The birth of a baby is a joyful and at the same time exciting moment for parents. Raise a child healthy, give the little man maximum attention and experience all the joy of motherhood, while maintaining an active life position and enjoying every moment in a new role. Fortunately, the power of the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries is now coming to help parents. Away from dirty diapers and a bowl with a piece of baby soap at night, and arguments about who does the laundry today. Store shelves are stocked with baby care products. Today we are going to talk about how to choose the best wet wipes for newborns.
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Necessity or waste of money
To say that wet wipes are a necessary thing in caring for babies. But, the fact that this is a nice bonus that makes life much easier is a fact. Even at home, they will allow you to quickly cleanse your baby's skin without thinking about such possible consequences after frequent water treatments, such as dryness or irritation of the skin. And become indispensable on a walk, on a trip, when going to a visit or a clinic. Therefore, it is foolish to give up a convenient remedy. The main thing is to choose it correctly.
Products for newborns: difficulties of choice
Most young parents face choice problems. The assortment in stores is large. Each manufacturer offers its own tricks, claiming that it is their products for the care of delicate skin that are the best and will help to avoid diaper rash or rashes.
The reality is that even the best napkins, according to other moms, may simply not work for the baby. The main selection criterion is the condition of the skin after application and ease of use. The choice of care products from the best manufacturers of children's products can guarantee their high quality, but is not always a guarantee of skin health. The overpayment for the brand is significant and sometimes reaches 20-30% of the cost of the goods.
What are
Wet wipes for newborns are made from non-woven natural or artificial materials impregnated with various compounds. Most often, cotton or rayon is used.
Used as an impregnation.
- Distilled water with low oil content for better cleaning. Such components are considered hypoallergenic and do not cause irritation. Suitable for the little ones.
- Vitamin formulations. They help to cope with diaper rash and other damage to the epidermis.
- Plant extracts. The material soaked in infusion of chamomile, calendula, aloe vera will not only gently cleanse the child's skin, but also relieve irritation, have a softening and soothing effect, and help to tighten small wounds.
- Impregnation with formulations using natural jojoba or avocado oils, suitable for babies with dry skin prone to irritation and the appearance of microcracks during treatment.
These are the main characteristics of wet wipes. Their knowledge helps to choose the right composition, which is ideal for cleaning the skin. What about mom? What to look for so that caring for a child becomes as convenient as possible for her, comfortable for the baby, and does not harm him.
Qualitative characteristics
Below is a quick overview of the characteristics of wet wipes and some tips for their use.
- They should be exactly for children and be marked "0+".
- For the smallest, they choose a material impregnated with simple compositions. In the first weeks of life, it is better to refuse lotions and impregnations with any components. The ideal option is water impregnation. The main thing is that it gently cleanses the skin and does not cause allergies. Over time, after observing the condition of the skin, parents themselves will understand which wipes to choose.
- Another point that will have to be determined empirically the degree of impregnation with solutions. Too dry can damage the epidermis. Too wet - they flow and may be inconvenient to use.
- It is better to give preference to multilayer napkins made from natural fibers. They absorb secretions well, easily cleanse the skin, do not injure it and do not tear. The porous structure will be a huge plus. In this case, one piece will be enough to cope with heavy dirt.
- The lotion should not contain artificial fragrances, dyes, preservatives and other harmful impurities.
- The size range varies depending on the manufacturer. The sizes depend on the age and weight of the child. The number of pieces in a package also varies.
- Today many companies offer products in sealed packages with a plastic flap. This is the best option, since the napkins are reliably cleaned from drying out and getting dirt on them.
Products for newborns should be purchased from pharmacies or specialty stores. When buying, pay attention to the tightness of the product, shelf life, storage conditions and disposal methods. All information, including detailed composition, dimensions, number of pieces, is applied by manufacturers to the packaging.
Review of the best wet wipes for newborns
Let's consider in more detail several types that are popular among mothers of babies. And also what doctors recommend more often than others for the care of problem skin.
WaterWipes
The first in the collection are deservedly napkins made in Ireland, the impregnation of which is a combination of two ingredients: purified water (99.9%) and fruit seed extract (0.1%). They can be used starting from birth, even for those babies who were born ahead of schedule. The wipes do not contain fragrances, alcohol, soapy components, therefore, they act on the skin gently, without causing discomfort. Moreover, they can be used on skin that already shows signs of irritation.
