Child Developement

Shampoos formulated especially for your baby will help you gently wash their hair during bathtime

What to Consider

Cradle Cap

If your baby's scalp has yellow-colored scales or is extremly dry, your baby might have cradle cap. Cradle cap is very common and treatable through natural remedies or cradle-cap formulated shampoos.

Eczema Friendly

If your baby has extremely dry skin or eczema, buy an eczema-friendly shampoo. Eczema friendly shampoos are extremely moisturizing, reducing dryness and irritation.

Hypoallergenic

If your baby has dry or sensitive skin, hypoallergenic shampoos are ideal. Their gentle formulation reduces irritation and discomfort.

Fragrance Free

Some babies are sensitive to the smell of certain bath gels or the chemicals used to create a fragrance. Opt for fragrance-free bath gels if your baby has sensitive skin.

Tear-free

Tear-free means that the shampoo will not cause tears or irritation if it gets in your baby's eyes.
Sulfates (SLS, SLES)Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are approved for use, but some parents believe they have adverse health effects and prefer more natural products. According to the American Cancer Association, there is no evidence of SLS/SLES being a carcinogen.

Paraben-free

Parabens artificial preservative. which contain properties similar to the female hormone estrogen. Although some issues have been found on animals, parabens have not been known to affect humans.

Phthalate-free

Pthlates are often listed as a fragrance. Although no evidence pointing to adverse health risks have been found, some medical experts are skeptical of the safety of phthalates in infant toiletries.

Organic

Organic shampoos are formulated from natural ingredients as opposed to synthetic ones, making it less irritating for your baby's sensitive skin.

DEA

Cocamide DEA is a chemically modified version of coconut oil used to thicken and cause foaming in products. Although studies have found a link between DEA and cancer in certain animals, DEA is approved for use in human toiletries

Popular brands		Johnson & Johnson	Mustela	Cetaphil	Kodomo	GAIA	Dentinox	Babo Botanicals	Exederm	California Baby
Product Image
Model		Baby Naturals Shampoo	Foam Shampoo for Newborns	Shampoo with Natural Chamomile	Conditioning Shampoo	Baby Shampoo	Cradle Cap Treatment Shampoo	Moisturizing Baby Shampoo & Wash	Baby Shampoo	Therapeutic Relief Eczema Shampoo & Body Wash
Formulated for Eczema								Yes	National Eczema Association 5/5	Yes
Cradle Cap		No	Yes	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
Hypoallergenic		Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Paraben Free		Yes	Yes	Yes	Unspecified	Yes	Unspecified	Yes	Yes	Yes
Phthalate Free		Unspecified	Yes	Unspecified	Unspecified	Unspecified	Unspecified	Yes	Unspecified	Yes
Fragrance Free		No	No	No	No	Natural fragrance oils only	No	Natural fragrances only	Yes	Yes
Tear-free		Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Features			Enriched with avocado perseose, soap-free	Enriched with glycerin and pantheol. pH balanced	Enriched with vitamin B5 and chamomile, pH balanced	Organic, pH neutral		Enriched with oatmilk and calendula	Extremely sensitive, free from synthetic irritants	Colloidal oatmeal, organically processed reduced eczema and inflation. Dye free.
Price		5 (200ml)	18.50 (150ml)	13 (200ml)	8 (750ml)	20.9 (250ml)	12.4 (125ml)	16 (240ml)	45.78 (237 g)	68 (560mL)
Where to buy		Cold Storage	Pupsik	Guardian	Fairprice	Watsons	Lazada	iherb	Qoo10	Pupsik

Tips

• There are many natural remedies to cradle cap: Apply baby oil to affected areas, wait 5-10 minutes, rub off gentle with soft brush, and rinse off oil.
• Always ensure that your baby's head is above water.
• Never leave baby unattended in the tub.
• Babies can be shampooed around once a week, unless they are prone to cradle cap which may require more frequent washes.
• Keep bath products out of reach at all times.
• Use a baby sized bathtub to ensure safety and more conveniently bathe your baby -- check out our guide on baby bathtubs here!
• Most parents prefer to bathe their baby in the morning or at night. Some find that nighttime baths are relaxing and lead to better sleep.