There are several baby shampoos that are on the
market right now and you might have a hard time
trying to find a good fit. We all do. But once you read
through this blog, it should give you a better idea of
what’s out there and how you can select something
that’s right for your baby.
Why baby shampoo?
Babies and infants are susceptible to scalp acne and
cradle cap mainly due to their sensitive skin and the use of some mainstream commercial dirty ingredientbased products. Furthermore, babies' delicate skin has
not yet fully developed the natural defense system to
adequately protect them from harsh components that
are commonly found in most personal care products
especially when it comes to bath and body and
shampoos.
Baby shampoos on the other hand are specifically
formulated for babies' delicate skin. Baby shampoo
has mild gentle cleansing agents and a pH value
suitable to maintain the natural acid mantle of a
baby's delicate skin. Baby shampoo is recommended
for newborns and toddlers.
Zoobop cares about safety and gentleness when it
comes to your baby. Do not get lured by ads and
gimmicky marketing that greenwash you into thinking
a product is good, just because the brand says so.
Always question and research. And, with zoobop and
the bop tool, it’s now simple for you to do so.
Zoobop has launched a unique "bop tool" which is the
world's first brand reader allowing users to check
any personal care brand anywhere in the world. All
you need to do is type the name of the brand (in this
case your baby brand ) and hit bop.
And voila zoobop will give you all the intel you need on
the brand to see if it is good and clean. Zoobop checks
brands to see if they are toxin-free, eco-safe, sustainable, ethical, and cruelty-free so that you make
better and safer choices for yourself, your family, and
our planet.
How to choose a baby shampoo?
1. Research
Cannot stress this enough. Ample research about
good dependable baby brands is the most important
thing to do before shopping. Lucky for you, Zoobop has
got your back! Zoobop has launched a verified clean
marketplace that only sells brands that are assured
clean and green after thoroughly vetting the products.
On Zoobop.com, you can access a global database of
over 2000 brands, which allows you to see which
brand is better, compare 2 brands or more, and shop
clean and verified green products. Look out for the
zoobop score when comparing different brands.
2. Go through the labels
You should always read the ingredient label before
buying any product. This will allow you to understand
what’s inside a particular shampoo. Zoobop gives you
a list of dirty ingredients to be avoided and why. For
quick access see this link. Being an informed consumer is important for maintaining your baby’s
health.
In the brand details on Zoobop.com, there is a
comprehensive list of ingredients that you can check
under both natural and synthetic derived ingredients
that a brand uses across all its SKUs. Just tap on the
ingredients of any product and it will show you if they
are clean or not.
3. Organic
Buying organic certified may not be affordable to all.
These certifications are expensive and not all brands
can afford to get this. At zoobop, we tell you if a brand
is organic certified and if the certifications they carry
are accurate and up to date. Buying organic does
definitely reduce the chance of toxins in a product. At
our zoo market, you are sure to find some organic
certified baby brands which are in the affordable to
medium luxury category.
4. Good Ingredients
The hair texture of your baby is delicate and it can get
easily damaged. The best shampoo for a baby needs
to be mild with gentle ingredients that protect and
clean the scalp and hair of your baby. Look out for
baby shampoo brands that include hypoallergenic
compounds and Vitamin-E for your baby’s healthy hair
and scalp.
With constant greenwashing and fake claims that are
commonplace today, Zoobop is a powerful tool that
helps you declutter the space and can help you
quickly understand which brand is better and why.
The zoobop score is on a scale of 0 to 5. With 0 being
poor and 5 being excellent.
At a glance, you can see the difference between two
brands by seeing their score, and in detail, you can tap
on any of the icon criteria which give you detailed
information on why the brand scores what it does.
What are ingredients that are harmful in baby
shampoos?
- Formaldehydes
- Parfum/fragrance
- SLS
- Parabens
Read more about these nasties and why they should
be red flags for you and your family on
www.zoobop.com.
Here are some great baby shampoos that have clean
formulations. The Zoobop marketplace is India’s only
verified clean marketplace which sells and promotes
only those brands and products that have been vetted
to be clean and green.
1 EARTH BABY 97.4% natural origin baby
shampoo
What it does: Cleanses baby hair and nourishes it,
leaving it soft, manageable, and healthy.
Who is it for: Sensitive baby skin.
2 PAUL PENDERS natural baby shampoo
What it does: contains moisturizing and softening
properties to prevent dryness and minimise cradle
cap.
Who is it for: all skin type
Frequently asked questions
Is it OK to use baby shampoo on a newborn?
Provided that you use ONLY a clean and safe shampoo
that is both mild and gentle on your baby’s scalp.
Always consult your doctor before trying out anything
new for your newborn or infant.
When can I start using baby products on my
newborn?
After 3 weeks, it is relatively safe to use baby products
on babies. Make sure the products and techniques you
use are safe and gentle for your baby. Most products
carry that information on their label.
And always consult your doctor before you try anything
new.