The 5 errors to avoid to protect your baby's skin this winter

Winter can be tough for your baby's sensitive skin. Between the cold, the wind and the dry air of the heated interiors, it is essential to take precautions to prevent your skin from becoming dry or irritated. However, some gestures that we think beneficial can actually be harmful. Here are the five mistakes to avoid to protect your baby's skin this winter.

1. Use products not suitable for your baby's skin

Your baby's skin is extremely sensitive and requires specific care. Adult products or those containing perfumes, sulfates or alcohol can attack its skin. Always opt for care formulated for babies, such as moisturizing creams rich in natural and soothing ingredients. At Monjour, we offer a range of natural care suitable from birth to keep the skin of a soft and protected baby throughout the winter.

2. Neglect daily hydration

The cold and dry air of winter can quickly dry baby's skin, making it vulnerable to redness and irritation. Daily hydration is therefore essential. Apply a moisturizer after each bath and several times a day if necessary. Do not wait until the skin is already dry to act!

3. Give too hot and too frequent baths

With the cold, it can be tempting to warm baby with hot baths. However, hot water tends to dry the skin by eliminating the natural protective film. Prefer warm baths and limit their duration. In addition, it is not necessary to give a bath to baby every day: a bath every two to three days is enough in winter to avoid drying your skin.

4. Forget to protect the skin from the cold

When you go out with baby, his face and his hands are often exposed to the cold, which can cause chappers and redness. Before each outing, apply a specific barrier cream on the exposed areas, such as our Natural protective balm, which forms a protective layer without attacking baby's fragile skin.

5. Do not monitor the humidity from the indoor air

The air of heated interiors often becomes very dry in winter, which accentuates the drying of baby's skin. To counter this, remember to moisten the baby's air, either using a humidifier, or by placing a bowl of water near the radiator. This will maintain an ideal humidity level and prevent baby skin from drying out.

By following these simple tips, you can effectively protect your baby's skin throughout the winter. To discover our natural care products specially designed for toddlers, go to Monjour.com.