By the way! WaterWipes are the only wipes that are certified by a number of international associations for the fight against skin diseases and allergies, among them, for example, the French Association for the fight against allergies (AFPRAL).
With WaterWipes, you can fully and effectively cleanse a child due to the fact that they are manufactured using a unique patented technology that allows changing the surface tension of water when using wipes. Sufficient moisture of the material also plays a role.
Cost of napkins: 330 rubles for 60 pieces.
Advantages:
- Without smell;
- Delicate but dense canvas texture;
- Hypoallergenic composition;
- The composition does not contain parabens, soap, alcohol, fragrances;
- Effective for diaper rash;
- Versatile: can be used to clean nipples, fruits;
- Suitable for premature babies.
Disadvantages:
- Pack weight. Intensive impregnation of napkins affects the weight of the package (a pack of 60 pieces weighs 500 grams, which is heavier than analogues). The disadvantage is leveled by the presence of a compact version - 28 pieces, which is more convenient for walking.
Mommy care
The products of the Israeli company, which has proven itself in the global market of manufacturers of cosmetics and care products for mothers and babies, have recently appeared on the shelves of our pharmacies and stores. And although their cost is quite high, they are gradually gaining popularity due to their high quality products and economical consumption. The same goes for napkins. They are made from biodegradable viscose.The impregnation contains extracts of chamomile, sunflower, aloe vera and vitamin E, which has good healing and regenerating properties. Available in packs of 24 or 72. The assortment also includes small wipes for cleaning the baby's nose, face and hands with antibacterial impregnation.
Advantages:
- Softness and excellent hygroscopicity of the material, allowing you to gently process the baby's skin;
- The optimally selected composition of the impregnating substance is anti-allergenic, softening and healing;
- Suitable for children from the first days of life and babies with a tendency to dermatitis;
- Moms especially note the convenience of using Mommy Care. They do not tear, do not stretch and are easily removed from the package;
- Environmentally friendly.
Disadvantages:
- High price. However, many note that due to the economical expense, in the end the overpayment is insignificant;
- No plastic valve in small package.
The average cost of napkins for newborns is 270-290 rubles for 24 pieces, and 500-520 rubles for 72.
Huggies elite soft
One of the well-known brands for children. Its popularity does not prevent it from staying in the middle price category, and constantly offering customers new products of excellent quality. The latest novelty is wipes in an economical pack with a valve. Reviews about them are somewhat controversial, but most mothers agree in one opinion - they are great for the first days of a child's life. The material is a multi-layer cellulose impregnated with clean water. Perhaps, with the growth of the baby, the products will cease to be liked, but at the moment of the beginning of the knowledge of the world, this will be the safest option.
Advantages:
- The impregnation does not contain anything superfluous, in the form of alcohol, fragrances, and dyes, and therefore does not cause allergic reactions;
- Without smell;
- Soft, absorbs discharge well;
- Do not leave an oily film on the baby's skin;
- Acceptable cost.
Disadvantages:
- They perform exclusively the function of cleansing, and do not differ in caring effects. Suitable for healthy skin care.
- Many mothers report increased consumption. They say that they are difficult to get out of the pack and are often torn.
Huggies Elite Soft Wet Wipes for Newborns are available in packs of 60 and 128. Approximate price: 100 and 180 rubles, respectively.
Nature Love Mere Mung Bean Wet Tissue
Korean cosmetics confidently conquering the markets of Europe and America. At first, its quality was appreciated by women. Now parents also have such an opportunity. Nature Love Mere Mung Bean Wet Tissue is a dense and hygroscopic material, impregnated with a hypoallergenic solution. It contains ozonized water and mung bean extract. The product can be used both in baby's skin care and as a remedy for diaper rash and skin irritation, since it has pronounced antiseptic and regenerating properties.
Advantages:
- Safe impregnation composition without alcohols, phthalates and parabens;
- No perfume;
- Antiseptic impregnation;
- They have a slight antipyretic effect, are used to wipe the baby's skin during illness;
- Most parents in their reviews note the optimal level of impregnation, large sizes, cost-effectiveness, ease of packaging, a sealed valve.
Disadvantages:
- High price;
- Not always on sale.
