodegradable and synthetic ingredients produced in factories? Without realizing it, the products we use have quite an impact on the environment. A shame, because of course we want our little ones to still be able to enjoy nature in the future! Therefore, choose consciously. Natural and plastic-free baby care is produced responsibly, is biodegradable, vegan, and not tested on animals.
In short, natural products are good for your little one, yourself, and the earth. At HAPPY EARTH you will find a wide range of 100% natural baby care. Happy Earth, Happy Baby, Happy You!