What is zinc ointment? Zinc ointment has been around for decades and is a trusted skincare product used by young and old alike.Its primary active ingredient is zinc oxide — a mineral renowned for its protective, soothing and restorative properties. The power of zinc oxide Zinc oxide forms a soft, breathable layer on the skin…
Perfume – a beloved and criticised ingredient A lot is said and written about perfume. On the one hand, we love a care product because of its wonderful smell. A well-known example is, of course, the iconic yellow bottle. For some, the instantly recognisable “baby scent”. The result? It gets sprayed everywhere – on babies,…
Tips for Baby Colic Colic or stomach cramps are common in babies. These cramps are usually the result of the intestines maturing. The transition from having no food at all to processing food 6 to 10 times a day is quite an adjustment for your baby’s digestive system. The severity of the cramps varies from…
Your baby’s first bath The first time your baby takes a bath is always a bit exciting. Isn’t the water too hot? Isn’t my baby becoming very slippery? Will I let her/him slip out of my hands? Will the little one not get water in his mouth? All uncertainties that make perfect sense. Your baby…
Nappy Rash How to Get Rid of It? Nappy rash is a common skin condition in babies. Few children escape it. The severity can vary greatly, from a little redness to blisters and even open sores. Either way, it can be quite uncomfortable. But what exactly is diaper rash? Diaper rash is irritated skin in…
Hommage to Calendula Marigold is the provider of Calendula. An annual plant with a beautiful yellow-orange flower, which grows well in the Dutch garden. But besides being a beautiful garden flower, this plant has a lot more to offer. It has medicinal characteristics. These characteristics have been well known since the Middle Ages. How nice…
SOS! Nipples cracks. What to do? Nipples cracks: a painful phenomenon. Unfortunately, I speak from my own experience. Breastfeeding was something magical and soothing to me. Unfortunately, the cracks caused me so much pain I could not enjoy breastfeeding my baby… Nipples cracks can be so painful that some moms even decide to stop…
Everything you need to know about sunscreen Each year, the discussion starts again: which sun cream should you get? Should it be a cream, oil, pump or tube? With a mineral or synthetic filter? SPF 10, 15, 20, 30 or 50? Using it every hour or once a day? Waterproof or not? Everyone tells you…
The sun and her benefits In the previous blog we explored the dangers of too much exposure to the sun. But is that big ball pof light pure evil? Of course not. Personally, I get extremely happy when the sun starts shining, people around me are suddenly a lot friendlier and having the sun warming…
Finally, the days are getting longer and the sun is getting warmer. The first flowers pop up, the birds start singing and getting up and everyone’s a lot more cheerful. The dark and cold months after slowly left behind. And as true Dutchies, we go sunbathing at the first ray of sunshine. Nope, a full…
At Petit&Jolie we get a lot of questions about sensitive skin and eczema. A part of this sensitivity is caused by personal care products with harsh ingredients that cause dehydration and irritation. That’s exactly why products of Petit&Jolie are very gentle, effective and very suitable for sensitive skin. But did you know that not only…
Nature has beautiful things to offer. A sunny sky, snowy walks in the forest, pristine lakes… And sponges! Say what?! Yes, nature offers sponges of the finest quality. Specifically, the roots of the Amorphophallus Konjac do. The konjac plant is native to the warm areas of Japan, China and Indonesia. The plant consists of a…
Earlier we wrote a blog about the characteristics of and the difference between dry skin and eczema. No fun! The most important thing: what can you do about it? We have listed tips that should help you care for your baby’s skin. Do try this at home Take a shorter bath: limit bath time to…
At Petit&Jolie, we regularly get questions about dry skin and eczema. The skin does not look like it should, but the worst part is actually that it is so itchy. Very annoying! Especially when you try to explain to your baby that scratching it off limits. But what is eczema really and how do you…
After a wonderful summer nature is preparing for winter. The leaves change colors. The wind is starting to blow and the temperatures are going down. Yes, fall has started. As a result, our skin has to adjust, just like the skin of your kids. It has to get used to the differences in temperature, to…
Do you know what I really enjoy? Those delicious chubby baby legs. With rolls and folds. The older we get, the less happy we are with those chubby legs, but on a cute baby, I just love them. It’s just a well-nourished baby, right? A consequent of those chubby legs is that you have to…
When I think of bacteria, I immediately think of a big nasty stain on the wall or counter. I start itching and scratching right away. Sounds familiar? You can imagine I am open for everything to get rid of all that the (invisible) nastiness. Because bacteria are dirty, and we don’t need no dirty in…
The mysterious rise of washable diapers Yes, you read that right. Washable diapers are on the rise. I know what you’re thinking. You’re disgusted by the thought of throwing a poopy diaper in the washing machine together with your other clothes. I totally understand that. My first experience with a washable diaper was when I…
Crude oil in baby care products Do skincare products for babies contain crude oil? Really? That can’t be true! Unfortunately, it is the truth. No, the product does not actually contain the exact black stuff. But it is actually used as a base for ingredients in personal care products. And they don’t leave personal care…
The skin of your baby – how to take good care of it The moment you see your little one, you know. Your baby is the most beautiful, precious creature in the world, including wrinkled skin and white substance on it. This white layer is called ‘vernix caseosa’ and protects the baby from all micro-organism…
We regularly get the question if anti stretch marks oil is really needed. If you ask us, yes, it is really needed to take care of your skin during your pregnancy. Your body and skin are changing and this means extra care and love. But what are stretch mark? Stretch marks are line-shaped skin disorders.…
Baby Massage is becoming increasingly popular and we understand that. There are so many benefits and of course a lot of fun to do babymassage. Please, let us tell why we like babymassage so much. Why baby massage? In the first place is baby massage a great way to get in contact with your baby.…
Onlangs zag ik een foto op Instagram. Hierop waren allerlei cadeau’s zichtbaar die de kersverse moeder tijdens haar babyshower had gekregen. Tot mijn grote verbazing stonden daar wel een stuk of 15 verzorgingsproducten voor kindjes die naar mijn idee onterecht populair zijn. Voor nu noem ik…