Lipikar oil for bathing babies. Price, reviews

Lipikar range of products for sensitive baby skin is produced by the French brand La Roche-Posay, which features which is cooperation with dermatologists at all stages of production, from development formulas. The effective concentration of valuable ingredients in the bathing oil helps to gently cleanse and restore baby's delicate skin.

Oil release form Lipikar

Bathing oil is available in 3 volumes:

• 200 ml.
• 400 ml.
• 750 ml.

The packaging is a cylindrical tube made of transparent plastic. The material is durable and does not deform when pressed. There is a transparent sticker on the front side, where the name and purpose of the product are indicated in English and French.

On the front side there is also information about the amount of the product in the package and the place of manufacture. The reverse side contains detailed information about the composition of the product, active ingredients and the principles of their action. The instructions on the label describe the recommendations and possible uses of the oil. Once opened, the contents must be used within 6 months.

The 200 ml bottle is equipped with a white flip-top plastic snap-off cap. Larger bottles are equipped with a pump dispenser. The consistency of the product is oily gel, of medium density. The color of the content is transparent with a slightly yellowish tinge. On contact with water, the oil transforms into a delicate foam. Especially well the butter is whipped into the foam with a washcloth. The smell of the oil is quite pronounced and has a herbaceous aroma with notes of pine needles. After bathing and drying the skin, the fragrance disappears.

Oil composition

Lipikar is a bathing oil, the price of which for a minimum volume of 200 ml exceeds 1000 rubles. It has a hypoallergenic composition. The balanced composition of the oil is suitable for the care of the delicate skin of babies, very dry and prone to atopy. All components of the composition are completely safe or have a low hazard factor and are not capable of harming the delicate skin of a baby.

The uniqueness of this brand oil lies in the patented Aqua Posae Filiformis component with lysate of the bacterium Vitreoscilla Filiformis grown in La Roche-Posay thermal water, enriched Selenium. Components such as soap, parabens, ethyl alcohol, which can irritate the baby's skin and exacerbate the disease, are absent. A complete list of oil components with a description of their purpose is given in the table.

Component	Origin	Appointment
Water / Aqua	natural	It contains La Roche-Posay thermal water, which has soothing and antioxidant properties, protecting skin cells from negative environmental influences. The highly concentrated composition relieves irritation, inflammation, and reduces redness. Thermal water normalizes the pH of the skin.
Glycerin	different sources	This component provides: fast emollient action for dry and flaky skin; protective; moisturizing; moisture retention effect. Also used as a solvent and viscosity regulator.
Sucrose	different sources	Sucrose is a safe ingredient. In the composition, it is used as an ingredient that prevents the evaporation of moisture from the finished product, and to give a more gel-like consistency to the product.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate	synthetic	It is a foaming agent. This component improves the viscosity of the product.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine	different sources	A mild foaming agent that does not irritate the skin. It has a conditioning and antistatic effect.
Sodium Chloride	natural	This component is used in formulations as a weak antiseptic, thickener and viscosity stabilizer.
Citric Acid	natural	The main functions of citric acid in skin care formulations are: cleansing and removal of dead cells; normalization of the pH level; anti-inflammatory action; antioxidant effect; lightening age spots.
Niacinamide	different sources	Vitamin B3 in the composition has a calming, moisturizing effect. This component helps to increase the elasticity of the skin, restore the barrier, thereby improving the protective functions of the skin, and slow down the natural process of moisture loss. It is part of the care products for sensitive skin.
Fragrance (Parfum)	different sources	perfume
PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides	different sources	Complex polymer ester with vegetable oil from the seeds of the shea tree is a lipid-replenishing component, helps to reduce dryness, eliminate the feeling of skin tightness.
Polysorbate 20	synthetic	The component is used in skin care products, improves glide and has a softening effect.
PPG-5-Ceteth-20	synthetic	It is a safe component. Used in skin and hair cleansers, it has a conditioning and antistatic effect.
Sodium Benzoate	different sources	Preservative component with antifungal and antiseptic action.
Sodium Hydroxide	natural	Alkali regulates the pH level and has exfoliating properties.
Vitreoscilla ferment	Bacterial lysate grown in La Roche-Posay thermal water is part of the unique patented complex of this product. The action of this component is aimed at restoring the skin microbiome and restoring, strengthening the protective barrier of the skin.

Properties and mechanism of action

Lipikar is a bathing oil, the price of which is due to the high quality of the components of the composition. It is a hypoallergenic product.

Basic properties:

• the product delicately cleanses the delicate baby skin;
• has good lathering performance compared to similar atopic skin care products;
• protects the skin from drying out caused by the action of hard water; when added to a bathtub, it will soften hard water;
• replenishes lipids necessary to strengthen the protective barrier of the skin, the deficiency of which is experienced by skin prone to atopic dermatitis;
• moisturizes, reduces dryness and eliminates the feeling of tightness;
• restores the skin microbiome, normalizing the balance of beneficial bacteria living on the skin;
• reduces the frequency of exacerbations of atopic dermatitis;
• relieves itching, irritation at the stage of cleansing.

  

Bathing oil Lipikar contains valuable components that can restore, make the skin soft and moisturized after 1 application. A patented component is responsible for restoring the skin microbiome and strengthening its protective functions Aqua Posae Filiformis with Vitreoscilla Filiformis lysate grown in La thermal water Roche-Posay. The thermal water used in the composition is enriched with selenium.

Selenium has a beneficial effect on sensitive skin prone to irritation, soothing it, restoring a feeling of comfort. The fatty acids of Shea Butter (Shea) in the composition produce an intense lipid-replenishing, softening, moisturizing effect, and significantly improve the condition of baby's dry skin. Niacinamide soothes the skin, relieves the feeling of tightness. After taking a bath with the addition of this oil, the baby's skin becomes soft, silky and moisturized.

