It is true babies don’t come with a manual, but we are here to help take the guesswork out of one area: baby hair-care and infant hair products.
Like so many things about a newborn, from size and weight to tiny temperament and sleeping habits, baby hair (or lack thereof) can vary from one infant to the next. Whether your baby is born bald or with plenty to brush on top like the kids from The Selva Family, try not to get too attached to the lovable look. Their hair will very likely change during the first year and perhaps even beyond. That said, don’t let those tiny strands stress you out, because we’ve combed through the baby hair-care tips and infant hair products that are sure to keep your bundle of joy’s beautiful hairstyle, whatever it may be, healthy through this transition.
From Bountiful to Bald … and Back Again
Besides gender, one of the first things a parent is likely to share with excited family and friends is a newborn’s weight, length … and details about that soft baby hair (or, perhaps, cute bald head).
If baby’s head is blessed with hair, they’ll probably start to shed it during the first six months, at which point they will begin to grow “real” hair that will likely stick around. So while it may be a surprise that baby arrived with one hair color, their locks may look and feel different by the time their first birthday rolls around.
Another reason for baby’s hair loss? Since an infant who cannot sit up or roll over will spend a lot of time on their back, the constant rubbing of their little head on the crib mattress, bouncer or rocker and car seat can lead to a bald spot, especially in the back of the head. If you notice baby favors one side when they're lying down, try to change their position so their head doesn’t go bald and flatten there, too. Bare spots will likely disappear when they're a bit older and start to spend more time upright.
Baby Hair-Care Tips
Whatever baby’s locks look like, they will be finer and more fragile than yours, so use these trusted baby hair care products to keep hair healthy, strong, and cared for:
Best moisturizing shampoo for natural hair
Sulfate-Free Shampoo: CRISAN Free Extreme Hair Strengthening Shampoo
Depending on Size, Prices Start at $24.99
Our CRISAN Free: Extreme Hair Strengthening Shampoo is a non-toxic, gentle, plant-based shampoo that is safe and gentle enough to use daily if desired.
Over-flowing with some of nature's most antioxidant-rich ingredients, this incredible formulation will fill your scalp with essential nutrients and the protectant properties of 55 essential hair oils that are known for their ability to strengthen hair while nourishing and stimulating the follicle. This gentle formulation is powerful enough to rid the scalp of troubling sebum build-up, dirt, and oily residue but gentle enough to maintain a healthy scalp balance. Let us help you take extremely good care of your hair with the CRISAN: Free Extreme Hair Strengthening Shampoo by CRISAN Beauty.
If baby has extreme flakiness, sebum buildup, or is prone to oily hair, please use the Golden Label CRISAN Extreme Hair Strengthening Shampoo Instead (Found Here)
Best moisturizing conditioners for natural hair
PINK LABEL - CRISAN Free: Extreme Hair Strengthening Conditioner
Depending on Size, Prices Start at $24.99Our CRISAN Free: Extreme Hair Strengthening Conditioner is a non-toxic, gentle, plant-based conditioner that is safe and gentle enough to use on even the smallest family member. Over-flowing with some of nature's most antioxidant-rich ingredients, this incredible formulation will fill your scalp with essential nutrients and the protectant properties of 55 essential hair oils that are known for their ability to strengthen hair while nourishing and stimulating the follicle.
For easier detangling after shampooing, apply and rinse out. For a restorative treatment, apply and leave in all day or for a desired length of time. Perfect for transitioning to natural styles. Let us help you take extremely good care of your hair with the CRISAN: Free Extreme Hair Strengthening Conditioner by CRISAN Beauty.