This routine is intentionally simple and gentle. It works for all ages, with one important note about sunscreen use. For more information about skincare for young children, see How Do I Choose the Best Baby Skin Care Products?
The routine below references products from Simple DIY Skincare: The Complete Guide to Easy, Natural Recipes for Beginners. In the book, you’ll learn how to make each product yourself — including minimalist versions, variations, and customization options — so the routine becomes fully tailored to your skin.
If you don’t have the book yet, you can still follow the structure of the routine using products you already own. But if you want to create the exact formulas this routine is designed around, the book walks you through every recipe step‑by‑step.
Use a gentle, fragrance‑free cleanser during bath time. Avoid over‑bathing, since frequent washing can strip natural oils. Oil Cleanser without essential oils is an excellent option for young skin—it cleans without drying or disrupting the barrier. Add a small amount to a warm, damp cloth and gently wipe the skin.
After bathing, apply a thin layer of a simple, fragrance‑free plant oil to lock in moisture and support the skin barrier.
If a rash does NOT exist:
If a rash DOES exist:
These oils protect against dryness, cold, heat, and wind without requiring preservatives.
For children over age 2, you may use the Malassezia Moisturizer with the Rose and Copaiba Blend.
For children under 3 months, avoid sunscreen. Keep babies shaded, covered, or indoors during peak sun hours (10 AM–4 PM).
For children 3 months and older, use a mineral sunscreen with:
Avoid chemical sunscreens containing oxybenzone, avobenzone, octocrylene, or retinyl palmitate. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.