Best baby shampoo

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In this best baby shampoo comparison, you can find out what the Tell Me Baby community thinks are the top baby shampoos on the market.

Baby shampoo comparison chart

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Brand
Product name
RRP
Rating
Reviews
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$10.00
 
10

"This 2 in 1 Shampoo/Conditioner does exactly what it's supposed to do and smells great doing it!"

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$10.00
 
(10)

"This 2 in 1 Shampoo/Conditioner does exactly what it's supposed to do and smells great doing it!"

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$19.95
 
112

"Used this product for my newborn sons cradle cap and it was amazing!"

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$19.95
 
(112)

"Used this product for my newborn sons cradle cap and it was amazing!"

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$13.90
 
66

"This Shampoo is honestly the best shampoo i have ever used on my son, he had terrible Cradle Cap growing up and as a baby and this has he..

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$13.90
 
(66)

"This Shampoo is honestly the best shampoo i have ever used on my son, he had terrible Cradle Cap growing up and as a baby and this has he..

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51

"We received this product in our trial kit and let me tell you it’s amazing!!!"

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(51)

"We received this product in our trial kit and let me tell you it’s amazing!!!"

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$13.95
 
81

"It has the most divine but gentle scent and leaves the hair soft."

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$13.95
 
(81)

"It has the most divine but gentle scent and leaves the hair soft."

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$11.50
 
103

"This product is amazing. It lathers up really well. It doesn't hurt bubs eyes or irrate them at all."

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$11.50
 
(103)

"This product is amazing. It lathers up really well. It doesn't hurt bubs eyes or irrate them at all."

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$10.00
 
92

"This is perfect for quickly washing hair and body and getting all the chlorine off efficiently."

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$10.00
 
(92)

"This is perfect for quickly washing hair and body and getting all the chlorine off efficiently."

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How to choose a baby shampoo

If you are looking for the best shampoo for your baby, use the above baby shampoo comparison chart to search by:

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About baby’s scalp

There are a couple of things to consider when choosing a shampoo. First, baby’s don’t need their hair washed every day. Pregnancy Birth & Baby says, once or twice a week is enough. This is because babies’ scalps don’t produce a lot of oil at first and too much shampooing could dry your little one’s out. 

Choose a simple shampoo that is fragrance-free, that way; it’s less likely to irritate the scalp.

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Cradle cap

Cradle cap, also known as baby dandruff, is common in babies. It can appear on their scalp, eyebrows, ears or torso from birth up to 12 months. The Raising Children Network says, “Cradle cap happens if your baby’s skin makes too much oil (sebum).” The extra oil makes it hard for dead skin on the scalp to shed naturally, creating a build-up.

Massaging your baby’s scalp with oil or vaseline before bathing, and washing out with a gentle shampoo can help to gently remove the flaky skin – but don’t force it. Cradle cap usually clears on its own after a few months; however, if you are worried about your baby, see your GP. 

How to spot a natural shampoo 

Parents are becoming more aware of what they’re put on their baby’s skin, with many turning to natural alternatives. As a result, many skincare brands are producing products made from all-natural ingredients. But how do you know if the products are really all-natural?

The first step to check the ingredients list. With the help of Google, do some research into phthalates, parabens and fragrances, cross checking what you find with your list.

Images can play a part in verifying products too. For example, third-party certifications or seals are a great sign that you product is actually natural or organic.

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