Having a baby is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in life, and part of being a parent is doing everything in your power to ensure they grow up as healthy as possible. From choosing the softest baby clothes to ensuring bottles are BPA-free, you want to give your child the best of everything. Unfortunately, one of the most commonly overlooked aspects of baby care are the ingredients found in their bath products. From formaldehyde to parabens, baby soaps can contain an assortment of chemicals that can adversely affect your child.
The reason I started making soap in the first place was because I was reading the back of the baby wash I'd always used, and I was shocked at all of the ingredients I was putting on my children's skin. I knew I could do better, and I set out to make a soap that I felt comfortable using on my babies.
Read on to learn how to choose the right soap for your baby, ingredients to avoid, the benefits of natural baby bath products, and get answers to your frequently asked questions about the best baby soap.
Babies have some of the most sensitive skin on the planet, and you need to take steps to protect it. Babies can react to even small amounts of chemicals, which is why we see so many parents trying to figure out what’s wrong when they use traditional baby products.
These issues can become much worse when a baby has extra sensitive skin. Even “safe” ingredients like dyes and fragrances can cause horrible side effects after use. Signs of a baby with extra sensitive skin include:
It can be heart-breaking to see your baby in pain, especially since reactions can appear as rashes, hives, burning, itching, and in severe cases, bleeding.
When looking at the various baby soap options on the market, you need to look for soap that’s free from harmful ingredients and stick close to nature. When you choose a natural baby soap, there are less ingredients that could cause a reaction. Using the best soap for your baby’s skin, with less chances of an allergic reaction or sensitivity, leads to a happier, healthier baby.
![]() "Works great with my newborn granddaughter's eczema" - Michael B. |
You would be shocked by the number of chemicals in conventional baby wash and exactly what they can do to your baby. Some of the most common ingredients we see in baby washes include:
You now know what could be lurking in your baby’s soap, but where do you go from here? How do you find a soap that won’t harm your baby? Many parents are finding they prefer natural soaps, and not only because they can avoid chemicals found in big brands. Some benefits of the best organic baby soap include:
By making the switch to a quality natural soap for your baby, you can ensure that your child is not getting exposed to chemicals that could irrevocably damage their bodies for years to come during your nightly bath time routine. Not only will you get peace of mind when switching to a soap brand you can trust, you’ll also be able to enjoy bath time with your baby again.
![]() "Both of my kids have extremely sensitive skin and one has eczema. Goat Milk Stuff has been a life saver since they were born!! We recently started using the milk bath and it’s absolutely amazing!!! And my boys love it!" - Amy V. |
We understand you probably have a few questions about newborn bath products which is why we have created this handy FAQ section to give you the knowledge you need on baby bath products.
Obviously the safest soap is chemical-free. However, it is worth noting that each baby is different. Some babies may need extra sensitive soap throughout their lives while others can eventually switch to (naturally) scented options.
If you’re here for the TL;DR version of the article, no, conventional baby wash is not chemical free. Many baby shampoos contain the same dangerous chemicals as their adult counterparts. Goat milk soap, however, uses natural ingredients and the end result is a product that you can trust to help your baby's skin, not hurt it.
Remember the raging debate a few years ago when people were thinking that “tear free” meant no hair tears? It actually meant no tears as in watering of the eyes. These products work by using synthetic detergents that attempt to match the skin’s pH levels, resulting in a “tear free” experience. These chemicals can have adverse reactions on the skin in addition to not actually being tear free as they claim.
We recommend using our Castile for newborns to ensure the most comfortable bathing experience for all babies. With only Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil as the base, and goat milk to add extra moisturizing benefits, it's unlikely to cause any irritation because of allergies, and it's extremely gentle. We even bring it to the hospital for baby's first bath, and the nurses love it!
![]() "I have been using this soap for my newborn. It cleans him well but is also so moisturizing. I’ll definitely continue to purchase Goat Milk Stuff soap for my entire family." - Valarie A. |
After six months, we switch our own babies (first our children, now our grandkids!) to Purity, our pure unscented goat milk soap with ingredients you can recognize, or one of our amazing scented soaps. We have both Essential Oil Goat Milk Soaps and Fragrance Oil Goat Milk Soaps, and all of them are paraben and phthalate free.
![]() "We love this product. The Purity bar was the only product that saved my newborn's skin! We tried the top rated products on the market and they all irritated his skin. This product worked miracles." - A. W. |
Choosing a soap for your baby shouldn’t feel like a minefield. Sadly, big brands have made it a difficult experience for those looking for the best baby wash for their child. From formaldehyde to paraben and phthalate laced fragrances, baby soap from big corporations contains too many dangerous chemicals. When you switch to our soaps, you are getting the best organic baby soap on the market. Made with ingredients you recognize and specially formulated to be gentle on skin, our goat milk soap will quickly become a staple in your home for years to come.
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