Struggling to get children into the bath before bed is a universally gruelling experience.
For reasons unbeknownst to us, the little darlings seem to revel in the idea of maintaining an entire day’s worth of muck and falling asleep on the sofa after refusing to go upstairs for bedtime. It’s a rite of passage for kids to get belligerent regarding all things that threaten to end the day’s fun, but it’s nothing that warm soapy bubbles can’t fix.
Bubble bath makes the daily rigmarole of getting the kiddos clean a breeze, even if it means piling bubbles to the bathroom ceiling. When is the best time to introduce cleansing bubbles to the evening routine, and how does one ensure formulas are safe for sensitive skin?
What should I consider before choosing a bubble bath for my kids?
If bath time is the universal struggle, bubble bath could be the catch-all cure.
From lavender-infused options which promise to help soothe energetic tykes, to formulations designed for children with eczema-prone dry skin and the bubbliest formulations possible, we’ve curated a selection of the best bubble baths for kids below.
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Childs Farm Slumber Time Sleep Bath Soak Lavender and Moon Milk
Age: Newborn upwards
Crafted to encourage a restful night’s sleep, Childs Farm’s Slumber Time bath soak is a fan-favourite among new parents for a reason. Clinically proven to keep skin hydrated for up to 12 hours, the bubbly blend contains dreamy and sweet-smelling lavender to soothe tired little ones. Suitable for all skin types, the soak is dermatologist and paediatrician-approved as suitable for newborns upwards.
Buy now £4.68, Amazon
Kylie Baby Bubble Bath
Age: Newborn upwards
Kylie Baby bubble bath is formulated with innovative and sweet-smelling coconut-based surfactants which offer a mild alternative to traditional sulfates. The result is a dense, soft and creamy lather that bubbles beautifully and remains gentle on young skin.
The formulation is additionally (deep breath): clean, vegan, hypoallergenic, paediatrician-tested, dermatologist-tested, tear free, fragrance free, cruelty free, paraben free, sulfate free, gluten free and nut free. Instead, it contains wonderful botanicals such as aloe leaf, green tea, avocado oil, chamomile, and sunflower seed oil.
Buy now £17.00, Selfridges
Aveeno Kids Bubble Bath & Wash
Age: 3+
Adults and children with sensitive skin will be familiar with Aveeno’s calming oat-based products. This brilliant bubble bath brings the fun back to bath time for those suffering with eczema or dermatitis thanks to the soothing oat extract. It’s suitable for children aged three and up.
Buy now £3.87, Amazon
Oilatum Junior Sweet Dreamz Bath Bubbles, for Dry, Sensitive and Eczema-Prone Skin
Age: Infants, toddlers and children
Kind to eyes and free from soap, Oliatum Junior bubbles have been formulated with ‘sleep technology’ to help your little one get ready for bed. The bubbles can be gently activated with a soft sponge and used ensure your child is squeaky clean, happy and relaxed.
Buy now £6.25, Amazon
Mustela Multi-Sensory Bubble Bath 750ml
Age: Newborn upwards
Mustela is a must-have for newborns. This high tolerance natural formula is suitable for use on even the most sensitive babies thanks to the key ingredient, Avocado Perseose, which strengthens newborns’ skin barrier and protects their skin's cellular capital.
Buy now £20.99, Amazon
Nala's Baby Bubble Bath
Age: Newborn upwards
Nala’s Baby Bubble Bath delivers supreme foaming power and is housed in a chic, aesthetically pleasing bottle. Suitable for sensitive, eczema-prone skin, the cult-favourite foamy bubble solution has been formulated with soothing vitamin E, oat milk and chamomile.
Buy now £5.55, Boots
Matey Bubble Adventure
Age: 3+
If it’s bubbles you want, it’s bubbles you’ll get with any one of the three included character-themed bubble baths by Matey. The hypoallergenic, child-friendly bubble bath is well-known for producing mountainous mounds of soapy fun while remaining kind to sensitive skin.
Buy now £13.35, Amazon
Sanex Zero Baby Bath Foam & Shampoo
Age: Six months upwards
According to Mumsnet chatter, Sanex Zero is the best, gentle bubble bath for producing heaps of bubbles. The hypoallergenic baby bath foam and shampoo is entirely vegan and formulated with only the most essential ingredients to gently cleanse sensitive young skin.
Its formula consists of 93 per cent natural-origin ingredients, zero fragrance, zero microplastics, zero sulphates and zero colourants.
Buy now £3.20, Amazon
Lush Unicorn Horn Bubble Bar
Age: 7+
For endless bath time fun and bubbles, look no further than Lush. Though bubble bars are pricey, you can crumble off a few inches each bath time to make one bar go a long way. The lavender infused best-seller that is ‘Unicorn Horn’ is made with all-natural vegan ingredients and produces a brilliant, glittering rainbow in the bath water.
Buy now £5.00, Lush