The package "Nature Love Mere Mung Bean Wet Tissue", which includes 70 pieces, will cost 590-620 rubles.
BabyLine Babe Comfort. Sensitive
Ideal for the care of sensitive baby skin. The impregnation lotion contains panthenol. It is known as an excellent remedy for diaper rash and the microdamage of the epidermis caused by them. They are most often recommended by pediatricians. Parents, on the other hand, note the dense, porous structure and good moisture content of the material, which makes it possible to remove impurities with one movement without injuring the skin.
Advantages:
- Recommended by dermatologists for children with sensitive skin, dermatitis and allergic reactions;
- Soft with an optimal level of impregnation;
- They have antiseptic, antibacterial and wound-healing properties;
- The treatment protects the skin well from irritation between diaper changes;
- There is no feeling of an oily film on the body;
- Large in size.
Disadvantages:
- Available in packs of 80;
- There is no valve packing option.
The cost of the “BabyLine Babe Comfort. Sensitive "- 180-220 rubles.
Goon
The Japanese brand knows exactly what babies and their parents need. Newborns need thick but soft wipes that are absolutely safe for their skin and a bright toy. Parents see the product as beneficial for the child, a pleasant price, economical consumption and ease of use. Goon satisfied the requests of both parties. Soft and embossed material quickly cleanses the baby's skin from impurities. The impregnation lotion contains chamomile, rice bran and seaweed extracts. It has anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. For ease of use, it is worth purchasing a plastic container in the form of a bright duck. It can be closed securely and will become fun for the baby.
Advantages:
- The product has passed laboratory tests, and has an international safety certificate;
- High hygroscopic material;
- Antiallergenic, antiseptic, wound healing;
- A special bright container in the shape of a duckling will keep moisture, protect from dirt, and serve as an excellent and safe toy for a child.
Disadvantages:
- Suitable for babies weighing up to 6 kilograms. Then there are complaints about the small size;
- The cost is quite high.
A pack of 70 napkins and a container will cost 450-470 rubles. But, the container is bought once. A replacement cassette costs 100-120 rubles.
Pampers Sensitive
You should not ignore the brand that is so promoted on the market. It may not be the best, but in his own way he became a pioneer in the Russian market among suppliers of goods for babies. One of its main advantages is passing safety control in the laboratories of the Russian Federation. For the rest, these are ordinary hypoallergenic wet wipes for babies.
Advantages:
- Soft, dense and durable, they perfectly cleanse the baby's skin in the most inaccessible places, without rubbing it;
- Suitable for sensitive skin;
- Most parents like packaging with a sealed valve, which allows the material to stay hydrated for a long time;
- Economical to use. Napkins do not stick together, they come well one by one. They do not tear or stretch.
Disadvantages:
- Many parents don't like strong perfume;
- Many consider them waterlogged.
However, Pampers Sensitive outperforms products with similar characteristics significantly in cost. The price for a pack of 56 pieces is about 150-170 rubles.
Merries
And one more leader from the land of the rising sun. It is he who receives today a large number of positive reviews from parents. Wet wipes can boast of increased density, embossed texture and porous structure. All together allow you to quickly and gently cleanse your baby's skin from any impurities. A special lotion perfectly moisturizes the skin, relieves symptoms such as itching and flaking, heals small wounds and microcracks.
Advantages:
- The porous structure quickly clears the skin of secretions and reliably holds the contents inside. You can not be afraid to stain your linen by negligence;
- They are absolutely harmless, since they do not contain alcohol, artificial colors and flavors. Does not cause allergies and skin irritation;
- They have a slight antiseptic and regenerating effect;
- It is enough to purchase a set with a plastic container once. And then just change the blocks. The napkins will always be protected from drying out. The scalloped edge of the block makes it easy to remove items of care one by one;
- Economical consumption;
- Made from biodegradable material. Easily soluble in water, which solves the issue of disposal. They can be thrown down the toilet.
Disadvantages:
- Overpriced by some buyers. Although in the opinion of the majority - the price corresponds to the quality of the product.
Merries wet wipes are sold in packs of 54 and 64. The cost of the set is 600-630 rubles, the replacement unit is 320-340 rubles.
The article lists only a small number of companies producing wet wipes for newborns. In fact, there are many more of them. However, the ranking includes those who enjoy the greatest trust, both among parents and medical professionals.
