11 Benefits Of Using Bamboo Wipes
4 May 2022 | 4 min Read
Reema Shah
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Bamboo wipes are one of the latest choices for eco-conscious parents. Using bamboo wipes has several benefits including being safe and gentle for use on the baby’s skin.
Read on to know more about these safe baby wipes and why you should start using them on your baby’s delicate skin.
What Is A Bamboo Baby Wipe?
These are soft sheets made of bamboo obtained naturally and used to wipe the baby’s body parts to maintain hygiene. They are commonly used before changing the baby’s diapers and can be easily carried when travelling as well. The organic bamboo wipes are safe to use on the face as well.
Unlike other baby wipes found in the market, bamboo wipes are biodegradable and extra strong.
Why do you Need Safe Baby Wipes?
Some baby wipes contain chlorine, alcohol, fragrance, parabens and other harmful chemicals which are not safe for the baby. Babies have skin that has a natural pH balance and the toxins and chemicals along with dirt from soiled diapers can increase the pH, making the skin more susceptible to irritants that cause rash. Therefore it is important to use wipes that are especially made for babies. While most baby wipes claim to be nontoxic, it is always safer to use wipes that are organic like bamboo wipes for extra safety.
11 Benefits Of Using Bamboo Wipes
1. Ultra Soft Fabric
Bamboo wipes are 100% organic, softer and thus are gentler for the baby’s skin. The softness prevents irritation to the skin as well.
2. Free of Harmful Chemicals
Since bamboo wipes are free of harmful chemicals like chlorine which are used in cotton diapers to bleach them, they are safe to use for babies.
Other harmful chemicals found in most wipes include bronopol, parabens, phenoxyethanol and phthalates which can interfere with the baby’s hormones and are irritants to the baby’s skin. They can worsen a baby rash and hence should be avoided.
3. 100% Biodegradable
Since bamboo wipes are free of any harmful chemicals, they do not leak any harmful chemicals or toxins into the soil when they decompose. They also decompose quickly and naturally making it safe for the environment. While conventional diapers take 500 days to decompose, the bamboo used in disposable diapers takes only 180 days to decompose.
4. Prevent Allergies
Bamboo fibres are hypoallergenic and antimicrobial in nature. Hence, they are antiseptic and make a safer choice.
5. Suitable for Sensitive Skin
Baby’s skin is more sensitive than adult skin and prone to skin infections. Bamboo wipes have antibacterial properties which make them skin-friendly and prevent any allergic reactions.
6. Powerfully Insulating
Bamboo fibres are thermoregulatory, meaning that they are warm during the winters and cool during the summers. Hence, they are perfect for all weather conditions.
7. Absorbs Moisture Quickly
Bamboo is more absorbent than cotton making it not just a highly breathable fabric but it also helps absorb moisture from the skin quickly and hence helps in keeping the baby’s skin dry.
8. Antibacterial and Deodorising Properties
Bamboo has natural antibacterial and deodorising properties and helps to eliminate or reduce odor-causing bacteria.
9. Durable
This is important because most wipes tear apart quickly while cleaning up the mess. Bamboo wipes are durable and strong.
10. Bamboo Farming Causes Less Harm
Unlike cotton farming which requires more water to grow and needs more fertilisers, bamboo does not require false irrigation or pesticides. They grow quickly and hence are good for the environmental cycle too.
They also are one of the best at absorbing carbon dioxide from the planet and take 30% more carbon dioxide compared to other plants. Hence they help in reducing the carbon footprint.
11. Keeps Baby’s Skin Hydrated
The breathable fabric cleans the baby’s skin without drying it. As the material is super soft and absorbent, it also keeps the baby’s skin hydrated. Hence, a well-hydrated skin also prevents rashes which is a common skin condition for babies.
Switch to bamboo baby wipes now not just for your baby’s safety but for the safety of the environment as well.
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