While the current cold snap across the UK makes us want to hide under our duvets until the first bank holiday of the year, if you're a parent, you'll know that getting outside for a walk will do both you and your little one some good. But with a baby's skin being extra delicate, losing moisture much more quickly than adults, making them prone to dryness and irritation, how can you ensure their skin is protected when you're out and about?
Along with a baby and toddler snowsuit or a babywearing coat to keep them cosy, a good balm can shield your child's skin from the elements, forming a protective barrier, as well as soothe sore skin from dribbling or teething. Reality TV star and mum-of-two, Ferne McCann, recently dubbed the 'Face The Day Stick' from Mum & You her 'hero product' on her Instagram, with many parents in the comments echoing her sentiments as a 'must-have' for autumn and winter.
Made with sunflower and coconut oils, beeswax and shea butter, the baby face balm stick is so easy to throw into your changing bag and apply to even the wriggliest of babies.
The Mum & You facecream stick is currently sold out, but you can sign up to be notified when it's back in stock. In the meantime, there are plenty of other baby face balms on the market which are designed to protect and nourish baby's skin, even one from our all-time favourite skincare brand, Weleda.
SHOP: Multi-Tasking Baby Face Balms To Beat The Cold
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Mum & You mumandyou.com
Help protect your baby's face from wind, dribble and drizzle with this balm. Sunflower and coconut oils, beeswax and shea butter form a barrier to protect your baby's face from the elements and soothe dry and sensitive skin. Sign up for back-in-stock email notifications via the website.
Mum & You review: "I bought this for my daughter due to walking to school in the rain/wind/bloody cold Scottish weather (builds character) and found a recommendation for this product. It smells AMAZING! I love using it, my daughter doesn't mind it going on and it leaves our skin lovely and soft too! Now using it for my baby with teething (this child has an absurd amount of drool) and it's honestly doing wonders for his drool rash. Bought the two-pack so I have one for the change bag and one for the house! I've been recommending it to all my mum friends with babies as it truly is a fab product!"
AmazonKokoso's skincare products come highly rated by our friends over at Mother&Baby, and this cream contains natural and organic ingredients to form a barrier on delicate skin. Available in fragrance-free or lavender and can also be used as a nappy balm.
Amazon review: "I bought this because I’d seen it on my targeted advertising on Instagram and was relieved a trusted retailer like Amazon were stocking it. I use it on my 5-month-old to relieve red cheeks from the outdoors and dribble rash from teething. It’s unscented and leaves a soft barrier on the skin. Her cheeks are soft and smooth with no rashes or outbreaks. I’m really happy to keep using this in my routine. It’s a great size for the nappy bag so comes out with it, too."
AmazonSuitable from birth onwards (and a great barrier cream for adults, too), Weleda Weather Protection Cream helps to protect your baby's skin from the effects of cold, wind and harsh weather.
Amazon review: "I love Weleda Calendula Weather Protection Cream for taking care of my baby's skin. It's my favourite for winter because it doesn't contain water. It spreads well, leaving a protective layer. My son has skin issues, and this cream handles dry patches effectively. Highly recommend for sensitive skin!"
Neal's Yardwww.nealsyardremedies.com
This allergy-certified balm helps to soften baby’s face, body and bottom with a soothing, nourishing botanical blend. A fragrance-free blend of soothing and nourishing shea butter and botanical oils, it’s perfect for delicate skin. Love this product? You can shop a three-pack for £28.80.
Neal's Yard review: "This product is lovely, [I] apply it daily and my little one's skin is healthy and beautiful... I have been known to use it myself too!"
Bootswww.boots.com
Founded by Rochelle Humes, My Little Coco's products are lovingly made to be the simplest and softest of formulas for your little one's delicate skin and hair. Enriched with nourishing organic coconut oil and scented with soft creamy coconut, My Little Coco's Everything Balm is a multi-purpose balm for newborns, babies and children. It's also dermatologically tested and paediatrician-approved.
Boots.com review: "I’d searched around for a product to help protect my toddler’s skin from the cold weather. A lot of products on the market sit on the skin and become itchy or are too thin and don’t moisture deep enough. This is the perfect texture. A lovely balm that melts into the skin effortlessly and has soothed my little one's skin perfectly. Highly recommend it as a barrier for winter or before swimming."
Featured Image Credit: Instagram/Ferne McCann
Jade Moscrop is the Commercial Content Editor for Grazia, specialising in lifestyle topics. When she’s not writing about beauty products, gym leggings and chic homeware items, she can usually be found on a hot girl walk, buying houseplants or listening to female-fronted rock bands.