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  • <h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Regular Detergents May Be Too Harsh

    Special detergents can help protect the baby's skin. Regular detergents may be too harsh to use on baby clothes if the baby has allergies, sensitive skin or eczema. Using regular detergents can cause the baby to be itchy and can cause the baby's skin to break out in a rash or become reddened.

    On the Other: They Do Not Necessarily Clean Better

    Special laundry detergents formulated for baby clothes do not necessarily clean any better than regular detergents. Many parents find that tough stains are hard to remove using special detergents, and an added pre-treatment may be necessary.

    Bottom Line

    Regular detergents can be used on baby clothes as long as the detergent is free of perfumes and dyes. Wash a few pieces of baby clothing in regular detergent to see how the baby reacts--if the baby does not show any signs of irritation, regular detergents can be used safely.

    Source:

    Baby Center.com: Can I Use Regular Detergent to Wash Baby Clothes?

    Kids Health.org: Laundering Baby Clothes

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