Babies are usually very active and often dirty their bodies with their hands or by wiping their nose, so mothers often use newborn wipes to clean their hands and wipe away mucus. Wipes are indeed very convenient to use, but parents usually have many misconceptions about them. Let's take a look at some of the misconceptions about newborn wipes.
Misconceptions about the use of newborn wipes
Continuous use of wipes
After wiping the mouth with a wipe, it can still be used to wipe hands or toys. Although it sounds "energy-saving and cost-reducing," babies like to eat their hands and toys, and continuous use can cause invisible, cross-contamination with bacteria, increasing the risk of diarrhea and itchy skin.
Overestimation of the "omnipotent" power of wipes
Although newborn wipes indeed bring a lot of convenience to parents, they should not be used if the baby has a diaper rash. Wipes can irritate the skin and leave moisture on it, which can exacerbate the condition.
The softer, the better
Wipes may feel soft and fluffy, but they are not necessarily made entirely of natural materials. Synthetic fibers can also achieve this effect. The materials used in wipes on the market vary in quality. The most suitable materials for a baby's delicate skin are natural cotton wool without non-woven fabric and cotton fabric. Those that have been blacklisted for purchasing include ordinary polyester non-woven fabrics. These materials are low-cost and could potentially irritate the skin.
Common issues when using wipes for babies
Use before applying new brand wipes
Before using on your baby, parents should use them on themselves first. If there is any irritation or skin allergy, do not use them on your baby as they may be harmful to their skin and body.
Stop using immediately if skin allergy occurs
Some babies may have a skin allergy to some newborn wipes. If any symptoms such as skin redness, itching or irritation occur after application, stop using them immediately. For more serious cases, seek emergency medical attention.
Pay attention to the sealing after use
After taking the wipes, make sure to stick the sealing paper of the safe wipes on to avoid moisture evaporation and ensure its bactericidal and disinfection effect.
Pay attention to the placement and do not throw them away casually
Wet wipes should be placed in a cool and shade area where babies cannot reach to avoid accidental ingestion. After use, do not throw them away casually.
Key points for purchasing newborn wipes:
Pay attention to the ingredients of newborn wipes
Ingredients determine the quality of newborn wipes. In order to achieve the necessary moisturizing, nourishing, sterilizing and other actual effects of the product, different brands of wipes have different ingredients. Some inferior wipes may harm your baby, so parents should pay attention to the ingredients on the product label when choosing. If the labeling is unclear or the ingredients are unsuitable, do not buy it. In addition, you can also pay attention to some baby wipe reviews and online reviews to obtain information about them.
Product durability performance
Baby safety wipes should be abrasion-resistant to have good cleaning effects and less skin irritation for babies. The following testing standards can be used: wipe the wipes on a flat surface 70 times and compare the degree of pilling on the surface. If the surface of the wipes does not show obvious pilling, the quality of the product is good.
