5 Ingredients Your Baby’s Powder Should Not Have

As babies wear diapers the whole day, the little one’s bottom is constantly exposed to bacteria-breeding moisture. Therefore, baby powder has been  an essential part of a baby’s personal care regime to prevent and treat diaper rashes. 

Baby powders absorb moisture and keep your little one comfortable, especially when the nappy brushes against the skin of a baby.

Since baby powder is generally applied directly on the baby’s skin, you should be careful while picking one. It is best to use a talc free powder for your baby as the little one’s skin is fragile and is still developing. Here’s a list of ingredients that your baby’s powder should not have. Take a look!

5 Ingredients Your Baby’s Powder Should Not Have

Here’s a list of ingredients that your baby’s powder should not have:

Asbestos

Asbestos is an ingredient that is found in talcum powder and can be harmful if inhaled or swallowed by infants.

Despite the label warnings to keep the product away from the face of children, they might still inadvertently ingest it.

If asbestos fibres are inhaled, they can cause chronic health problems to the lungs, throat, and gastrointestinal tract, including a rare type of chest cancer (called mesothelioma) that can occur as long as five decades after asbestos exposure.

Paraben Preservatives

The presence of paraben in your baby’s powder can lead to acute and chronic side effects.

It can also cause allergic reactions, hormone disruption, along with developmental and reproductive toxicity.

This ingredient is not only harmful for babies, but also for adults due to the numerous hazards it can cause.

Nanoparticles (Zinc Dioxide/ Titanium Dioxide)

Nanoparticles present in your baby’s powder can cause respiratory issues if inhaled.

Your little one’s lungs have difficulty cleaning small particles, which might therefore, pass from the lungs into the bloodstream.

They can also penetrate skin or lung tissues and can cause extensive organ damage.

Genetically Modified Ingredients (GMO)

GMOs have been associated with cancer, organ failure, and birth defects.

Several countries around the world are passing laws against GMOs and many of the regulations have specifically targeted infants.

Gluten

Your baby’s powder should be devoid of gluten, a type of bread-based grain protein. It’s found in many foods, including rye, wheat, barley, and in some breads and snacks.

According to research, within the first year, a baby’s digestive system cannot tolerate the harsh gluten protein and can lead to severe constipation and abdominal pain.

While choosing a baby powder, it is advisable to choose one that has been formulated with natural ingredients like arrowroot powder, oatmeal powder, chamomile and lavender oil along with shea and rose butter. It also helps if these are dermatologically tested.

Your little one’s delicate and soft skin requires love, care, tenderness and gentleness. Use only the best, pure and natural products for your baby!

DISCLAIMER: We have taken steps to check the accuracy of information & practices shared above; however, it is not a replacement for a doctor’s opinion. Please check with either your doctor, or an expert, before trying any suggestion, practice, or medication mentioned here.