Name: WaterWipes for Kids
Brand: WaterWipes
Rating: 4.7 (15 reviews)

Question 1

What is Soapberry?

Accepted Answer

Soapberry is a cherry-like fruit which contains saponin - a gentle natural cleanser. The berry is made up of a single, relatively large seed, which is surrounded by a layer of fruit pulp, which is where the saponin is contained.The soapberry fruit has been used for many thousands of years as a gentle cleanser for the washing of fine silks, for hair care and personal hygiene.

Question 2

What age should I start using WaterWipes for Kids?

Accepted Answer

The natural cleansing capabilities of Soapberry make our WaterWipes for Kids the perfect choice as your baby starts to explore. Not only are they delicate for your baby’s skin, but WaterWipes for Kids also give you a more efficient clean, helping you out in the stickiest of situations, to make sure a big mess is not a big problem. They are also perfectly safe for cleaning your baby’s face and hands, as well as their bottoms - as, like all of our WaterWipes, WaterWipes for Kids are specifically designed to be gentle on baby’s skin.Our WaterWipes for Kids are mild and gentle enough to be used from birth, on even the most sensitive skin. But we know that there comes an age when babies start to explore the world around them and life can get a little messier as a result, and so a more efficient cleaning wipe is needed. That’s why WaterWipes for Kids is perfect for growing babies. It’s tough on mess but kind on skin.

Question 3

What is the wipe material made from?

Accepted Answer

The material that we use to make WaterWipes for Kids is made using a blend of 80% Polyester and 20% Viscose. Viscose comes from wood so its 100% natural and biodegradable, which makes 20% of our wipe material biodegradable.We are currently working on making our wipes 100% biodegradable - and have a commitment to do this by the end of 2020. At present, as we are not 100% biodegradable, you will see the non-flushable symbol on all of our packs.

Question 4

Where are WaterWipes for Kids made?

Accepted Answer

WaterWipes for Kids are made in Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland.

Question 5

Are WaterWipes for Kids biodegradable?

Accepted Answer

At WaterWipes we pride ourselves on making the world’s purest baby wipe for newborn and sensitive skin. We fully understand that we also have responsibility to help protect the planet your little one will inherit. We previously made a commitment to having a 100% biodegradable solution without compromising on the purity of our product in 2020. Unfortunately the COVID-19 situation has caused many issues with supply chains due to the unprecedented demands placed on them. Because of this, we’re sadly not going to be able to bring our customers biodegradable wipes until 2021. We are disappointed that we can’t bring you a sustainable option sooner, but we will continue to work closely with our suppliers during these unprecedented times, so you and your little ones can enjoy our biodegradable WaterWipes with Soapberry as soon as possible.The terms flushable and biodegradable are often used interchangeably, but they are very different. No wipes, including biodegradable wipes, should be flushed. Often, even flushable wipes take time to break down in our sewer systems. Disposing of wipes with the household rubbish is the best way to help protect our environment.

Question 6

Are WaterWipes for Kids compostable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all our products have successfully passed the testing for home composting.If used for changing diapers/nappies we recommend disposing in your normal waste. However, wipes used to clean hands and face, surfaces etc. can be composted at home as they are 100% bio-based. Duration to compost will depend on several factors such as heat and the combination of organic matter and bacteria already present in the composter.

Question 7

Are there any allergies I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

At WaterWipes nothing matters more to us than creating the safest and most gentle wipes for you and your baby, using pure and minimal ingredients.Skincare scientists around the world agree our wipes are safe to use on even the most sensitive skin, however, because no two individual’s skin is the same you should always check with your doctor or healthcare professional.Soapberry fruit comes from the soap nut tree. Soapberry or soap nut are the same ingredients, just with different names.Soapberry does not contain peanut or tree nut (walnut, almond, hazelnut, cashew, pistachio and brazil).Please let me assure you that WaterWipes for Kids are soy-free, peanut-free, nut-free and legume-free.

Question 8

Are WaterWipes for Kids tested on animals / cruelty free?

Accepted Answer

WaterWipes for Kids have not been tested on animals at all, and have no animal by-products in them. WaterWipes for Kids are made from 99.9% water with a drop of Fruit (contains trace of benzalkonium chloride) and Soapberry extract.

