Is Kids Make Up Safe? Here Is What to Actually Look For

No Nasties Kids Make Up - The One You Can Trust

It is one of the most common questions parents ask before saying yes to kids make up: is it actually safe? The honest answer is that it depends entirely on what is in the formula, and that is where a lot of cheap sets fall short.

Firstly, check the ingredient list, not just the packaging claims. Words like fragrance, talc, and parabens are worth watching for, since these are common in low cost make up but are not ideal for young, developing skin. Look for products that are phthalate free, paraben free and PFAS free. A genuinely safe kids make up should be formulated specifically for children, not simply an adult product repackaged in smaller sizes and brighter colours.

Secondly, look for washable formulas. If a product needs strong remover to come off, it is not designed with kids in mind. Washable make up means bath time handles the cleanup, and there is far less risk of irritation from scrubbing.

Thirdly, consider where and how the product is made. Manufacturing standards vary hugely between countries, and a brand that is transparent about where its products are made, and who tests them, is generally one you can trust more.

Age is also worth thinking about. Most kids make up is designed for imaginative play rather than an everyday routine, which is exactly the point. It should feel like dress ups, not a beauty regime.

At No Nasties Kids, our own founder started this brand after struggling to find make up she felt good about giving her own children. Every product is formulated without nasties, tested with safety front of mind, and made right here in Australia. If you are looking for kids make up you can say yes to without a second thought, our collection is a good place to start.

Ready to say yes? Have a look at the Mermaid Dreams Natural Kids Makeup Gift Set or the Unicorn Magic Natural Kids Makeup Gift Set, both formulated without nasties and washable off skin and clothes.

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