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BATHING, MAKE-UP, AND SUNSCREEN: WHICH PRODUCTS DO CHILDREN USE?

Thayane Guimarães de Melo1, Mayara Schulze Cosechen Rosvailer1, Vânia Oliveira de Carvalho1

  • 1Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, PR, Brazil.

Revista Paulista De Pediatria : Orgao Oficial Da Sociedade De Pediatria De Sao Paulo
|May 14, 2020
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Children frequently use adult skincare products and apply makeup early, highlighting a need for pediatric guidance on appropriate hygiene and cosmetic practices.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Adolescent Health
  • Cosmetic Science

Background:

  • Children's skin is sensitive and requires specific care.
  • Early exposure to adult products and cosmetics may pose risks.
  • Understanding current hygiene and product use is crucial for pediatric health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess hygiene habits in children and adolescents.
  • To determine the frequency of personal hygiene product, cosmetic, and sunscreen use.
  • To identify potential risks associated with current practices.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving caregiver interviews.
  • Data collected via closed-ended questions on skincare routines.
  • Statistical analysis including Kruskal-Wallis and Fisher's exact tests.

Main Results:

  • 276 children interviewed; median age 4 years.
  • Over half bathed once daily; many used adult soaps.
  • 19.2% used sunscreen daily; makeup use began at age 4.
  • High prevalence of perfume, hair gel, and cosmetic use.

Conclusions:

  • Children are using adult-oriented products unsuitable for their skin.
  • Sunscreen application is often inadequate.
  • Early initiation of makeup use necessitates medical guidance.
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