Skin Science

What Parents Should Know About Fragrance in Children’s Skincare Bath time often begins with a familiar ritual: a brightly colored bottle, a squeeze of shampoo or body wash, and a sweet scent that fills the bathroom. Strawberry, bubble gum, vanilla-children’s skincare products are often designed to smell cheerful and inviting. The scent signals cleanliness and…

If your child steps out of the bath with flushed cheeks, rough patches on their arms, or says their skin feels “tight” or “stingy,” it’s natural to blame dry air or assume they just need a better lotion. But often, the real issue starts earlier, with the cleanser itself. For children with sensitive skin, bath…

What causes redness, itching, and post-bath stinging – and what parents can do to stop the cycle. If you’ve ever watched your child step out of the bath scratching their arms, cheeks flushed and tight, asking, “Why does my skin feel funny?”, you know how quickly “just a little dryness” can turn into a daily…

When we created our Nuthatch Naturals Everyday Face & Body Wash, we wanted a cleanser that is gentle on children’s skin and also as natural and planet-friendly as possible.  Our children’s cleanser is now the only mild and gentle certified biobased wash formula on the market.  All other hand and body washes have at least…

How often do kids need a bath? Many kids have sensitive skin, and it’s more common than you might think.  A 2020 survey of over 600 moms found that more than half said their children had sensitive skin.  Kids with sensitive skin are much more likely to experience dryness and eczema.  Over 10% of children…

It’s hard to cook a healthy meal for your family.  In my family, bell peppers and cauliflower are on the no list.  The kids eat berries and bananas, but not really apples, and oranges go ignored.  Ice cream comes before yoghurt and granola.  Many kids dislike foods that have an unusual taste or that don’t…