The essential stages of baby care by Elma, Doctor of Pharmacy
A baby's skin is particularly fragile, and requires special care. By avoiding aggressive products, you can prevent irritation and keep your baby's skin healthy. Here I explain, with my expertise as a pharmacist, the essential steps of a routine adapted to the most fragile skin.
Cleanse the skin
Bath time is an important moment for keeping your baby clean and relaxed, but it can also be aggressive if the wrong products are used. Many soaps and cleansers contain foaming agents (such as sulfates) that are often irritating to sensitive skin. At Amour Tempête, we recommend avoiding products containing sulfates or other aggressive substances. Our Soin Lavant is a soap-free soap! It's hypoallergenic thanks to a new-generation ultra-gentle cleansing base. Thanks to plant oils such as plum oil and camelina oil, it cleanses without dehydrating. Limit bath time to 5-10 minutes and use lukewarm water to avoid damaging your baby's natural skin barrier.
When the baby comes out, think about the folds of the baby's skin, especially around the neck, armpits and thighs. They are often subject to moisture, perspiration and irritation. It's essential to keep them clean and dry!
Nourishing the skin
After a bath, baby's skin can become dry. It is therefore important to nourish it immediately afterwards to restore its elasticity, maintain its natural hydration and provide comfort. At Amour Tempête, we recommend using a natural oil. Amour Tempête Oil is composed exclusively of 4 precious French plant oils. These oils are gentle and nourish the skin without leaving a greasy film. They are also free from irritants, making them perfect for everyday use. They're also perfect for baby massage. An excellent way to bring comfort and well-being to your baby, while taking care of his or her skin.
Skin repair
Skin irritations, such as redness, eczema or small dry patches, are common in babies and require special care to soothe and repair. At Amour Tempête, we recommend the use of a natural repair balm based on calendula, which helps to calm inflammation and regenerate damaged skin. Amour Tempête's Bobo Baume should be applied to irritated areas after each bath or as needed, to promote rapid healing and protect the skin from external aggressors.
Taking care of your baby's skin means making conscious choices when it comes to products. Aggressive soaps, especially those containing sulfates, can compromise the integrity of your baby's sensitive skin by drying it out or causing irritation. By opting for natural, gentle, fragrance- and preservative-free alternatives, you can ensure your baby's skin is soft, moisturized and protected. A careful, well-adapted skin care routine is the key to avoiding skin problems and offering your child optimum comfort.
I hope these tips will help you make your choices! Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, we'll be happy to answer them.
Elma, co-founder of Amour Tempête and Doctor of Pharmacy
