Babylist – How to Make Homemade Baby Wipes?

You have probably checked it online that how to make baby wipes at home? and here you are with us!!

Wet wipes have made our lives easy to keep the newborn and toddlers clean, refresh and rash free throughout the day. Yes, these are useful for fast cleanup in hot or humid weather and during travel. However, not all the wipes are equally gentle for your baby’s delicate skin.

There is no doubt wet wipes saves the time and water but have you ever wonder what is actually inside the wipe?? Or is there anything more softer, natural and customizable option for your little one’s skin??

This article will explain the benefits of making homemade baby wipes, what ingredients to use according to the skin type, tips for safe storage, pediatric recommended wet wipes brands and gentle tips while using wet wipes for your baby’s soft skin.

Why do we use Baby Wipes?

This is the main question!! Let me explain it to you..

Baby skin is quite thin and delicate than adults. Wet wipes are game changer for parents. Just imagine a tool that cleans, refreshes, maintain hygiene, and doing everything. That is a real wet wipe tool! We can not just stop here. I will tell you the more importance and convenience of wet wipes for babies.

Baby’s diaper area is constantly exposed to moisture and irritation by doing pee-pee (urine) or poo-poo (stool). Here, wet wipes are quite helpful in cleaning after diaper change. A suitable baby wipes can prevent diaper rash. Keeping the diaper area clean and dry will make the baby comfortable and healthy.

These are not meant to be clean only diaper area, but can be used for cleaning face, messy hands and many more. Toddlers and adult kids can also make an use of it.

On the other side, parents should pay attention to the store brands wet wipes: not all the wet wipes are gentle to your baby’s skin. It may include chemicals, alcohols, fragrances or preservatives that can make you baby skin harm with dryness or irritate sensitive area. Pediatricians recommend to use alcohol free, hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested and fragrance free wipes.

Hoping it, you will pick the gentlest wet wipes or prefer the homemade baby wipes.

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How to make Homemade Baby Wipes?

Thinking to make baby wipes at home!! There are plenty of online tutorials of how to make your own wet wipes for a baby. So, do not get panic if, you have not exact ingredient in your pantry.

We have simple DIY baby friendly recipes of wet wipes for babies.

1.Basic Baby Wet Wipes

Basic wipes are for diaper area or general cleaning. Moreover, this recipe has baby friendly ingredients and avoid strong and harsh fragrances.

Ingredients:

1. A roll of thick paper towel
2. Leak-proof container
3. 2 Cup boiled or distilled water
4. 1 Tbsp baby shampoo or mild castile soap
5. 1-2 Tsp pure coconut/almond/olive oil.
6. 1 Tsp aloe vera gel (Optional)
7. 1 Tsp lavender essential oil (Optional)

Method:

Cut the roll of thick paper towel in half with a sharp serrated or butter knife. Make a boil to water of 2cup. Let it cool down.

Take a clean bowl or jar (wide opening), pour warm water, castile soap, oil and whisk it. Make sure soap and oil is perfectly blend with the water.

Grab an air tight container and place the paper towel inside the container. Pour the wipe solution evenly, cover it with lid and let it settle for few minutes. Solution will be absorb by paper towels.

Pull the wipe from the center of the roll. It should come out one by one.

Store these wipes in a cool place or refrigerate and do not left it open as homemade wipes dried out easily. If you are thinking to make multiple batches and store them like store-bought, then do not as homemade wipes may develop mold. Discard if, notice any odor or changing color. Always make fresh batch if, run out.

2. Sensitive Baby Wet Wipes

Baby with sensitive or extra sensitive skin, eczema or redness, you can use this recipe. It has natural soothing and calming ingredients.

Ingredients:

1. 1.5 Cup boiled or distilled water
2. 1/2 Cup chamomile tea
3. 1 Tsp aloe vera gel (Optional)
4. 1 Tbsp calendula infused oil

Method:

Boil 1/2 cup chamomile tea in a pan. Let it cool.

Take a bowl and mix all the mention ingredients together- calendula oil, aloe vera gel, water and chamomile tea. Whisk it well.

