How to wash baby clothes: TOP-5 safe for newborn powders

Many mothers believe that the most appropriate solution is to wash diapers and vests with ordinary baby or household soap. But unfortunately, this tool can not cope with complex pollution. In addition, it is inconvenient to use in a washing machine. But the laundry detergent for children's underwear should be selected especially carefully, and this can be explained by three facts.

1. Increased resorption function of the skin of infants. The epidermis of the baby is so thin that all kinds of harmful substances easily penetrate through it. This leads not only to irritation and rashes, but also to pathologies of the internal organs.
2. Vulnerable respiratory system. The mucous membrane of the nose and throat of the child is not so developed as to prevent the penetration of aggressive particles into the respiratory tract.
3. Weak immunity. Up to one year, the child’s immune system goes through the process of formation. During this period, the body is vulnerable to all external irritants, including aggressive detergents.

What should not be in the composition

To choose the right powder for baby clothes, you need to carefully study the composition of the product. Young mothers unwittingly have to become real chemists in order to protect the baby from allergic reactions and skin irritations. Of course, it is impossible to memorize all the components used in the manufacture of household chemicals. Just remember a few elements that should not be present in a detergent under any pretext.

1. Phosphates. Substances used to reduce water hardness. They are not washed out of the fibers even with repeated rinsing. This becomes the cause of allergies. Moreover, phosphates enhance the activity of other components of the detergent, which can also negatively affect health.
2. Zeolites. Also used to reduce water hardness. Settling on the tissue, the substances make it too stiff for the vulnerable children's epidermis.
3. Surfactant. Their presence in powders is permissible no more than in a 7% concentration. Otherwise, not only skin reactions are possible, but also metabolic disorders, respiratory diseases and weakened immunity.
4. Chlorine. Toxic substance, the smell of which is too aggressive for the respiratory tract of a small child. Also, the component is included in the list of carcinogens.
5. Optical brighteners. Settling on the fabric, they reflect the sun's rays, creating the effect of dazzling whiteness. But such particles can cause severe irritation.

Baby Powder Rating

How to find the perfect baby powder? As a rule, mothers go on an experimental path, trying new means, until they come to the best option. Most often, preference is given to five popular means.

No. 1: Sodasan Comfort Sensitive

Before washing baby clothes for newborns, you should make sure that the detergent is absolutely safe. For babies, allergy sufferers, and people with sensitive skin, Sodasan Comfort Sensetive is ideal. The tool shows good results at any water temperature. Judging by numerous reviews, this is the best baby powder for newborns.Its composition determines the safety for the child and ruthlessness in relation to spots.

• Organic Vegetable Soap (30%). It is made of organic and environmentally friendly surfactants that bind and remove contaminant particles from the fabric. The substance does not settle on the fabric.
• Soda ash (15-30%). Disinfects things by slightly bleaching the fabric. Enhances the action of soap.
• Silicates (5-15%). These are minerals that enhance the action of laundry soap and soften water. Silicates have an additional emollient effect on fats and other impurities.
• Iminodisuccinate, polyaspartate, citrate (5%). Safe emollients to replace harmful phosphates.

The powder as a whole makes a positive impression. Although the price of safety is poor efficiency against complex pollution. Information about other properties can be found in the table.

Table - Advantages and disadvantages of Sodasan Comfort Sensetive Detergent

No. 2: Garden Kids

Garden Kids, manufactured in accordance with the requirements of GOST, continues the rating of children's washing powders. It is safe for the delicate skin and respiratory tract of newborns. Made on the basis of natural soap, the powder easily eliminates surface contamination and freshens the appearance of the fabric. The composition can not but rejoice caring mothers.

• Coconut Oil Baby Soap (30%). Binds particles of impurities and removes them, gives the fabric freshness and natural whiteness.
• Soda (60%). Enhances the washing properties of soap, which reduces the consumption of powder.
• Sodium Citrate (0.3%). A safe analogue of phosphates that softens hard water.
• Silver ions (0.3%). Disinfect the fibers. The effect lasts up to a month.

The manufacturer claims that the powder does not harm the environment due to complete biodegradability. Judging by the information on the packaging, water after washing with this tool can even water indoor plants. Other advantages and some disadvantages can be found in the table.

