Baby Skin

When our precious babies are placed in our arms for the first time, we touch the elegant softness of their skin, and we are captivated with their newness. And, with that newness, our hearts transpire into a mixture of both awe and protectiveness.

Have you ever heard that a baby’s skin is five times thinner than that of an adult? This makes it incredibly easy for chemicals to be absorbed right into their systems. And, consequently incredibly more difficult to flush out those chemicals.

I appreciate that Shaklee values the tiniest members in our world! They created an entire product line just for babies and children, consisting of Personal Care Products and supplements. The Personal Care products include: Soothing Lotion, Gentle Wash, Massage Oil (did you know baby massage can actually improve their digestion, circulation, and sleep patterns?), and Diaper Rash Cream. The Supplement for babies/toddlers includes: Multivitamin and Multimineral Powder (23 essential nutrients and prebiotics).

I recall the frustration and crankiness involved with diaper rashes, and doctors are quick to recommend products to help. What I’ve come to realize is that many of those products cause further irritation (specifically boric acid and camphor). I read through a Shaklee Science update: “In a recent study involving 163 infants and toddlers, 81% had signs of phthalates in their wet diapers after having had some type of personal care product applied to their skin.” Did you know that phthalates can potentially lead to respiratory, liver and kidney damage?

When we think about their precious skin and its rate of absorption, we can be grateful for nature and science joining together to provide products that are both safe and effective for our children.

Shaklee products are safe, effective, hypoallergenic, clinically tested, and dermatologist/pediatrician tested. There are no added fragrances, no talc, or mineral oil. Check out the entire product line.