Place paper towel in an air tight jar or container and pour the mixture evenly. Seal the container and let it soak for few minutes. Wipes should come one by one.

Never use dried herbs while making wipes, use only brewed tea or finely ground oatmeal powder.)

3. Reusable Cloth Wipes

Cloth wipes is a good solution, if you want to avoid disposable one or run out of paper towel. Although it is eco friendly. It can be reused many times.

Ingredients:

1. Spray bottle
2. Fresh cotton muslin/bamboo cloth
3. Airtight storage box
4. 1/2 Cup boiled water
5. 1 Tbsp mild castile soap or shampoo
6. 1-2 Tsp coconut/almond/olive oil

Method:

Let’s make the solution by mixing warm water, mild soap or shampoo and oil of your choice. Blend it well and store it a bottle.

Order cotton muslin or bamboo cloth for wipes from amazon or cut a soft cotton cloth into 6×6 or 8×8 inch squares. Store them in a wipe container and pour the solution at the center. Let the cloth wipes rest in the solution.

Or

You can simply store the wipes solution in the spray bottle only. When in need, just spray the solution on the cloth to clean and then toss it into a laundry hamper.

If find any smell or change, do not use it and make a fresh batch. Keep a small leak proof bag or silicone pouch of prepared cloth wipes in the diaper bag for travel.

4. Face & Hand Homemade Baby Wipes

Cleaning the hands and face before and after the meal is important.

Ingredients:

1. Spray bottle
2. Muslin/Bamboo cloth
3. 1 Cup filter water or chamomile tea
4. 1 Tsp coconut/jojoba oil

Method:

Boil the water or chamomile tea and let it cool down completely. Now, mix the water/chamomile tea in a clean spray bottle.

Store the muslin/bamboo cloth in an air tight container. You can use paper towel or normal cloth as well.

Whenever you want to clean you baby’s hand, face or feet with homemade baby wipes, just spray the solution until damp not dripping, wipe them. This will prevent bacterial growth.

Top Wet Wipes Approved by Pediatrician in India

When parents are looking for convenience, they prefer to stick on trusted brands. Here are some recommended wipes:

• WaterWipes (DermaH2O)
• Mother Sparsh
• Mamaearth
• Sebamed
• Chicco
• Baby Forest

Other Brands

• Luvlap
• Himalaya
• Huggies
• Pampers

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Benefits of Homemade Baby Wipes

Making baby wipes at home can be easy and eco friendly. Moreover, you can control ingredients while making baby wet wipes. Here are the pros of going homemade:

Cost Efficient – Store bought wipes can be expensive, while many parents find homemade less costly. Homemade wipes can add up to big savings over plenty of diaper changes.

Eco Friendly – Go with the biodegradable ingredients like natural cloth or paper towel and plant based oils. This is how you can cut off to disposable or synthetic fabrics.

Gentle – These wipes are gentle to skin as you are using pure filtered water or soothing brews as a base. Homemade wipes let you skip chemicals and preservatives.

Customize – Homemade baby wipes can be customize according to the need. Want more moisturization? Add few drops of oil. Baby is having diaper rash. Use aloe vera gel or oatmeal.

Control – Homemade wipes let you choose what suits your baby’s skin. You can simply use natural ingredients and skip harsh chemicals.

Gentle Tips

• Whenever using any wipe, do not rub just wipe gently.
• Always do a patch test, when using any new product.
• Clean it from front to back on every diaper change.
• Let the skin breathe, even using perfect wipes or diaper.
• Homemade or store bought baby wipes can be used for face and hand cleaning. If baby has sensitive facial skin, you can dilute the solution with more water.
• Baby is having regular rash or eczema so, consult to your doctor. They will recommend specific baby wipes and rash or barrier cream.
• In the dry weather, you may need to add more oil or soap in the wipes.
• Discontinue the use, if find any odor or color changing.
• Refrigerate it for long shelf life.

Your baby’s skin is a precious canvas, paint it with simple or natural ingredients and make it nurture.