Children’s skin: 3+1 products for comprehensive care & hygiene

Human skin is made up of several different components, including water, protein, lipids, and various minerals and chemicals. These elements make up children’s skin as well, however, considering that its physiology is still developing, the epidermis of children is more sensitive, since:

• Stratum corneum is thin and more penetrable
• Sweating is inadequate and irregular, resulting in increased sensitivity to climatic conditions
• Melanocyte is still immature, making children sensitive to sun and solar radiation
• Hair growth is not as protective

In addition, the risk of systemic toxicity due to topical product application is much greater in children than in adults. Furthermore, children’s skin has to deal with issues such as diapers, irritations, friction, frequent bathing, etc. Thus, it is essential to provide thorough and specialized, gentle care with products that are formulated exclusively for children.

Complete care & hygiene

Effective cleansing of various pollutants, along with maintenance of skin’s barrier integrity and strengthening of the hydrolipidic film, that is normally insufficient, are the main goals of kids’ skincare.

MACROVITA HIPPO product line is formulated for 3-year-old kids and older ones. The products of this line are hypoallergenic (reduce the possibility of an allergic reaction), ophthalmologically tested, as well as dermatologically tested on sensitive skin.

MACROVITA Shower Gel for kids with honey & oat cleanses the skin gently, leaving it smooth and soft, while the rich foam created, along with the refreshing citrus scent, turn bath into a pleasant experience. The product is SLES and SLS free. Apply a sufficient amount onto a wet sponge and lather with gentle movements. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.

When it comes to scalp and hair care, use the SLES and SLS free MACROVITA Shampoo for kids with honey & oat, which cleanses hair gently without irritating the scalp, leaving it soft and manageable. Apply a sufficient amount to wet hair and massage gently. Rinse and shampoo again. After the last hair wash, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. If your children’s hair gets tangled, then MACROVITA Hair Conditioner for kids with honey & oat is exactly what you need. Cares, nourishes, softens and detangles hair, leaving it shiny, silky and easy to comb.

Tips: Cleanse meticulously with gentle movements, and do not neglect the “invisible spots”, such as the folds behind the ears or between the fingers. Careful toweling is particularly important to avoid dryness and the risk of skin cracking, which is quite common in children.

For sure, since skin’s defense mechanisms against the attacks of solar radiation are not fully developed during the first years of life (full maturation of pigmentation is accomplished during adolescence), the use of a high SPF sunscreen is necessary. MACROVITA Sun Protection Face & Body Milk SPF50 for kids with aloe & panthenol offers high protection against all skin damages caused by exposure to radiation (UV & IR). Reduces the risk of sunburns, while also protecting children’s sensitive skin from dehydration.

Apply a sufficient amount to dry skin at least 20 minutes before sun exposure, including also difficult-to-reach body areas like the ears, forehead, nose, feet and behind the knees. Remember to renew frequently, especially after perspiring, swimming or toweling off.

Important tips for proper storage

All products -especially those intended for use on children- should be stored in a dry and cool place, away from heat sources. Once opened, it is advised to be used up as quickly as possible. Remember to always seal the products properly after each use and make sure that the spout does not come into contact with dirty objects, hands, etc.