What To Look For When Buying Kids Shampoo and Conditioner
If you're hoping to make hair washing and brushing a little smoother (or a lot less dramatic), the right kids shampoo and conditioner can make a big difference. But,...
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What To Consider When Buying Kids Shampoo and Conditioner
Looking to make hair washing and brushing a little easier, or maybe a lot less dramatic?
A good kids shampoo and conditioner can make all the difference. But not all of them are created equal. So, what’s the best Kids Shampoo? Here’s what to look for when choosing the right one for your child.
pH-Balanced: Kids’ scalps are delicate. Look for a pH between 4.5–5.5 to protect natural oils, prevent dryness and support healthy hair growth.
No Harsh Ingredients: Avoid sulfates, silicones, parabens, synthetic fragrances, and dyes. These can strip moisture, irritate skin, and cause dry, brittle, tangle-prone hair. Choose naturally fragranced, skin-kind options.
Made for Kids: Adult shampoos often contain active ingredients that target concerns or needs that kids don’t have (Ie. Colour damage, oil control, volumising). Kids need gentle formulas designed for their thinner skin, sensitive scalps and unique needs.
Skip the 2-in-1s: Whilst 2-in-1s may seem convenient in the moment, they can lead to problems with over-stripping hair if there aren't enough conditioning properties, or product build-up if there aren't enough cleansing properties. Longer hair needs proper cleansing and conditioning, with product targeted to areas (Shampoo the scalp, Condition the mid-lengths and ends). A separate shampoo and conditioner allows greater control to keep hair soft, strong, healthy and importantly, tangle-free!
FAQ
Is Lil Smoothie® Kids Shampoo and Conditioner scented?
Our Lil Smoothie® range contains 100% natural, allergen-free, phthalate-free fragrance that gives an ultra-mild ‘vanilla smoothie’ aroma. Deliciously gentle and ideal for children.
Our groundbreaking fragrance formula is made from natural vanilla flavour, and contains none of the fragrance chemicals listed in the Official Journal of the European Union. So, if you’re looking for fragrance-free kids shampoo and conditioner to avoid allergens, irritants, or chemicals found in synthetic fragrance compounds, our naturally scented products offer the same benefit.
Is Lil Smoothie® Kids Shampoo and Conditioner suitable for sensitive skin?
Our products are mild, gentle and have been created with sensitive skin in mind. Our Kids Shampoo and Conditioner range contains botanical extracts such as aloe vera and chamomile, known to calm, soothe and nourish delicate skin. Our products are pH-balanced and made without harsh soaps, sulfates, parabens, dyes, synthetic fragrances or other common skin irritants.
What age should Kids use Shampoo and Conditioner?
No child is the same, and hair growth looks different on everyone. If their hair is long, starting to thicken or becoming prone to tangles, it’s a good time to start using a Kids Shampoo and Conditioner and introduce a regular routine to promote healthy hair growth. Some children need a starter routine from as young as 2yrs, others will develop the need during pre-school or primary school.
What’s the difference between Kids Shampoo and Adult Shampoo?
Not all shampoos are created equally, especially when it comes to kids! Adult shampoo is often designed with active ingredients to target specific hair concerns unique to adults (i.e. colour damage, volumising, oiliness, growth, etc.). Kids shampoo exists to provide a gentler solution, more targeted to kids' needs (i.e. detangling!) without the unnecessary fillers, strong actives and synthetic additives that can cause more irritation and issues than good for delicate, young skin, hair and scalps.
How often does your child's hair actually need to be washed?
There are no set rules for how often kids should wash their hair, and it depends on the activities they've been up to. We generally recommend giving hair a thorough cleanse at least twice per week to remove dirt, debris, impurities and product build-up.
Our Kids Shampoo and Conditioner is gentle enough to use daily or as needed.
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