Why children’s skin needs gentle skincare
Children’s skin rarely needs a fixed skincare routine. For most children, the most important thing is to protect the skin from the sun during spring and summer and, if needed, provide a little extra care when cold weather and wind challenge the skin during autumn and winter. When skincare is needed, gentle formulations and simple routines are often the best choice.
Should children use face cream?
It is actually quite simple: children do not need face cream. Children’s skin often thrives just as it is, which is why sun protection and, when needed, protection from cold weather are the most important considerations during the summer and winter months. Mommy & Me, Kids Sun Lotion SPF 30, Kids Sun Lotion SPF 50, Sun Balm SPF 50 and Sun Stick SPF 50 are therefore the only products you need to consider for your child.
Some children with very sensitive and/or dry skin may benefit from daily moisturizing and nourishing care. This is exactly why Mommy & Me was created – to care for and hydrate delicate skin with a nourishing, fragrance-free formula.
Cream for babies and children – nourishing hydration for sensitive skin
Mommy & Me is developed for the whole family and can be used by babies, children and adults alike. It hydrates, nourishes and cares for the skin and is easy to keep on hand as the family’s shared cream. As both a baby lotion and baby cream, it is a simple choice for everyday care whenever the skin needs moisture.
Mommy & Me is also a versatile multi-purpose product with many uses beyond moisturizing the body:
- Red and irritated baby bottoms: Gentle care for nappy rash and irritation on your baby’s delicate skin.
- As a protective balm for delicate baby and children’s cheeks in cold weather.
- Cleaning behind your baby’s ears: Apply the balm to a cotton bud to gently cleanse behind your baby’s ears.
- Cradle cap: Can be used to help loosen cradle cap on your baby’s scalp.
- Baby massage.
- Dry patches: Apply the moisturizing balm to any small or large dry area of skin.
- Sore nipples: Provides effective care and protection for sore nipples and does not need to be washed off before breastfeeding.
- The growing belly: Keeps the skin nourished, soft and hydrated during and after pregnancy.
- Caesarean section scars: Provides soothing nourishment for your C-section scar.
Sunscreen for children – protecting sensitive skin in the sun
Sun protection is an important part of skincare for children, as their skin is more vulnerable to UV rays. A sunscreen for children should offer high SPF protection, which is why our products for children are available with SPF 30 and SPF 50.
Kids Sun Lotion SPF 30 and Kids Sun Lotion SPF 50 are developed to provide gentle protection for children’s skin. The moisturizing lotion is easy to apply and does not feel greasy, leave a white cast or become sticky, allowing little ones to get back to playing and exploring.
Sun Balm SPF 50 is ideal for extra exposed areas such as cheeks, lips, nose and shoulders, but can also be used on the entire face and body. Many parents of children who are not particularly fond of sunscreen choose Sun Balm SPF 50 because its silky-soft texture and water-free formula melt into the skin without the cool sensation often associated with lotions.
Sun Stick SPF 50 is practical for small areas and easy to bring on the go. Many children can carry it in their bag and apply it themselves.
What should you look for when choosing skincare for children?
When choosing skincare for children, it is a good idea to focus on gentle, skin-friendly formulations developed with sensitive skin in mind. Most children do not need many products. Sun protection during sunny months and a nourishing cream for periods when the skin feels dry or exposed to wind and cold will often be sufficient.
Things to look for:
- The Nordic Swan Ecolabel and other recognized certifications
- Fragrance-free formulations
The Nordic Swan Ecolabel is a useful guide when choosing skincare for children. The certification sets strict requirements for both ingredients and environmental considerations, making it easier to choose products developed with care for children, adults and nature alike.
The Danish Environmental Protection Agency also recommends fragrance-free products for children. Besides, products specifically developed for children must be fragrance-free to qualify for the Nordic Swan Ecolabel.
Certified skincare from Rudolph Care
Rudolph Care develops skincare for the whole family, focusing on thoughtfully formulated products, low levels of preservatives and certified products that take both human and environmental health into consideration.
At Rudolph Care, certifications play a central role in our approach to skincare. The Nordic Swan Ecolabel and Ecocert COSMOS Organic certification serve as important benchmarks in product development. The Nordic Swan Ecolabel sets requirements for the product’s entire life cycle, from ingredients and quality to packaging and recyclability. Ecocert COSMOS Organic focuses, among other things, on ingredient sourcing, cultivation methods and the percentage of organic ingredients in each product.
These certifications are more than just labels. They are active tools in our development process, helping to ensure that our products meet high standards for both health and environmental responsibility while supporting a thoughtful approach to formulation and ingredient selection.
For Rudolph Care, skincare is about balance. Our products are developed with respect for the skin’s needs while striving to leave as responsible a footprint on the world around us as possible. We want to see results on the skin. Softer lines and radiant glow. But never at the expense of human or environmental health. That is why we take great care in developing and communicating the products we are proud to offer.
Rudolph Care’s skincare for children is developed with a particular focus on simple care, hydration and protection for everyday moments when the skin needs something different from more active or fragranced products designed for adults.
When children reach their teenage years, their skin may develop different needs than those described on this page. You can read more about Rudolph Care’s approach to young skin here.
FAQ
How old should you be to use skincare?
Skincare can be used from an early age if there is a need for it. This is important to emphasise. Many children do not need skincare, and for many, sun protection will be the only product they require.
Which cream should I use for childhood eczema?
If your child has eczema, you should always seek advice from a healthcare professional or doctor.
Is SPF 30 enough for children?
SPF 30 can be sufficient in many situations, but SPF 50 is often recommended for children, especially when the sun is strong or the skin is highly exposed.
When should children apply sunscreen?
Children should apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going out into the sun (help your child apply it for optimal protection). It is important to reapply frequently throughout the day and always after swimming, sweating or towel drying.
Is retinol good for children?
Children do not need active skincare products or routines that specifically target the skin’s appearance or visible results. Their skin benefits most from being left in balance and protected through simple measures such as sun protection, applied by adults, and gentle protection during cold and windy weather when needed. Skincare for children is first and foremost about care and protection, not active ingredients such as retinol.