Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo with Organic Calendula ,Tear Free, Paraben, Colorant and Mineral Oil Free, 13.5 Fl. Oz

Bath time at the end of a long day usually means juggling a wet, wriggling baby with one hand and reaching for a bottle with the other. A single product that handles hair and body keeps that routine short, which is the idea behind this Cetaphil formula.

The bottle holds 13.5 fluid ounces of Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo, a 2-in-1 liquid that works up into a soft lather for both hair and skin. It is made with organic calendula, drawn from the marigold flower, and carries a light fresh scent. The tear free formula is intended for babies with sensitive skin, and it is hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested. Parabens, colorants and mineral oil are all left out.

• 13.5 fl. oz. bottle, tear free 2-in-1 wash and shampoo with organic calendula, free from parabens, colorants and mineral oil

Close the cap fully after each use and store the bottle upright so the contents stay put between baths.

When using this wash on a newborn or young infant, a small amount goes a long way. Work a dime-sized drop between your palms first to build up a thin lather before applying it to the scalp or body, which makes rinsing faster and reduces the time your baby spends in contact with water. For the hair, gently massage the lather from the roots outward and rinse with cupped handfuls of warm water rather than pouring directly over the face. Because the bottle is designed to stand upright, keeping it on a flat shower shelf rather than hung in a caddy helps preserve the pump or cap seal over repeated uses.

The 13.5 ounce size is a practical middle ground: large enough that you are not replacing it weekly during the newborn stage, but not so bulky that it becomes awkward to grip with a wet hand. Parents who travel frequently may want to decant a small amount into a travel bottle rather than packing the full size. When comparing baby washes in this category, the absence of colorants is worth noting if your baby has particularly reactive skin, since artificial dyes are a common source of irritation in wash-off products. This formula suits newborns through toddler age, making it a consistent option across the early years rather than something you need to swap out as your child grows.