In discussions of cosmetics, there are often reviews of children's face cream for an adult, and opinions differ radically. Some prove that their skin has become much healthier and better after using such products. Others say that after using such products they experienced numerous breakouts, comedones and dry skin. Why does this happen? After all, products for children a priori cannot cause harm, since they are developed for infants and contain only healthy ingredients, no parabens or dyes. How effective is such a product for adults? Is it possible to make it a universal skin care product? What are its positive and negative sides? The most interesting thing is what do cosmetologists think about such creams? But first things first.
Why is baby cream good for adults?
Many adults, especially women, prefer children's cosmetics for their skin. They are captivated by the fact that the composition contains natural ingredients and such products are hypoallergenic. In fact, baby cream has many more advantages:
- They are cheaper than classic products, much more economical, they can be used both for the face and body;
- do not contain harmful chemicals, parabens, synthetic dyes and fragrances, which means they are suitable for even the most delicate and sensitive skin;
- perfectly protect from adverse weather conditions - frost, wind;
- have different degrees of fat content, so owners of any type can choose a product according to their needs.
Important! Children's products traditionally contain many natural valuable ingredients and vitamins; they not only nourish and protect, but also accelerate the healing process and eliminate skin irritations.
Is it worth trying?
Before you get acquainted with children's cosmetics in person, you need to figure out why you need it. It’s one thing if after washing your skin is too dry and your favorite moisturizer has run out. But the situation is completely different if you want to find the ideal product for constant use. All baby creams differ in their purpose - this fact should be taken into account when choosing a specific tube. They suit some people, but not others. But even if you manage to find “your” remedy, you shouldn’t expect miracles from it. Using a children's cream for an adult's face, it is pointless to dream of rejuvenation for several decades. It is important to remember that any cosmetics are created to solve certain problems. For rejuvenation - an anti-wrinkle cream, against acne - a cleansing one, and a moisturizing one will help cope with dryness. But if you like to experiment, you can try the baby lines for yourself.
Contraindications for use
Unfortunately, despite the obvious advantages, such products are not always suitable for use by adults. The reason is that the skin of children is very different from the skin of their parents and grandparents. Some components that benefit the baby can greatly harm their mothers and fathers. But that's not all, there are some features you need to know about:
- sometimes the product smoothes out symptoms, but does not solve problems;
- on the skin of an adult it forms a kind of protective film that will prevent it from “breathing” and will contribute to the disruption of metabolic processes;
- For those with an oily type, such products are contraindicated, as they can seriously worsen the condition of the skin and lead to numerous inflammations.
Important! In children's skin, metabolic processes and cell division occur very quickly, but in adults they proceed much more slowly. Baby cream will further slow down air exchange, as well as exfoliate dead cells. The condition of the skin will gradually deteriorate.
Folk recipes
Using baby cream as a base, you can prepare a wide variety of facial care products. The easiest way to improve any mass-produced cosmetics is to add essential oil to it. Choose any to your taste, the most useful are: from grape seeds, avocado, wheat sprouts, almonds, jojoba. Olive or flaxseed oil also has a positive effect on the skin. Children's face cream for an adult will not help against acne, but with properly selected additives it can refresh the skin. Buy vitamins in the form of oil or special solutions at the pharmacy. Follow the dosage - a few drops are enough for a whole jar of cream. Fish oil capsules are also a good option. Do not be afraid of an unpleasant odor - in small quantities it will not be noticeable in the finished product. When using vitamins and nutritional supplements, skin reactions vary from person to person. Try introducing different components and observe the effect they produce.
Reviews of the most popular baby creams
Below are brief descriptions and consumer reviews of the best baby creams.
Tick tock
One of the most popular baby skin care creams. Perfectly copes with dryness, feeling of tightness, irritation. Good for chapping and frostbite. Contains plant extracts, lanolin, beeswax. The cream has a light texture, applies well and is easily absorbed. Does not contain parabens and dyes.
