There are many products known to most that you should keep away from your children as it can cause irritation to their skin. There are also some everyday items that you may use and didn't think that it can irritate your child's skin. Below are some everyday irritants that can cause irritation to your children.
Aerosol Products- This may consist of things that make the home smell good like air fresheners, candles and incense. It may also consist of cleaning supplies like stain removers, bathroom cleaning supplies, oven cleaner, etc. These products produce vapors which in turn can irritate your child's skin. The best way to mask this is to limit or eliminate the use of these products when your child is around.
Exotic Fruits- Some exotic fruits can cause skin allergies in some children. Remember to wash all fruit before it is eaten and keep the rinds of acidic, citrus and exotic fruit away from your child's skin as it may cause an allergic reaction.
Fabric Softeners/Laundry Detergent- The additives, dyes and perfume added into these products can cause many skin irritations to children. Fabric softener is also known to cause eczema in children because of it's harsh ingredients. To solve this issue use fragrance free laundry products.
Family Pet- Some family pets can cause irritation to your child which may consist of itchy eyes, sneezing and skin allergies. To eliminate this problem limit your child's exposure to the family pet. If your child does pet the family pet make sure your child's hands are washed before they touch any part of their body. Also bathe your pet at least once a week as they can carry dander because let's face it they are into everything.
Fragranced Items- A fragrance product is made from a mix of many different chemicals that can cause irritation to your child's skin. Instead use fragrance free products on your child but remember to read the label as there are some products that may say fragrance free but there may have been more chemicals added to the product to mask the smell.
Organic Products- Just because they say organic that doesn't mean they don't have ingredients in them that can irritate your child's skin. Organic products actually contain botanicals which can cause skin allergies. Avoid using these products if they contain botanicals or plant based substances.
Soaps- Many soaps on the market today have many chemicals in them that can cause irritation to your child's skin. The sudsier the soap the more chemicals it contains. Instead, opt for a suds free soap or more natural based soap.
There you have it mommies, remember before you purchase anything conduct research to verify if the product will cause irritation to your child. This will save your child from the irritation and it will save you the headache.
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