As the seasons change, so does your child’s skin. From battling spring allergies to managing dry, eczema-prone skin in winter, parents face new skin challenges throughout the year. As a pharmacist with a passion for natural, gentle products, here’s how you can help your child’s skin thrive all year long.
Spring: Allergy-Prone Skin and Soothing Botanicals
Springtime brings pollen, blooms, and itchy, irritated skin for many children.
Common Spring Skin Challenges:
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Allergic reactions (hives, itchy patches)
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Flare-ups of existing conditions like eczema
How to Combat Spring Skin Challenges:
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Gentle Cleansing: Use a fragrance-free, mild cleanser to remove pollen and allergens after outdoor play. Our Marshmallow Magic Gentle Cleanser is perfect for all seasons, whether humid and hot or dry and cold!
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Soothing Botanicals: Incorporate botanicals with calming properties to help soothe redness and irritation. Our Healer Balm is a great choice for soothing your child’s irritated skin!
Summer: Sun Protection and Hydration
Warmer months mean more outdoor activities, and increased risk of sunburn and dehydration.
Common Summer Skin Challenges:
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Sunburn and heat rash
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Dehydration leading to dry or peeling skin
How to Combat Summer Skin Challenges:
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Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreens: Look for simple, but effective gentle sun protection for your child’s skin. Make sure to reapply every two hours or after swimming. Our recommendation is the Babo Botanicals Sheer Tinted Sunscreen.
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Hydration: Encourage your child to drink lots of water and use light, non-comedogenic moisturizers with soothing ingredients. Our Healer Balm is a great choice for not only soothing irritated skin, but also if your child plays too hard in the sun and gets a sunburn.
Fall and Winter: Eczema Flare-Ups, Dry Skin, and Occlusive Balms
Cooler, drier air can disrupt the skin barrier, especially in children prone to eczema.
Common Fall/Winter Skin Challenges:
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Eczema flare-ups (patches of inflamed, itchy skin)
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Overall dryness and chapping
How to Combat Fall/Winter Skin Challenges:
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Moisturize frequently: Use our Healer Balm daily to make sure your child gets the proper moisturization needed.
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Bathing Habits: Shorten baths and use lukewarm water. Incorporate bath soaks with colloidal oatmeal for maximum comfort.
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Clothing Choices: Use soft, breathable fabrics like cotton to minimize irritation
Year-Round Tips from a Pharmacist’s Perspective
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Patch Test New Products: Always test new products on a small area of your child’s skin (inside the forearm is a perfect spot to test) to check for reactions.
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Avoid Irritants: Steer clear of products with artificial fragrances, dyes, or harsh detergents.
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Consistency is Key: Regular, gentle skin care year-round helps keep sensitivity and flare-ups in check.
