We are so used to representing to our selves the scents of babies as eminently desirable that the reaction to the idea of perfuming your little bundles of love can be one of incredulity or sarcasm. I remember years ago reading a shopping guide to baby products and encountering the reaction of the author in a brief passage dedicated to baby perfumes. He or she had two main points to make 1) this was an European idea, hence understandably somewhat strange; 2) use perfume only if you think your baby stinks, which was phrased in such a way as to let you feel that you would be a monster to think that babies ever smell. Culturally, we are trained to focus on the cuddly smells of babies and forget about the rest, which nevertheless exists aplenty. Saying something like my baby smells is not easy because it carries a measure of moral assessment with it.
I would like to say however that perfuming is not just about deodorizing and therefore the point is moot for me. Perfuming is a gesture of refinement. It adds beauty to the world and will no doubt create a bond with your children, a reservoir of memories into which to tap in the future.
Here is a list of
Baby Approved Perfumes if you want to explore this option. Many women also like to use baby fragrances as they are alcohol-free and discreetly scented. In the summer, they are a good solution for the beach. Don't forget too that they make great baby-shower gifts! And why not offer perfume to a baby or a new mom for the Holidays?
Clayeux Eau de Senteur Moi Bébé Bleu & Rose (Aroma Water Me Blue, Pink Baby), from birth
This adorable multiple award-winning duo is kept warm in a protective woolly sock which was meant to embody purity. Both are formulated without alcohol, were clinically tested and can be worn by newborns. Moi Bébé Bleu is a gourmand and floral scent with notes of lemon tree blossom, orange flower and bergamot. Moi Bébé Rose is a fresh white floral scent with notes of iris and jasmine.
Available at bebe-beaute.com for 28,25€ each
Love Chic Baby Coco & Momo, from 6 months
The bottles contain heart glasses.
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Love, Chic Baby for Girls - Coco scent is a soft burst of crisp,,
floral freshness that delicately captures the innocence and youthful
radiance of little girls. For Girls is formulated with a soft bouquet
of
Pink Mandarin, Italian Bergamot, Water Lily, Pink Peony, Yellow Freesia, Island Pineapple, and Sheer Rose.Love, Chic Baby for Boys - Momo combines a soft, refreshing blend of
fruits for a light, crisp scent. For Boys is formulated with
Mandarin, Orange, Pink Grapefruit, Wild Strawberry, Melon, and Dewberry.Available at babyoliverboutique.com for $34,50 each.
Nivea Eau de SenteurA gentle linden blossom scent formulated without alcohol.
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