Marina, Moscow: “After the birth of my son, something strange began to happen to my skin. She went from normal to dry and wildly sensitive, and had to completely abandon her usual care. I’ve been using Tic-Tac for my baby since birth, and then I decided to try the cream on myself. I really liked the result: the feeling of tightness went away, the skin became nourished and soft. For now I’m going to use this product, although I’ve heard a lot that children’s cosmetics are not suitable for adults.”
Anastasia, Belgorod: “During pregnancy, I switched to using baby cosmetics, as they are safe and cannot harm. After the birth of the child, the habit remained; I really love Tik-Tak. I smear my face with baby cream in the morning and evening, and I also like to use it on my body. For 2 years, no negative reactions have appeared, the skin is moisturized and velvety, pleasant to touch.”
Bubchen
The German-made product is one of the most expensive products for children. The high price is justified by the quality: the product copes well with irritation and diaper rash after using a diaper. It contains valuable oils and beeswax.
Evgenia, St. Petersburg: “I have always bought products from this company for my child, including this one. The product is excellent, irritation from the diapers went away quickly, there were no negative reactions. I decided to try this product on myself, since my skin had become quite sensitive and it was difficult to find normal care. The cream turned out to be too greasy for me; there was a feeling of an indelible greasy film on my face. I tried to make friends with him several times, but apparently this is not my product.”
Alexandra, Irkutsk: “As usually happens, I bought the cream for my daughter, and then I became addicted to it myself. I’ve been using it for several years now, it perfectly moisturizes and protects, and there’s no greasy shine or clogged pores from it. It is especially good for the winter and as a night remedy. So before listening to horror stories, it’s better to try using children’s products yourself and decide for yourself whether you need it or not.”
Liberty
A universal product that can be used by both children and adults. It helps well in many situations, has a delicate and comfortable texture. Contains lanolin, vitamin A, chamomile extract and menthol.
Alina, Kaluga: “My sister first started using this product; she has very dry skin. She is absolutely delighted, so I decided to try it. This cream completely clogged my pores, my skin became dry, my complexion worsened. But this did not happen immediately; at first the effect was very good. I was at an appointment with a cosmetologist, she just shook her head and said that children's cream is specifically for children. Adult skin has different needs. So now I’m treating my face and I’m afraid to even look in the direction of children’s products.”
Svetlana, Tambov: “Initially I bought this product to use on my hands. But then it became interesting, how would it work for the face? Honestly, it would be better if I didn’t try. The cream lies on the face like a greasy film, giving the impression of a frozen mask. After applying it I barely washed it off. I no longer feel the urge to use baby products on my face.”
I myself
This product is specially designed for infants and contains components such as soybean oil, fir and emulsion wax. The cream protects delicate skin from aggressive environmental influences, perfectly fights peeling, and has wound-healing and nourishing properties.
Tatyana, Krasnoyarsk: “The entire female half of our family uses this cream. Excellent product, perfectly softens and moisturizes the skin. It has never caused breakouts and does not clog pores. Saves you in the cold, your face is under reliable protection. The cream is truly universal: I use it for both face and body. The price-quality ratio is also good. I recommend!"
Svetlana, Samara: “At some point, my facial skin became capricious, and I decided to switch to baby cream. I was guided by the following consideration: since it is for children, it means that such a product cannot, by definition, cause harm. Oh, how wrong I was! The cream completely clogged my pores and caused several painful rashes. But it worked great on my arms and legs. So for the face – no, no, but for the body – super!”
Chanterelle
A children's care product that is also suitable for adults. Soothes, softens, restores the water-lipid balance of the skin, has a wound-healing effect, and fights irritations. The composition includes sunflower and eucalyptus oils, chamomile, lanolin and vitamin A.
Nadezhda, Chelyabinsk: “I have been buying this cream for a long time for my son, my child’s skin likes it. I tried to make friends with this product myself, but it didn’t work out. The cream is too greasy for me, after application it takes about 10 minutes and I start to shine. The cream does not clog pores and does not cause acne. But I can't use it normally. So as a children’s product – yes, but as a replacement for a day cream – absolutely not.”
