Nursery

Baby wash

Mild baby washes and shampoos, with fragrance-free formulas and no unnecessary dyes.

An effective baby wash does not need strong perfume or abundant lather.  We prioritize gentle cleansing ingredients and assess preservatives as part of the complete formula.  Any essential oils are identified, and product directions—not a broad natural or gentle claim—determine the intended age and use.

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Babo Botanicals Sensitive Baby Fragrance-Free Shampoo & Wash — 16 fl oz Babo Botanicals Sensitive Baby Fragrance-Free Shampoo & Wash — 16 fl oz EWG VERIFIEDUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Fragrance-free and made for both hair and body, this wash pairs glycerin and shea butter with aloe and calendula.  Its EWG Verified formula gives parents an independent ingredient-screening reference, not a guarantee against skin reactions.  For babies 3 months and up, following the listing’s age guidance.  Keep it out of the eyes and rinse thoroughly. Materials: glycerin · shea butter · aloe vera · calendula $20.00★ 4.7 · 2,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Carina Organics Unscented Baby Shampoo & Body Wash — 250 mL Carina Organics Unscented Baby Shampoo & Body Wash — 250 mL Why we recommend it: This low-lather wash cleans a baby’s hair and skin without added scent.  Coconut-derived cleansers do the washing, while glycerin, olive oil and pumpkin seed oil help condition the skin.  Made in Canada, it includes several botanical extracts, so stop using it if irritation develops. Materials: capryl glucoside · coconut oil soap · glycerin · olive oil · pumpkin seed oil $20.99★ 4.7 · 100+ ratings View on Amazon
Earth Mama Simply Non-Scents Foaming Baby Wash — 6.27 fl oz Earth Mama Simply Non-Scents Foaming Baby Wash — 6.27 fl oz Why we recommend it: This ready-to-use foam cleans with coconut and olive oil soap, without added fragrance or essential oils.  Aloe, shea butter and glycerin round out the formula, which holds the National Eczema Association’s Seal of Acceptance.  Despite the baby label, the maker recommends it for the whole family.  It is not tear-free; keep lather away from eyes. Materials: coconut and olive oil soap · glycerin · aloe vera · shea butter $9.99★ 4.6 · 2,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Happy Cappy Daily Shampoo & Body Wash, Fragrance-Free, 8 fl oz Happy Cappy Daily Shampoo & Body Wash, Fragrance-Free, 8 fl oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This fragrance-free wash cleans hair and skin without sulfate cleansers or added dyes.  Glycerin and pro-vitamin B5 help retain moisture, while oat and licorice extracts round out a formula designed for dry, sensitive skin.  Suitable for children of all ages; this is the non-medicated Daily formula, not Happy Cappy's dandruff treatment. Materials: glycerin · pro-vitamin B5 · oat extract $12.98★ 4.6 · 2,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Mustela Organic Cleansing Gel with Olive Oil & Aloe — 13.52 fl oz Mustela Organic Cleansing Gel with Olive Oil & Aloe — 13.52 fl oz EWG VERIFIEDCOSMOS ORGANICECOCERT Why we recommend it: Made in France, this hair-and-body wash puts organic aloe juice first in the formula and adds glycerin and olive oil for a less drying cleanse.  There is no added perfume.  Ecocert COSMOS Organic certification provides a defined standard for its organic ingredients and production.  The pump dispenses a small amount for washing both hair and skin; rinse thoroughly afterward. Materials: aloe vera · glycerin · olive oil $20.50★ 4.6 · 800+ ratings View on Amazon
Mustela Stelatopia Fragrance-Free Cleansing Gel, 6.76 fl oz Mustela Stelatopia Fragrance-Free Cleansing Gel, 6.76 fl oz EWG VERIFIED Why we recommend it: For children whose skin feels dry after washing, this creamy cleanser combines glycerin with shea butter and avocado extract to help keep bath time comfortable.  It contains no added fragrance, and the exact formula is listed in the National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance directory.  Made in France; use on wet skin and rinse thoroughly.  It supports daily cleansing, not eczema treatment. Materials: shea butter · glycerin · avocado extract $16.99★ 4.6 · 3,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Vanicream Foaming Wash for Baby & Kids, Fragrance-Free, 8 fl oz Vanicream Foaming Wash for Baby & Kids, Fragrance-Free, 8 fl oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: A short, fragrance-free formula makes this foaming wash a useful option when scented products or essential oils irritate skin.  Plant-derived cleansers lift away everyday dirt, while glycerin and beta-glucan help support moisture.  Despite the baby label, the manufacturer recommends it for children of all ages, for both hair and body. Materials: glycerin · beta-glucan · plant-derived cleansers $10.79★ 4.6 · 400+ ratings View on Amazon
Goat Milk Stuff Purity Unscented Soap — 6 Months+, 4 Bars Goat Milk Stuff Purity Unscented Soap — 6 Months+, 4 Bars USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: For babies six months and older, the maker recommends Purity as a bath bar without added fragrance or color.  Its short recipe combines goat milk with soaps made from lard, coconut oil and sunflower oil.  It contains milk and pork-derived ingredients and is not tear-free; avoid the eyes and stop if irritation develops. Materials: goat milk · saponified lard · coconut oil soap · sunflower oil soap $26.50★ 4.5 · 1,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Oregon Soap Company Aloe & Calendula Baby Soap Bar, 3.75 oz Oregon Soap Company Aloe & Calendula Baby Soap Bar, 3.75 oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Aloe and calendula distinguish this unscented bar from Oregon Soap Company's plain soap, without adding a perfume or essential-oil blend to bath time.  It is made in Portland, and the maker identifies Oregon Tilth organic certification.  Lather in your hands before washing baby's skin, rinse well and keep it away from eyes: a simple soap recipe does not make it tear-free. Materials: plant-oil soap · aloe vera · calendula $7.00 View product

What we avoid

These are category-level exclusions when materials or treatments are disclosed.  Each product card explains why we recommend it and lists the disclosed materials.

Parabens Phthalates Synthetic fragrance Sulfates (SLS/SLES) Formaldehyde releasers