Baby skin in general – especially the face – has different needs than adult skin. The delicate skin therefore needs careful care that doesn’t irritate it or even cause allergies. But why is baby skin so sensitive? How do you find out which care product is suitable for your little one and how do you know if there are any undesirable allergens hidden in the product? We have compiled all the important aspects so that you can make well-informed decisions.

1. Baby skin has special features

Baby skin needs extra attention because it is so delicate. Why? The skin of a baby is still developing. The subcutis fatty tissue, the sebaceous glands’ ability to manufacture fat, and the sweat glands’ capacity to control body temperature are all still developing. The skin is also significantly more sensitive to heat and cold.

2. The best cream for delicate baby faces?

It’s very important to pay attention to the composition and ingredients of creams for the face. This way you can avoid rubbing potentially allergenic substances onto your baby’s skin. Dyes and fragrances in particular can irritate sensitive skin and cause unpleasant itching or other allergic reactions.

3. What to look for when buying baby facial care?

Care products for babies also include an INCI list. This can help you to assess whether the product in question is the right one or should be put back on the shelf. Also, if you want to buy products online, the INCI must be visible.

The INCI list:

On the INCI list you can check the product’s ingredients. This mainly concerns harmful ingredients such as endocrine disruptors or active irritants. Soothing ingredients, such as plant oils, are also listed. The order is also important, as the ingredient in first place is the one that is contained the most. If an ingredient is in last place, there is rather little of it.

Allergens

It is also worth looking at the INCI list to find out whether a face cream for your baby contains allergens. If ingredients are printed in bold, they are allergens. Apart from the INCI list, it’s also possible to use product scan apps to find out whether the selected product contains allergens.

4. Natural ingredients in the products of Naïf

At Naif, we’ve made it our mission to create environmentally friendly baby care products with natural ingredients. Many of the products in our online store are designed specifically for the unique requirements of baby skin. One product in the line is our baby balm. This product is free of chemical additives, mineral oils, animal fats, and perfume. The balm is especially helpful for extremely dry skin and calms sensitive skin. One of Naif’s calming items is the baby oil. The base of the oil is genuine coconut oil, which guarantees smooth and soft skin. The oil is quickly and completely absorbed without being sticky, which is great for your baby.

5. Conclusion

Baby skin has very special needs, as not all layers are fully developed yet. Therefore, it is important to take care not to irritate the sensitive skin, but to care for it in a natural and sustainable way. As you now know, you can find all the important information regarding the ingredients of a product in the INCI list. This way, you can always make sure that you are buying baby care without allergens and potentially irritating ingredients – only the best for your baby – both in the shop and when shopping online.