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Sensitive skin baby needs
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items As a mom of 2 toddlers, both with sensitive skin, i'm sharing all the things that I have used so far that has worked well for them and their delicate skin!
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Newborn cradle cap care
Baby eczema skin needs
Children's curly hair products
Bubble bath for sensitive skin kids
Other miscellaneous things for sensitive babies
Other fun stuff sensitive skin kiddos can enjoy too
Newborn cradle cap care
Both my kids had cradle cap as newborns, so after 2 babies I have narrowed down the best of the best products that worked like magic for cradle cap! So you don't have to go through all the trial and error that I did.
Take 1-2 pumps of the shampoo, massage it gently on baby's scalp, leave it to soak for 1-2 minutes then rinse off. It is so effective in removing all the flakes and at the same time also super gentle on newborn sensitive skin. Worked so good as part ...
Mustela Foam Shampoo for Newborns - Baby Shampoo for Cradle Cap- Fragrance-Free
Built for the soft, flaky buildup common with newborn cradle cap. A soft foam sponge to work shampoo or oil into baby scalp, a gentle bristle brush to loosen flakes in small circles, and a fine comb to lift them away. A storage stand keeps everything...
Frida The 3-Step Cradle Cap System, DermaFrida
Complete scalp care set includes a pre-wash mask, scalp spray, and Flake Fixer brush to effectively target newborn cradle cap and keep scalp healthy. Worked well on my newborns and also very gentle on sensitive baby scalp!
Frida Baby Cradle Cap Treatment Kit, Shampoo + Flake Fixer Scalp Spray | Soothes Baby's Scalp, Prevents Dryness and Flakes
Just apply the Mustela Cradle Cap Cream directly to the affected areas on your baby's dry scalp, gently massage it in, leave it on overnight, and wash it off the next day. Let the cream work while your baby sleeps to soften and loosen the flakes. I u...
Mustela Cradle Cap Cream for Newborn Fragrance-Free
Baby eczema skin needs
We’ve been using this Aveeno Baby Wash & Shampoo for a long time for both my sensitive skin toddlers. They have sensitive skin, and we’ve never had any irritation or allergic reactions. It cleans their skin and hair gently without drying them out...
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Wash & Shampoo
We’ve been using this Baby Dove Sensitive Skin Wash for a while now. It's a good, cheaper option that works for my babies. It leaves my baby’s skin feeling clean, soft, and moisturized without drying it out or causing any irritation. Even though it’s...
Baby Dove Sensitive Skin Care Baby Wash
Holy grail in our house when kid's skin is super dry. It makes their skin so very soft and they stop itching when we put it on. We treat big patches aggressively and apply this 2x a day, and for maintenance we apply once after every bath/shower. It i...
Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Body Balm ...
Another great cream that worked for my kids' dry skin. It's fragrance-free, steroid-free and very gentle. It has colloidal oatmeal and ceramides, and you can feel it soothes immediately. It keeps skin moisturized all day without feeling greasy.
Eucerin Baby Eczema Relief Cream Oatmeal
Children's curly hair products
I've been using this oatmeal shampoo for curls on my daughter's hair for few weeks now. It moisturizes without leaving a heavy residue, and the scent is very soft and natural. It also doesn't irritate her scalp and doesn't contain sulfates or paraben...
Aveeno Kids Curly & Coily Hair Shampoo
I love, love, LOVE this leave in conditioner! It has made our morning hair routine so much easier. It helps detangle my child’s curly hair without a struggle, and her hair stays soft, moisturized, and much less frizzy throughout the entire day. It al...
SO COZY Kids Curl Leave-In Conditioner
I love this brand in general, but this conditioner really works wonders for my daughters curly hair. This brings back a ton of moisture to her hair that naturally dries out very quickly. And makes it look and smell amazing!
Cantu Care for Kids Sulfate-Free Conditioner
I use this curl cream on my daughter’s curls occasionally, and overall, I’m really happy with it. It gives her curls definition without making them feel stiff or crunch. I love that it’s lightweight and doesn’t weigh her hair down like some other gel...
Fairy Tales Curly Q Kids Curl Cream - 6 oz
This detangler works incredibly well on my toddler’s curls. Product has a lot of slip and isn’t heavy. It makes brushing through tangles easy and leaves her hair feeling very soft and manageable. I use wet and dry. As a huge bonus, the citrus vanilla...
The Honest Company Refresh Conditioning Detangler
This comb does a great job detangling curly hair without actually messing with the curls, wet or dry. It's very gentle on the scalp and there's less tugging, so less hair breaking and shedding.
Paul Mitchell Wide Tooth Detangler Comb
Bubble bath for sensitive skin kids
I've bought this and the other scents from this brand. The bubbles last, the kids play with them outside of the water too, it has never hurt their eyes, and all the different smells are great. Makes each bath time special without causing allergic rea...
Mr. Bubble Extra Gentle Bubble Bath Dye & Fragrance Free
It creates a nice amount of bubbles without needing to use a lot, making bath time more fun for my child. I also like that it's gentle on sensitive skin. We've never had any issues with irritation, and the formula rinses off easily without leaving th...
The Honest Company Calm Bubble Bath Hypoallergenic Lavender Calm
This filter is a must have for my kids, it makes a big difference on their sensitive skin and hair, especially with our hard water. It filters water pretty fast without overflowing. Very easy to put on and take off and you can put in the dishwasher f...
Bathtub Filter & Spout Cover - Reduces Chlorine
Other miscellaneous things for sensitive babies
It cleans well, rinses easily, and doesn’t leave a strong scent. Removes all milk residues well, formula or breast milk. I use it for bottles, nipples and all my pump parts. The formula is fragrance-free and uses plant-derived cleanser, really gentle...
ATTITUDE Baby Bottle & Dish Soap
I have been using this detergent for few years now for my sensitive skin babies. Have not had any issues since we switched to this. Does a good job on regular everyday laundry but not effective on heavy-duty stains. But that is understandable because...
ATTITUDE Free and Clear Liquid Laundry Detergent
I always have these on hand for quick cleaning of toys, mats and all the surfaces. Easy to spray and wipe, leaves behind no residue and no strong smell. But I won't let the kids touch the surfaces till they dry. Especially useful during flu seasons, ...
CleanSmart Toy Disinfectant Hypochlorous Spray
Other fun stuff sensitive skin kiddos can enjoy too
I did a lot of research before deciding on this makeup kit for my daughter. She's 4 and has a very sensitive skin and this has been great on her so far, no irritation or reaction. It is truly safe and clean. Very light make up, can be removed by just...
Klee Naturals Ultimate Mineral Makeup Kit
My daughter loves painting her nails with these. They smell nice, very pretty colors. They have clean ingredients and water soluble so I'm not worried about her sticking her fingers in her mouth with the nail polish on. Very easy to remove and dries ...
Piggy Paint Nail Polish
My 4-year-old has eczema in certain areas, but the skin on her face isn’t particularly sensitive, so I decided to give this face painting kit a try. It’s advertised as dermatologically tested, non-toxic, paraben-free, and hypoallergenic. I’ve used it...
Face Paint Kit – Non-Toxic & Hypoallergenic
Sun protection for sensitive skin
This sunscreen works great for my kids with sensitive skin. It stays on even after swimming, no sunburns! It's easy to apply, doesn't leave any sticky greasy feeling.
Aveeno Kids Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50