Baby bath and skin care for every stage of bath time, from wash and shampoo to lotion and bath tubs. Browse ATTITUDE, Johnson's, Eucerin and more, and compare fragrance-free and scented labels. Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist about any skin concern.
Start with practical questions. Will you have one hand free for the bottle? Do you want added scent? Which dispenser and bottle size suit your bathroom?
Then check what the bottle is for. A body wash cleans skin, a shampoo is made for hair and scalp, and a 2-in-1 does both. Read the directions panel, not just the name. See how to choose a baby wash and wash vs shampoo vs 2-in-1.
The three differ mainly in thickness. Lotion is light and spreads easily, cream is thicker, and ointment is the heaviest and greasiest. Lotions usually come in pump bottles, while creams and ointments come in tubs or tubes.
To avoid scent, look for fragrance-free or unscented on the front, then check the ingredients for fragrance or parfum. Our lotion, cream and ointment guide and fragrance-free bath routine go further.
A basic setup includes a tub or sink insert, soft washcloths, a hooded towel, a wash and a lotion or cream for after the bath. Have everything within reach before you run the water, and never leave a baby alone in the bath.
Read how to set up for baby bath time and baby bath products on a budget for sizes, refills and unit cost.
Not always. A 2-in-1 or head-to-toe wash can cover hair and body. A separate shampoo can help if your baby has a lot of hair. Check the directions panel on each bottle for what it is made for.
The words can mean different things on different labels. To be sure, check the ingredient list and confirm that fragrance or parfum is not named. A pharmacist can help you read a label.
Many parents add a lotion or cream to an after-bath routine, but it is optional. Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if your baby's skin seems dry or irritated.
Start with a smaller bottle to see if you and your baby like the scent and the dispenser. Once you have a favourite, larger bottles and refills can cost less per millilitre.
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