Polina, Omsk: “I have been using this cream as a nighttime skincare product for a long time. I really like the result: in the morning the skin is rested, fresh and smooth. My skin is normal, while using the cream its condition did not worsen, but even got better. So I definitely recommend trying the cream, since it’s inexpensive.”
rosy cheeks
The cream is positioned as a product that protects the skin from chapping and frostbite. The composition is rich in oils, plant extracts, and contains beeswax. Recommended for use by both adults and children.
Alla, Krasnodar: “I don’t use this product as a full-fledged replacement for traditional cream, but in winter, when doing active sports, it turned out to be invaluable! The face did not become chapped, and upon arriving home there were no unpleasant sensations or irritation. I advise you to use baby cream as a sos-remedy if there is severe frost and wind outside, it will perfectly protect your face. At the same time, the cream is not very greasy, I think combination skin will like it"
Irina, Rostov-on-Don: “The cream was purchased for a child with the onset of cold weather. I tried it myself and didn’t like it. First of all, the fragrance is terrible for me. Secondly, the cream is not completely absorbed and lies like a film, it is quite difficult to wash it off the face. For children - an excellent remedy, for adults - look for something else."
How to choose?
It is recommended to buy baby cream at a pharmacy or a trusted specialty store. You can choose by consistency. The drier the skin, the more oily it needs. If a greasy sheen appears after application, this product is not suitable for you. It is a common misconception that all baby creams are greasy. This is not true; if you wish, you can find a formula suitable for any skin type, even in summer. Children's face cream for adults "Tick-tock" is suitable even with increased oil content. Thanks to its light texture, it is quickly absorbed and allows the skin to breathe. Fatty formulations are best applied at night or used several times a week as a basis for nourishing masks.
Reviews from cosmetologists about the use of children's creams for adult skin
It’s especially interesting what cosmetologists say about using baby cream as a regular care product. Below are the opinions of experts.
Kolomoitseva E.N., Moscow: “Many women consider baby cream to be an excellent skin care product that only brings benefits and cannot harm. Unfortunately, this is not entirely true. Children's products are developed based on the needs of children's skin, which requires constant protection. Baby cells divide at lightning speed, so a protective barrier on the skin simply does not have time to form. Cream for babies contains lanolin - a natural ingredient that creates a protective film on the skin and protects it from aggressive environmental influences. Lanolin only harms adults, since skin cells divide more slowly, and the film that forms on the surface interferes with metabolic processes in the skin. The result is a dull complexion, a feeling of dryness and flaking. Therefore, it is better to choose the optimal day and night creams, and use children’s products only for children.”
Zharkova V.A., St. Petersburg: “We must remember that the classic recipe for baby cream was developed more than half a century ago. Since then, cosmetology has stepped far forward and can offer women products to meet the needs of the most capricious skin. Many people are captivated by the natural composition of the products, but we must remember that the skin of adults does not need the same protection as the skin of children. With active use of baby cream, you are very likely to get dehydration, dull complexion, clogged pores and constant inflammation. It is allowed to use baby cream in winter to protect the skin from frost and wind. In this case, you should give preference to modern developments and products with a light texture. The main thing is not to use such a cream on a regular basis. This is more of a sos-remedy than a full-fledged care.”
Thus, children's products should only be used for children; adults should exercise some caution and not include such products in their daily care.
What should be included
The main function of winter creams is protection. In the cold season, the use of creams against flaking of the skin also occurs. Accordingly, the main active ingredient in the composition should be wax (beeswax). In addition, the composition should contain natural oils (coconut, olive), panthenol, dexpanthenol. They actively fight inflammation and have a healing effect on the child’s sensitive dermis.
The composition of Winter Care from Vitex is described here.
In addition to the products presented, the following can be added to the cream:
- pharmaceutical chamomile extract, which has a beneficial effect on the baby’s skin without causing an allergic reaction;
- zinc oxide is actively involved in tissue regeneration processes;
- dill extract (fennel) enhances the healing functions of other elements in the cream;
- calendula has an anti-inflammatory effect;
- Mink fat allows you to quickly deal with wounds and other damage to the children's dermis.
The composition of winter creams is radically different from those used in the hot season.
