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9 Baby Skincare Products That Keep It Simple

Parents are sharing their favorite baby skincare products, tried and tested with their own little ones. From gentle newborn wash and lotion to natural diapers and wipes, we're rounding up real-life recommendations for all of the best products to nurture and protect sensitive baby skin.

If you're feeling decision fatigue over all of the baby bath and body products on the market, turn to these safe parent-recommended picks first. You'll find more great baby-friendly products on our lists of the best diaper creams, sunscreens and wellness products.

Parents, what baby skin care products did you love for your kids? Add your recommendations and reviews below!


 
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    Honest Shampoo + Body Wash

    This 2-in-1 Honest shampoo and body wash is gentle enough for babies but appropriate for the whole family, and made without harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances.

    Kelly R said:  I love that this natural baby product simplifies bath time, as you can use it as a body wash and for hair care. Costco can sell big bottles at a great price.

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    Water Wipes

    Water and a drop of fruit extract are the only ingredients in Water Wipes, so they're super gentle on baby and newborn skin.

    Brigitte Nohra Miller said:  Since our baby had very sensitive skin, we tried different brands until we started to use Water Wipes. The result was amazing and the rash disappeared so quickly! The wipes are made 99.9 % with water and 0.1% fruit extract and are approved by the National Eczema Association. We also use them on the kids’ hands and face as they are safe. I highly recommend them.

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    Shea Moisture Baby Wash & Shampoo

    Shea Moisture baby wash has a mild and moisturizing formula that can be used head to toe.

    Laila Talley said:  I recommend the Raw Shea Chamomile & Argan Oil Baby Wash & Shampoo for the whole family. I am sensitive to the chemicals added in most other shampoos, so I use this on my own hair. It gives the best result for adding volume and giving my hair a very healthy shine.

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    Aveeno Baby Wash & Shampoo

    Aveeno Baby Wash & Shampoo is a gentle, tear-free cleanser designed for babies' sensitive skin and hair. It's formulated with natural oat extract to help soothe and nourish, and is a hypoallergenic choice often recommended by pediatricians.

    Alexandra F. said:  Our pediatrician recommended this baby wash for our first baby who had very sensitive skin, and after 14 years and three more babies, we still haven't found another we like more! It's gentle, lightly scented and tear-free, and free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. Plus, it's easy to find at most big retail stores as well as online.

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    Aquaphor Healing Ointment

    Alexandra F. said:  I am not joking when I say we keep a jar of Aquaphor in just about every room in our house. Our two youngest kids had terrible eczema as babies and all of us have sensitive skin, but lots and lots of Aquaphor (and CeraVe cream) throughout the day are what keep the eczema and dry skin in check. It is also great for preventing diaper rash and protecting minor scrapes. It's preservative and fragrance free, and is the skin care product that has been most consistently recommended to us by the kids' doctors over the years.

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    Hip Peas Cradle Cap Care

    This effective and natural baby skincare product uses olive oil, jojoba oil, sunflower seed oil and vitamin E to soothe and moisturize baby's scalp and clear cradle cap. Just apply a small amount of the oil and massage – the gentle formula adheres to flakes for easier removal with a brush.

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    Earth Mama Calming Lavender Baby Wash

    Earth Mama baby wash is a gentle all-purpose castile soap that leaves baby's hair and body clean and soft and rinses easily without any residue. Great for the whole family to use, too!

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    Earth Mama Calming Lavender Baby Lotion

    Earth Mama baby lotion is gentle for sensitive skin with nourishing organic ingredients like rooibos, calendula and shea butter.

    Yoli B said:  Earth Mama products are all natural and will take you from prenatal skincare for moms through bath time for babies and kids. The Calming Lavender Baby Lotion is toxin-free and contains organic ingredients like rooibos, calendula, herbs and oils. The lotion is gentle for your baby's skin and a perfect addition to the nightly bath time routine!

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    Attitude Eco Wipes

    Gentle and biodegradable Attitude baby wipes are enriched with soothing chamomile, and versatile enough for a whole variety of uses beyond diaper changes.

    Laila Talley said:  Finally, a wipe that does not irritate our son's skin! We use fragrance free whenever we can to make sure there are no added chemicals. No animal testing.

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