If You Have Sensitive Skin, *This* Is the Aisle to Shop
Dermatologists often suggest baby products for folks with sensitive skin, because they're frequently devoid of harsher chemicals and fragrances, which makes them extra gentle on skin. And moms everywhere are taking note. After hearing the trend picking up steam, I asked my hive mind (Insta followers who are also moms) which children's products they not-so secretly use on themselves. Here, everything they love to borrow, from fragrances to skin care.
Keep reading for the 13 baby products moms love for their babies—and themselves.
Honest Company Soothing Baby Bottom Wash, $10
This is designed to keep the diaper area clean, but the organic aloe in it makes it an awesome mid-day facial spray. It's seriously great anywhere, anytime. —Deena Campbell Sengstacke, mom of one
Kiehl’s Baby Nurturing Baby Cream for Face & Body, $19
My daughter had eczema as a baby and the only thing that kept her skin nice and moisturized was the Kiehl's baby lotion. I used it frequently on myself as well. It was hydrating and kept my skin moisturized during the cold winter months. It isn't sticky or oily like other thick creams for eczema. —Shalonda Maggitt, mom of one
Shea Moisture Baby Olive & Marula Baby Head-to-Toe Lotion, $10
Besides the occasional baby wipe to freshen my armpits on a "Did I put on deodorant today?” kind of day, I use this baby lotion. Shea Moisture makes this scent only for children, and it smells so, so good! I found myself using it more than my go-to coconut oil, especially in the winters when coconut oil is no match for cold dry climates. —Janine Bell, mom of two
Yes To Baby Natural Face & Nose Wipes, $10
I still use baby wipes on myself even though I no longer have a baby. They're extra gentle, but give me just the right kind of clean I need when applying or taking off makeup. My favorite ones to steal are the Yes To Baby Natural Face & Nose Wipes. —Nykia Spradley, mom of one
Johnson & Johnson Baby Oil, $4
This is a no brainer: I use it when I get out of shower, and my body is smooth like a baby's bottom. —Rashanna Hooks, mom of one
Baby Dove Tip-to-Toe Wash, $8 and Honest Company Organic Belly Balm, $17
I wash my face with Baby Dove Body Wash. I also use Honest Company Belly Balm (it’s for stretch marks) as a scalp oil. —Rica Coleman, mom of one
Honest Company Organic Body Oil, $10
I’m using it while pregnant because it’s so hard to tell what’s actually safe when expecting, especially when it comes to oils and/or essential oils. —Caitlin McGuire Hart, mom-to-be
Johnson’s Baby Cologne, $3
I obviously have a thing for sweet smelling babies and have used this product on my baby girl since she was an infant up until now. I love it’s light, sweet scent and have found that it works great to freshen up my box braids! Who doesn’t want to smell like a sweet little baby? —Coryne Hardy, mom of one and expecting number two
Honest Organic All-Purpose Balm, $13 and Honest Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+, $14
I use Honest Sunscreen (it is gentle on my skin and very effective) and Honest All Purpose Balm (I use the balm anytime I get a cut or have a patch of dry skin). I love these products. —Clare Brown, mom of one.
Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Bath, $9
I always use Aveeno lavender baby wash—love the smell of it. —Melanie White, mom of one
Beautycounter Kids Bath Collection, $45
I bought the bath collection for my girls who have extremely sensitive skin. But after a few weeks, I started using them too! They smell great, are completely free of toxins and chemicals and they actually work. I love the company and what they stand for so much, I actually signed up as a consultant. —Zakkiya Miller, mom of two
For more, here's how to make your skin absolutely glow, and why you should add retinol to your skin-care regimen.
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