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Keeping your little one clean, dry, and comfortable can feel like a full-time job, and the array of products available can make the whole prospect overwhelming.
There are two simple things to keep in mind when choosing infant skin-care products:
- Choose products made specifically for babies and from organic ingredients. Pay special attention to products that contain essential oils; conventional extraction methods can use toxic solvents.
- Avoid products with fragrances and synthetic chemicals, which can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can overwhelm a baby’s sensitive respiratory system.
Sustainable body care for babies doesn’t stop at buying the right products. Here are five tips to help make body care healthier for you and baby:
- Limit baths. With all the diaper-area and face cleanings throughout the day, babies don't need daily baths, which tend to dehydrate their delicate skin.
- Some products, like powder, are unnecessary. A thorough air-drying is infinitely more effective at fighting irritation than messy powders
- Instead of disposable wipes, try using a clean washcloth and water to clean your baby during diaper changes. For times when only wipes will do, choose fragrance-free products.
- Diaper rash is a common problem, but the solution can be simple. A bit of air circulation and time without a diaper tend to be the best cures. If that doesn't work, try using organic salves that contain beeswax or lanolin, which keep moisture away from skin, instead of chemical-laden creams.
- Limit sun exposure. Dress your kid in loose cotton and use a PABA-free UVA and UVB sunscreen when she's outside.
Learn More
Natural Family Online offers helpful "how-to" advice about healthy parenting.
Find healthy products that won't irritate your child's skin at Mothernature.com.
SustainLane.com is the nation’s largest community-powered directory of green products and businesses. SustainLane allows people to easily find and share reviews on anything from organic baby food and fair trade chocolate to eco-friendly clothing and environmentally friendly diapers. The more people share and participate in SustainLane’s community, the easier it becomes for you and your family to live green.
