What to use for our little ones?

Week after week, over a hundred of you write to us for hair care advice. Many of our loyal customers are mothers looking for specific tips for their children's hair. Little ones need products designed with their more delicate and reactive skin in mind. Here, you'll find advice and products tailored to your child's hair, depending on their age.

From birth up to 2 years old

Children need products made with gentle, natural ingredients that are kind to their delicate skin. It's important not to use just any product you have at home to avoid skin reactions. We have three favorites for this age group, and we'd like to share them with you.

René Furterer's Astera Sensitive High Tolerance shampoo is suitable for sensitive and reactive skin. It soothes and calms discomfort thanks to a combination of asteraceae and peppermint essential oil, providing a gentle wash that respects the scalp's natural balance.

The Lolo range is designed exclusively for children, meeting all their needs. The olive oil-based shampoo is very gentle and moisturizes softly . If your little one already has a lot of hair, there's also a conditioner in the same range that deeply hydrates and repairs split ends, while soothing irritation and dryness of the scalp. Many mothers are charmed by its fragrance. We understand and know that many of you sometimes use this range yourselves. It's a secret we can keep between us!

The Myni range offers biodegradable and eco-friendly products. They are made from water, minerals, and ingredients of agricultural origin.The baby range is fragrance-free to avoid irritating delicate skin. Furthermore, Myni is the most economical option. Simply purchase a refill and add the required amount of water. Detailed instructions can be found on the product page or via this short tutorial .

From the terrible twos at age 5...

The infamous "terrible twos"! It's the age when everything becomes more difficult and "no" is the most common response! Washing hair can become a more complex task than expected. Sometimes, using shampoos with attractive colors or patterns can motivate your little ones to wash their hair.

Revlon's Equave shampoo has been a classic for many years! Available in two fragrances: green apple or candy , this 2-in-1 formula combines shampoo and conditioner in one step. Note: If your child has fine hair, you might find it leaves a slightly greasy residue. This product is slightly more moisturizing.

The Myni 3-in-1 children's set is the most economical option you can find. You can wash your child from head to toe without worrying about their delicate skin. The set is available with a coconut-melon fragrance or unscented.

Paul Mitchell's Baby Don't Cry shampoo is a bestseller year after year! It's tear-free, making bath time more enjoyable and tear-free. Its gentle formula and balanced pH respect children's delicate skin while leaving hair clean and silky.

If your child already has a lot of hair at a young age, it's recommended to use a more intensive shampoo. It's still important to choose a range containing more natural ingredients. We particularly like the Pureology range and recommend the Hydrate shampoo . This product cleanses deeply yet gently.

After washing your hair, detangle it!

Oh dear! If washing hair is difficult, detangling can be even more challenging. If your little ones have hair that tangles easily, it's essential to use a good detangler and a good brush. Here are our top picks!

The brushes

When it comes to brushes, we have a soft spot for those in the Wet Brush range. They're affordable and available in several colors. We particularly like the Wet Brush Pure + Clean Antibacterial Detangling Brush , which can be disassembled into two parts for easy cleaning. Our second choice is the Wet Brush Pro Detangler Rectangular Detangling Brush in black , ideal for brushing both little ones' hair and mom's!

Detanglers for fine hair

Quick tip! Just like with shampoo, choosing a detangler in an attractively designed bottle can encourage little ones to want to detangle their hair.

Revlon Equave's detangling spray is available in two scents: green apple and candy . Thanks to their pleasant fragrances and colorful packaging, these products are especially popular with toddlers. We have a weakness for scents.

If you prefer a more natural option, the Lolo range offers a product free of parabens, sulfates, and other harsh chemicals, making it safe for daily use.The olive oil hair detangler contains marshmallow extract, which makes detangling easier while coating and moisturizing the hair fibers. It also contains pro-vitamin B5 (panthenol), which makes hair stronger and shinier.

If your child's hair tangles easily and you're looking for a versatile product, Pureology's 21-in-1 spray is perfect for you! This detangling spray offers 21 benefits, including heat protection, UV protection, and gentle hydration, among others. Available in a 400ml size, it's ideal for the whole family thanks to its convenient size and multiple benefits for hair.

Detanglers for thick hair

Love the scent of pear ? O&M's Know Knott detangler is perfect for thick hair. Thanks to its nourishing blend of cold-pressed argan and macadamia nut oils, it 's ideal for adding softness and shine. It provides maximum nourishment!

Happy Campers EVO detangling spray reduces frizz, hydrates, and strengthens hair. It also contains heat and UV protection, perfect for warmer weather! It improves manageability and helps reduce drying time while adding light volume and hold. It can be used on both dry and damp hair.

Thick, dry hair that just won't budge? Biolage's detangling solution is the product you need! It's a conditioner you apply in the shower. It deeply hydrates, instantly restoring moisture, eliminating frizz, and reducing static. Afterward, detangling will be much easier.

Short, curly hair... What to use?

If your child has small curls in their hair and you're looking for a solution, we recommend applying a lightweight styling cream to damp hair to help define the curls. A handy tip: choose a styling cream that's also suitable for your own hair, so you can use a small amount on your child as well. It's a practical and economical product, an ideal 2-in-1 solution for easy at-home curl care, for both you and your child!

We've left you with a few choices here, if you don't know which way to turn.

R+Co. Cool Wind Air Drying Cream with Perfect pH - 147 ml

Design Me. Bounce.Me Curl Balm - 250 ml

R+Co. Waterfall Hydration + Shine Lotion - 147 ml

What not to put in your hair!

Okay, okay, okay, it's important to have a few reminders about what not to put in your children's hair. Sometimes, some clients tell us all the things they've put in their children's hair, and it can be surprising. Here's a friendly (but serious) reminder of what you absolutely should not use.

A hair growth serum? No way! ❌

We often hear: 'My 3-year-old's hair isn't growing, can I use a serum to help it grow?' NO! Ladies and gentlemen, your child doesn't need to have Rapunzel-like hair at 3 years old. Children's hair doesn't all grow at the same rate, and that's perfectly fine. Over time, hair will naturally lengthen.

It looks like her hair is damaged, can I put a repairing mask on her?

Damaged hair on a child is practically impossible! You might notice it's less soft or less shiny than usual, but damaged? A repairing hair mask for a child isn't necessary, as there's no damage caused by heat styling tools or bleaching. Ladies, keep your precious repairing products for yourselves; your wallet will thank you.

Heated tools in your child's hair

Several clients have mentioned using heated styling tools on their children's hair daily. Rest assured, ladies, using a hairdryer is generally safe. However, daily use of a flat iron or curling iron is unnecessary. Your children's hair doesn't need to be styled with heat tools every day of the week. This can cause damage. Reserve these tools for a few special occasions throughout the year, and opt for gentler methods on a daily basis.