A light scented mist for body and hair, made for children. Products like this are essentially play items, and the sensible approach is to treat them as such while checking a few things first.
Before using any fragranced product on a child
Fragrance is the most common cosmetic irritant. That is true for adults and more so for children, whose skin is thinner and whose barrier is still developing.
So:
- Patch test first. Inner forearm, a small amount, and wait a day or two. Particularly important for a child with eczema, asthma or a history of reactions
- Check the age range on the packaging and respect it
- Never on broken or irritated skin
- Not near the eyes, and not on the face
- Ventilate. Spraying anything scented in a small bathroom is more than anyone intended
If a child has asthma, aerosolised fragrance can be a trigger — worth asking their doctor before introducing it.
Using it
- A light spray on clothing or hair rather than directly on skin, which reduces contact considerably while giving the same effect
- From a distance, not close
- Away from the face
- One or two sprays. Children apply enthusiastically, so it is worth doing it for them or supervising
Storage
Out of reach when not in use — not because it is dangerous in normal use, but because an unsupervised child with a spray bottle will empty it, and getting it in the eyes is unpleasant.
What it is and is not
A light scented water for play. It is not a perfume, it will not last long, and that is appropriate for the purpose.
If a reaction occurs
Stop using it, wash the area with plain water, and see a doctor if there is spreading redness, swelling, or any breathing difficulty.
Composition and age guidance are in the Faberlic catalogue and on the packaging.
For the wider children's range, see the children's care guide.