
The skin of babies needs soothing too!
The skin of a Baby does not fully develop a skin barrier until he is around two years old. Baby Skin is more delicate and sensitive than older children and adults. That means dryness and rashes will be frequent amongst young babies, with some babies having extra sensitive skin.
Many reasons could trigger irritation in Baby's sensitive skin as fragranced, alcohol-based soaps, lotions, wipes, certain detergents, fabrics, and friction from washing and drying.
What can you do to Protect your little one skin?
Here are some steps to reduce the irritation and soothe your baby’s sensitive skin, keeping it soft and pain-free. The first to do is make wise choices about fabrics used in their clothing, bedding, and washcloths, keeping clothing loose and breathable, changing nappies regularly, and avoiding harsh soaps, detergents, scents, and dyes. Even conventional cotton products can be too hard on your baby’s skin, and some harmful chemicals exist in these fabrics, even after washing.
Organic Egyptian cotton is the best fabric for a baby’s sensitive skin. This Cotton cultivates without harmful toxins or synthetic fertilizers usually used in cotton cultivation. The biodynamic farming and natural methods used in production ensure no harmful chemicals that could irritate your baby’s skin.
Prima Cotton’s range of Organic Egyptian cotton products is the perfect choice to help prevent irritating your Baby’s skin. These products include our super soft washcloths and burping cloths which are gentle enough for everyday use and Perfect for feeding, cleaning, burping, and bath times.