Baby Shampoo

To find the best baby shampoo for your child, think about what they need in terms of cleansing power and special considerations for their skin and hair. For instance, lavender-infused soaps, such as Honest Calm shampoo and body wash may help your baby settle down before nap time or bedtime. Kick off the bedtime routine with a bath, and follow it with a story and a cuddle. 

Look for tear-free shampoos to protect sensitive eyes, or try shampoo and conditioner two-in-one products (or three-in-one versions, which add bubble bath) to remove dirt while softening strands at the same time. Scented shampoos that burst with mango or coconut are also available.  If you’re concerned about certain ingredients or manufacturing methods, look for labels that boast free of fragrances, parabens, sulfates and dyes or that say the product wasn’t tested on animals. 

Each baby shampoo brand has its own set of instructions describing the best way to use its slate of products. You can typically find step-by-step instructions for product use on the back of the shampoo bottle. 

Generally, three steps are involved: 

• Wet your baby’s hair. 

• Apply shampoo using your hand or a washcloth. 

• Lather, rinse thoroughly and repeat as necessary. 

Follow up with conditioner, or use a spray-in detangler or other hair care product to tame curls and make your baby’s hair look and feel amazing. 

No hard-and-fast rule exists regarding whether it’s okay to use baby shampoo as body wash, but you can find products such as Aveeno baby wash and shampoo that are specifically created to be used as an all-in-one hair and body cleanser. These multitasking washes help you complete nightly baths in record time while also treating your little one to the TLC they deserve. 

Remember that baby shampoo isn’t designed to help with specific skin conditions, such as dry skin or eczema. Try adding to your baby’s hygiene routine by incorporating liquid soap designed especially for babies, or treat skin conditions separately using baby lotion or creams.