Baby care products, usually associated with some cartoon character, are colorful, fragrant, attractive and increasingly affordable. Many mothers love baby-smelling colonies and soaps, as well as conditioners and baby toothpaste.
However, the care to be taken with the little ones with regard to hygiene products should be redoubled as the skin of babies and young children is very sensitive. Therefore, for the little ones to be clean and smelling, without health problems, it is necessary to be alert and informed when choosing children's hygiene products.
Products designed specifically for children
According to experts, should the choice of childcare products take into account firstly that the product was developed specifically for children? information that should appear on the label.
The products indicated for babies and children usually have in their composition more neutral substances and less allergens, that is, that cause less skin irritation of the little ones, and have been tested, through dermatological studies, for tolerance.
Shampoos, Conditioners & Colonies
Shampoo is a cosmetic that can be used on babies from birth, as long as it's a baby-specific product. Already the conditioners are unnecessary in babies and young children, so their use can be suspended in the first years of life of children.
According to experts, in the scientific world there is no consensus regarding the age at which the use of colonies in infants and children is considered safe. However, it is known that the small are increasingly sensitive to this type of product, so the colony should be avoided in the first months of life.
To avoid possible allergies, it is recommended to drip a few drops of the cosmetic on the baby's clothing and never apply the product directly to the skin. However, if the child has signs of allergy, such as redness and marrow scattered throughout the body, immediately discontinue use of the cosmetic and, if necessary, seek medical attention.
Oral Care Products
Children's toothpastes have different fluoride concentration compared to products used by adults. Using conventional toothpaste on young children can be harmful, as fluorosis can "steal" it. minerals of the teeth. It is therefore important, in addition to consulting with a pediatric dentist for proper guidance, to make sure to use children's toothpastes on children between four and seven years.
"Hand Hygiene" by Debra Morrow, RN for OPENPediatrics (May 2024)
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