Indications for the use of oil for bathing newborns

Lipikar - bathing oil, the price of which is quite high, is indicated for use for newborns with very dry and prone to atopic dermatitis skin. With this disease, the skin is depleted in lipids, the replenishment of which is one of the main tasks of the product formula.

Atopic skin by its nature is most vulnerable to allergens penetrating through the protective layer, irritants, which in turn cause itching and irritation. Soap, hard water, and a sponge can provoke the manifestation of the disease. With proper care, this disease gradually disappears by the age of 5 years. A few drops of oil will help soften water, relieve or prevent irritation.

Safe formulation without aggressive cleaning agents:

• gently cleanses the baby's skin;
• restores the protective barrier;
• relieves irritation.

The oil is suitable for use even in the acute stage.

The oil is also suitable for cleansing the hair and scalp of a child. The product does not irritate the eyes. Shampooing with this oil is recommended by the manufacturer to eliminate seborrheic crusts.

Contraindications

Contraindication to use is individual intolerance to the components. To avoid negative reactions on the sensitive skin of the infant, you should consult with pediatrician and pre-test the product or start with a lower dose than the manufacturer's recommended dose for 1 bathing. In case of deterioration of the skin condition, exacerbation of the disease, the appearance of irritation, you should stop using the oil and seek the advice of a pediatrician or dermatologist.

At what age can bathing oil be used?

The product is hypoallergenic and approved for use from the first days of a baby's life. The oil is tested under the control of dermatologists and pediatricians, and does not contain ingredients that are dangerous for the delicate skin of newborns. The product has also been tested in maternity hospitals, and was recognized as one of the most suitable for caring for babies from the 1st day of life.

Instructions for use, dose calculation for 1 bath

For 1 bathing procedure, 3-5 caps of oil are added to a standard baby bath during the process of filling with water. After taking a bath, the child must be rinsed with clean water. Another way to use the oil is to pour a small amount of the oil into the palm of your hand, lather and apply to the baby's skin that has been pre-moistened with water.

When bathing a baby with oil, the manufacturer recommends following the rules:

• do not rub the child's skin with a foam rubber loofah or a terry sponge; such material can injure the baby's sensitive skin, especially prone to atopic dermatitis; the child should be washed gently with the palm of the hand or using a sponge made of seaweed;
• hot water can provoke the manifestation of atopic dermatitis, the comfortable water temperature for bathing a child is 36-37 °; the duration of daily bathing should be increased gradually; on average, the duration of bathing should be no more than 5-10 minutes;
• hard water can also exacerbate the disease; it is recommended to pre-pass such water through a filter, or use decoctions of chamomile, calendula to soften the water and prevent irritation;
• to get rid of seborrheic crusts on the baby's head, 30-60 minutes before bathing on the hairy part, you can apply baby body oil, put on a hat, and then wash your hair with oil Lipikar. The crusts will separate with each wash. You should start washing your child's head only after the skin has been washed;
• after bathing, the child must be wrapped in a clean towel; the towel should be soft, and so large that the child fits completely in it;
• after bathing, you need to gently wipe the child's skin by getting wet, without rubbing the skin; you need to unfold all the folds and remove water from them before processing with the cream; moisture remaining in the folds can cause skin irritation;
• no later than 10 minutes after taking a bath, you need to moisturize the child's skin with special delicate products, preferably odorless;
• in case of contact with eyes, rinse with running water.

How often to bathe a newborn with oil

Lipikar is a bathing oil, the price for a 750 ml bottle of which is the most profitable if it is used regularly. It is suitable for daily use. Bathing a baby is not only a hygienic procedure, but also a child's adaptation to new living conditions, hardening, as well as a way to establish closer emotional and psychological contact between the parent and child. According to some pediatricians, bathing a baby is recommended 2-3 times a week. Another part of pediatricians believes that after reaching the age of 6 months, it is recommended to bathe the child daily.

With atopic dermatitis, daily bathing helps to cleanse, moisturize, saturate the outer layer of the skin with water, and enhance the penetration of external creams for the prevention and treatment of the disease. With atopic dermatitis, lipid depletion of the skin occurs, which subsequently causes a violation of the protective layer, loss of moisture and dryness. The Lipikar formula helps to replenish lipid deficiencies, normalize the balance of beneficial bacteria, and enhance natural protective functions.

The product protects the skin from drying out as a result of exposure to hard water. After completing the washing procedure, be sure to use a special moisturizer. Daily care of atopic skin, adherence to the rules of bathing, help to protect it from negative exposure to external factors, maintain an optimal moisture level, significantly reduce the amount exacerbations.

Possible side effects

No side effects are indicated by the manufacturer. Some buyers note that after several uses, the child's skin begins to peel off and itching appears. This reaction can be caused by intolerance to the components of the composition. Some customers prefer to use butter after beating it into a soft foam, and note that when using oil in this way, its moisturizing properties.

special instructions

Lipid-reducing cleanser indicated for the care of skin prone to dryness, irritation and atopic dermatitis. The product is suitable for bathing a baby from birth and is approved for daily use.

Price

The cost of packing oil for bathing a baby differs depending on the volume of the bottle and is:

• 200 ml - 1063 rubles;
• 400 ml - 1518 rubles;
• 750 ml - 2068 RUB

Multifunctional oil for bathing Lipikar, the price of which ranges from 1063 to 2068 rubles, not only cleanses the child's skin of impurities, but also significantly improves its condition and heals. With regular use, the skin becomes more hydrated, its protective functions increase, and with proper care, the number of exacerbations of atopic dermatitis decreases.

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