When you become a mum, nothing is sacrosanct. Everything you own is now theirs, regardless of its value. That overpriced eyeshadow palette you were saving for a well-deserved night out, smashed and sprinkled all over the carpet like an abstract landscape. Deep breaths, we’ve rounded up some bits you can share. For times when that last squeeze of Bepanthen won’t stretch across their raw hide, reach for your make-up bag to smooth things over.
Egyptian Magic
Boho babe and mum of two, Kate Hudson, keeps a tub of the petroleum-free Vaseline dupe to hand, lashing it all over during dehydrating flights. She also divvies it out when nappy rash comes a calling. The natural balm, made almost entirely from honey-esque ingredients, shields irritated skin, giving it a chance to heal without interruption. €34.95 at Avoca.
La Roche Posay Serozinc
A spray toner formulated to purify acneic complexions does a fabulous job of protecting babies bums. The liquid-like Sudocrem is stuffed with cell membrane strengthening mineral, zinc. Spritz a cooling stream for a blast of redness relief and repair before popping on a Pamper. €11 at escentual.com
Avène Cicalfate
Alleviate dry, blotchy bottoms with a thick layer of this gentle multi-use moisturiser. Thanks to it’s copper composition, bacteria are kept at bay, plus the thermal spring water hydrates, imparting a refreshing sensation that lasts until the next change. €12.99 at pharmacies nationwide.
Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
Tubes of this one-ingredient-wonder fly off shelves, and for good reason. Pure lanolin, the wax from sheep’s wool, is natures support salve. Breastfeeding mums praise it’s ability to care for cracked nipples while chapped lips, crusty noses and chaffed rear-ends return to their spongy selves on application. €13.99 at boots.ie.
