Some common materials used for wet wipes for babies include:
Cotton cellulose
Cotton fiber material that is very absorbent, soft and gentle on baby’s skin. It is breathable and hypoallergenic. Cotton wipes are very popular for baby use.
Wood pulp
Made from sustainable wood sources, wood pulp is highly absorbent, soft and eco-friendly. It is also gentle and hypoallergenic, suitable for babies.
Bamboo
Bamboo fibers are very soft, absorbent and naturally antibacterial. Bamboo wipes are eco-friendly, plant-based and hypoallergenic, perfect for baby skin care.
Microfiber
Microfiber material is synthetic but soft, absorbent and non-abrasive. Microfiber wipes can be very durable and efficient at absorbing messes. They are non-toxic and hypoallergenic, suitable for babies.
Polyester
Polyester fibers are very strong, durable, non-absorbent and quick drying. Polyester wipes are often used as a top layer or combined with cellulose for strength. They are non-toxic but less breathable than other materials.
Unbleached pulp
Pulp made from eucalyptus, sugarcane or wheat that is unbleached and chlorine-free is very soft, absorbent and eco-friendly. It is hypoallergenic, gentle and safe for babies.
Fluff pulp
Lightweight, ultra-soft pulp that is highly absorbent but non-abrasive. Fluff pulp wipes are pillowy soft, very gentle and ideal for baby skin.
Viscose
Fibers from cellulose that are ultra-soft, absorbent, drapeable and breathable. Viscose wipes are luxurious, gentle and hypoallergenic – perfect for baby care.
Rayon
Semi-synthetic cellulose-based fiber that is extremely soft, absorbent and drapeable. Rayon wipes offer softness and absorbency for gentle, effective baby cleaning.
Natural essential oils
Some baby wipes contain natural essential oils like coconut, aloe vera, chamomile or tea tree oil. These oils have natural antibacterial and soothing properties to keep baby’s skin healthy, soft and protected.
Unscented
Many baby wipe brands also offer unscented, fragrance-free options that are completely hypoallergenic, gentle and safe for sensitive baby skin. Unscented wipes avoid any potential irritation from fragrances.