Table - Advantages and disadvantages of Garden Kids laundry detergent

No. 3: Tobbi Kids

To wash things for the newborn, laundry soap was traditionally used. Therefore, funds based on this component are very popular. Tobbi Kids powder attracts not only with its bright packaging, but also with its safe composition and positive feedback from customers. The manufacturer produces a whole line of products designed for washing cotton and linen with a gentle composition.

• Laundry soap (15%). Natural hypoallergenic surfactant that effectively fights pollution. Does not penetrate the skin.
• Nonionic surfactant (10%). Eliminates pollution and prevents their repeated subsidence on fabric.
• Sodium Percarbonate (25%). Oxygen bleach with antimicrobial effect. It does not accumulate in the fibers of the tissue, does not cause allergies.
• Sodium Tripolyphosphate (5%). Softens hard water. Binds impurities, preventing them from re-settling on the fabric.
• Soda ash (less than 5%). It has good detergent and antibacterial characteristics.
• Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (less than 5%). The component responsible for the consistency of the powder. Safety is evidenced by the fact that the substance is used in the manufacture of toothpastes and even food products.
• Bleach Amplifier (less than 5%). It bleaches stains without reacting with fabric dyes.
• Acremon B1 (less than 5%). Substitute for phosphates. It softens water and maintains the granular structure of the powder.
• Sodium sulfate (less than 5%). Activator surfactant. May cause allergic reactions with prolonged contact with the skin.

The harmful effects of sodium sulfate on the body have not been proven. But there is evidence that the substance can accumulate in the body, causing a delay in the development of the child and diseases of the internal organs. Therefore, things should be washed several times after washing. Also, when buying, pay attention to the reviews. About other positive and negative properties in the following table.

Table - Advantages and disadvantages of Tobbi Kids Detergent

No. 4: Mako Clean

For children from the first days of life and adults prone to allergic reactions, a safe baby powder from the manufacturer Mako Clean is recommended. By the way, this is the first domestic company to produce environmentally friendly detergents. The composition of the powder is the best confirmation of this.

• Soap chips (less than 15%). Natural surfactant. A component that effectively removes stains.
• Plant-based AAS (less than 15%). Safe natural surfactants made from fruit sugar and coconut pulp. Responsible for the formation of soft foam.
• Soda ash (less than 15%). Safe blowing agent and cleaner. Softens water.
• Sodium Sulfate (less than 15%). Enhances the activity of surfactants.
• Oxygen bleach (less than 15%). Improves the appearance of the fabric. It has an antibacterial effect.
• Nonionic glycosides (less than 5%). Soft surfactant, safe for the skin.
• Sodium Silicate (less than 5%). Activates the work of surfactants. Prevents re-adhesion of dirt to the fibers.
• Carboxymethyl cellulose (less than 5%). Structural component. Safe, even approved for use in the food industry.
• Bleach activator (less than 5%). It discolors the dirt.
• Complexing agent (less than 5%). Softens hard water, enhances the washing ability of the powder.
• Enzymes (less than 5%). Contribute to the breakdown of pollution molecules.

Judging by the reviews, the powder combines high efficiency in the fight against stains, as well as safety for the children's body. Although, with old pollution will have to tinker. The following table will tell about the remaining pros and cons of the tool.

Table - Advantages and disadvantages of Mako Clean washing powder

No. 5: Our Mother's Soap Powder

In search of a hypoallergenic baby washing powder, nothing better than ordinary baby soap can be found. The tool "Our mother" may take the form of soap chips or baby liquid powder with a delicate composition.

• Tallowat sodium. Natural surfactant based on animal fats. 70% of all soap on the market is based on this component.
• Cocoat sodium. A complex of sodium salts and fatty acids extracted from coconut oil. Usually included in expensive quality soaps.
• Sodium palmitate. Vegetable base for soap.
• Titanium dioxide. White pigment. Able to destroy pollution and fight bacteria.
• Glycerol. Emollient.

The chemical composition of the powder almost completely duplicates the usual soap. This determines its main advantages and disadvantages, which are described in more detail in the table.

Table - Advantages and disadvantages of the detergent “Our mother”

It is difficult to determine which baby detergent is better. It must be safe and at the same time cope with difficult spots. If you do not trust either domestic or foreign manufacturers, prepare the powder yourself. Just mix one part soap dish with the same amount of salt and two parts soda. Prepare the product for future use and store in a plastic container.