Can’t use shower gel when bathing children?

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One of the main ingredients in shower gel is surfactant, which can effectively clean the oil and dirt on the skin and hair. For most children, using a reliable children's shower gel is safe and effective without causing excessive irritation or allergy risk.

When choosing shower gel, parents should try to avoid products containing alcohol, fragrance and strong alkaline ingredients. It is a good choice to choose a shower gel with a tear-free formula. Such products can not only effectively remove sweat, dirt and bacteria, but also protect the skin's natural barrier.

In addition, there are indeed some special circumstances, such as children with eczema or sensitive skin. At this time, it is necessary to be more cautious in choosing mild, low-irritation cleaning products, and you may even need to choose specific toiletries based on the doctor's advice.

Therefore, instead of blindly worrying about and resisting the use of shower gel, it is better to focus on the details of the use of shower gel and use bath products designed for children reasonably and moderately, which can not only keep the child's skin clean, but also effectively protect the skin health. Parents can choose appropriate bath products according to the child's skin condition and age, and pay attention to controlling the frequency of use. The frequency of 2 to 3 times a week is usually appropriate enough.

Author: Tang Jiaoqing, MD, attending physician of dermatology

Review | Feng Jun, deputy chief physician of the Dermatology Department of Sinopharm Tongmei General Hospital