Baby-soft skin is actually a misnomer. Newborn babies often have dry skin, due to their need to rapidly adapt to life outside the womb and the presence of vernix — a waxy coating that protects the baby from amniotic fluid in the womb. Their skin may even peel. However, no parent would want to use lotions or creams that have additives, fillers, or other chemical components, which can irritate and inflame the delicate skin and cause rash and itching. Shea butter, an organic ingredient, can be a safe and healthy alternative that can help in restoring moisture to your baby’s skin.
What is shea butter?
Shea butter is derived from the fruit of the Karite tree. This “tree of life” is commonly found in West Africa, the Central African Republic, and Ethiopia. Raw, unrefined Shea oil can be heated and used similarly to coconut oil. The mild, nutty smelling fat has effective emollient and anti-inflammatory properties, which is why it finds abundant use in skincare and haircare.
Is Shea Butter Safe for Babies?
Primarily made up of saturated fatty acids such as palmitic, stearic, oleic, and arachidonic acid, Shea butter is safe for babies. Shea butter also has the essential fatty acid linoleic acid and vitamin E, both great for the skin. Therefore, organic shea butter is perfectly safe for babies.
Benefits of Shea Butter
The benefits of shea butter are endless and there are several advantages to using skincare products with shea butter. Of course, when it comes to your baby’s skin, nothing but the best organic baby cream can suffice. With organic shea butter as its primary ingredient, goodness.me Certified Organic Baby Lotion is an excellent choice.
- Shea butter has zero chemical ingredients; therefore, your infant’s skin is safe from absorbing undesirable chemicals.
- Shea butter’s moisturising properties are well known. It is replete with skin-friendly fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. You can use it all around the year to treat your baby’s dry. The antioxidants help protect the skin from free radicals keeping it smooth, plump and healthy.
- Shea butter is also anti-inflammatory. These properties are helpful in treating skin conditions such as acne, rashes, or eczema. Massaging shea butter on your baby’s hair and scalp eases the cradle cap.
- You can use shea butter on minor insect bites. Organic Shea Butter contains cinnamic acid which aids in cell regeneration and healing.
- Massaging your baby’s skin can help relax him/her. The butter has no artificial scent or chemical content, so your baby’s skin will not be irritated or otherwise harmed. You may even find that your baby falls asleep more easily because of the soothing nature of shea butter.
How to use shea butter on your baby
Using raw shea butter is similar to using coconut oil. You can heat a spoonful of shea butter in the microwave and then use it as part of a baby massage. Giving your child a bath before moisturising him/her with shea butter can make the skin softer and more receptive to the moisturiser. If you do not wish to use raw shea butter, you may choose to select an all natural baby lotion that has shea butter as a primary ingredient. goodness.me’s Certified Organic Baby Lotion is made with certified organic shea butter and organic aloe vera. In addition, the lotion is paediatrician-certified, dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic. Finally, it does not contain any toxins, parabens, petroleum, synthetic fragrance, mineral oil, silicones or phthalates. It is perfectly safe for even the most delicate, new-born skin and can be used from the first day of your baby’s birth. However, it is always recommended to do a swatch test on your baby’s wrist before trying any new products.
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