Question 9

Are WaterWipes for Kids fragrance free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. WaterWipes for Kids don't contain any artificial fragrance.

Question 10

Are WaterWipes for Kids vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, WaterWipes for Kids have no animal by-products in them. WaterWipes for Kids are made from 99.9% water with a drop of Fruit (contains trace of benzalkonium chloride) and Soapberry extract.We have been approved by The Vegan Society.

Question 11

What's the difference compared to WaterWipes original baby wipes?

Accepted Answer

The difference between WaterWipes baby wipes original wipes and WaterWipes for Kids wipes is the addition of Soapberry extract - a gentle, herbal cleanser. We’ve introduced WaterWipes for Weaning to suit the changing needs of your little one as we understand that when your baby grows so does the mess!The cleansing capabilities of Soapberry make our new WaterWipes for Kids the perfect choice as your baby starts to explore - not only are they delicate for your baby’s skin, but they also give you a more efficient clean, helping you out, in the stickiest of situations, to make sure a big mess is not a big problem. WaterWipes for Kids are also perfectly safe for cleaning your baby’s face and hands, as well as their bottoms - as, like all of our WaterWipes, they are specifically designed to be gentle on baby’s skin.

Question 12

Are WaterWipes for Kids wipes bigger than WaterWipes baby wipes original wipes?

Accepted Answer

There is no difference in the size of the wipe.

Question 13

Why do WaterWipes for Kids wipes contain both Soapberry and a drop of fruit extract?

Accepted Answer

The Soapberry acts as a natural cleanser to help clean up mess, whereas the fruit extract works as a skin conditioner to keep your little one’s skin soft after use.At WaterWipes nothing matters more to us than creating the safest and most gentle wipes for you and your baby, using pure and minimal ingredients.

Question 14

What benefits do WaterWipes for Kids wipes provide compared to WaterWipes baby wipes original?

Accepted Answer

The added benefit to our WaterWipes for Kids is the addition of a natural cleanser via the Soapberry extract.It’s a more efficient cleanser, to suit the changing needs of your little one, as we understand that when your baby grows so does the mess!

Question 15

Soapberry is also called soap nut. Is there an issue with nut allergies?

Accepted Answer

Soapberry is a fruit that comes from the soap nut tree. Soapberry or soap nut are the same ingredients, just with different names. Soapberry does not contain peanut or tree nut (walnut, almond, hazelnut, cashew, pistachio and brazil).Please let me assure you that WaterWipes for Kids are soy-free, peanut-free, nut-free and legume-free.WaterWipes for Kids are free of any GMO’s and are safe from cross contamination.

Question 16

Does Soapberry contain soap? I've read that soap is drying on the skin?

Accepted Answer

The Soapberry fruit produces a range of natural cleansers called ‘saponins’. This property helps water to dissolve dirt and remove it from surfaces so that it can be rinsed away. It is a natural cleanser that has been used for hundreds of years, but it is not as strong or aggressive as purpose-designed heavy duty synthetic soaps which can leave your skin dry.That’s why our WaterWipes for Kids are more effective at cleaning. They are also perfectly safe for cleaning your baby’s face and hands, as well as their bottoms as they are designed to be gentle on baby’s skin.WaterWipes for Kids are also approved by Allergy UK as well as awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance.

Question 17

Are WaterWipes for Kids safe to use on sensitive skin?

Accepted Answer

WaterWipes for Kids are perfectly suitable to use on sensitive skin.We are approved by Allergy UK as well as awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance.

Question 18

Are WaterWipes for Kids safe for use all over the body?

Accepted Answer

WaterWipes for Kids are made using 99.9% water with a drop of Fruit and Soapberry extract. They are perfectly suitable for cleansing your babies face and hands as they are designed to be gentle on baby’s skin.However, please bear in mind that because WaterWipes for Kids are so pure, they will not remove any germs.Cleaning Eye Area:They are perfectly suitable for washing your babies face, including the surrounding eye area. That said, we do not recommend using them directly on the eye as this can often be a particularly sensitive area.Cleaning Dummies / Pacifiers:They are perfectly suitable for cleaning dummies/pacifiers and teething toys.

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