Baby clothing fluorescent agent
Release time : 05/24/2025 09:30:01
As the weather heats up, more frequent washing of baby clothes becomes a necessity. The host wants to ask all mothers: is your baby's "clothes quality" high? A high "clothes quality" means not only that babies wear well-designed clothes but also that they are safe! There have been voices recently reflecting that infant clothing contains fluorescent agents, posing potential health risks to the baby. So, how should these fluorescence agents be detected? What should we do when infant clothing contains fluorescence agents? Mothers, let's learn together! What are fluorescence agents? To put it simply, they are fluorescent whitening agents, a type of chemical dye that absorbs light or ultraviolet rays and then reflects a blue-white phosphorescent light.
Fluorescent substances on clothing can make the clothes appear brighter and more vibrant, but if baby's clothing contains these substances, through sweating and friction contact, they are easily absorbed by the baby's delicate skin, entering the bloodstream and causing allergies. In severe cases, it may even cause cancer.
So, how to detect the presence of a fluorescence agent? It's simple! Mom can use a UV flashlight to test for the presence of fluorescence. This substance will reflect fluorescent light under UV illumination, distinguishing it from the surrounding clothing color.
Additionally, for clothing containing fluorescent dyes, mothers can also test its durability to determine whether it is safe. By washing the clothing repeatedly, if the fluorescent dye falls off severely, it indicates that the durability is not high or the content is excessive, so it should not be worn by the baby.
To avoid harm to babies from fluorescent agents, mothers should purchase baby clothes at regular infant stores and avoid letting babies bite or suck on the clothes.
When washing baby's clothes, use specially formulated baby detergent (note: avoid products that contain fluorescent agents), and after washing, rinse the clothes thoroughly with clean water to reduce the adsorption of harmful substances such as fluorescent agents.
How to remove stains from baby clothes? Cleaning baby clothes is a delicate art, not only paying attention to the presence of fluorescence agents but also having different cleaning methods for some common stains in life.
In addition to using baby-specific laundry detergent, there are other safer and more effective cleaning methods. 1. For oil stains: Apply toothpaste on the spot of grease, let it sit for 5 minutes, then scrub with clean water, and rinse thoroughly.
Because the toothpaste contains surfactants that allow for the good combination of oily and water-based substances, it has a pretty good ability to remove grease.
2. If the milk stain persists, first wash the clothes in cold water, then use mild detergent to scrub. If the stain still cannot be removed, add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance the cleaning effect.
Finally, rinse with water.
Sweat stains are the most common stains on your baby's clothes. Usually, you can wash them with warm water at about 40 ° C and add appropriate baby-specific laundry detergent, soak the clothes for 15 minutes, and then rinse them off with clean water.
4. Stains such as juice, apple juice, and grape juice are more difficult to clean. It is recommended to first soak the clothes stained with juice in soda water for 10-15 minutes, and then rub them with soap. The juice will be easier to remove.
5. The yellowed baby's white clothes will easily turn yellow if left for a long time. Mom can put the yellowed clothes in water with boiled spinach to soak them for 10 minutes and then rub them to restore their white color.
This is because the yellowing substances are mainly proteins, and when spinach is boiled it releases protein components that can dissolve the yellowing on clothes.
6. For clothes with mould spots, it can be a frustrating stain for moms-to-be. It is recommended to soak the stained clothes in rice water overnight, allowing the proteins in the rice water to absorb the mold.
If the moss is still stubborn, you can apply a 5% alcohol solution and then scrub it with the usual procedure until the moss is completely removed.
Maimai reminds: The above lists some common methods of dealing with clothing stains, which every mother might try. However, considering baby's health, clothes that have turned yellow or mould spots should not be worn by the baby.
Q1: Is the new clothes purchased by a baby containing formaldehyde? A1: Formaldehyde is used in clothing to both fix color and prevent wrinkles. Therefore, all clothing should contain formaldehyde. However, according to national regulations, the formaldehyde content in infant's clothing should not exceed 20mg/kg. All mothers need to be aware of this distinction.
When buying clothes for your baby, avoid purchasing clothing that has a pungent smell and choose clothes in white or light-colored fabrics that closely match the baby's skin tone.
Q2: Can baby clothes be washed in the washing machine? A2: Although washing machines are convenient, they are also places where dirt and grime can accumulate. If a mother does not select a dedicated washing machine for her baby, it is best to hand wash them.
Additionally, the clothes of the baby are not too dirty, but after washing in the washing machine, it will become easier to accumulate many bacteria. Therefore, hand washing is the safest and fastest way to clean them.
Q3: Can baby clothes be washed with laundry detergent? A3: Regular laundry detergent is not suitable for cleaning baby clothes as it is designed for adult clothing. Once the detergent contains fluorescent agents, bleach, and other chemicals, babies have a weaker immune system compared to adults, which can potentially harm them.
Therefore, when washing baby clothes, it is important to use laundry detergents or soap specifically designed for infants.
Q4: Can you save a few baby clothes for washing at a later time? A4: It is imperative to wash them immediately! Once the time has passed, stains on the clothes can easily penetrate into the fibers. This makes it harder to clean the clothes.
How to choose baby laundry detergent: Although baby laundry detergent on the market is advertised as "exclusive for babies", it is still a chemical product after all. How can mothers not master a few practical selection methods? Take a look at the following key points. Have you caught them all? Looking at the texture, high-quality baby laundry detergent has a uniform and delicate texture, no suspended matter, and the color is clear and transparent. Those milk white or blue laundry detergents are probably due to the addition of coloring, so mom's better not choose them.
Look at the formula, infant and diaper detergents should not contain phosphorus or fragrance. Phosphorus can make baby's skin dry, and fragrance will stimulate baby's skin.
Therefore, it is important to check the ingredients list when using baby detergent.
A good quality baby detergent is usually not too thick. If a mother buys a detergent that is very thick, it may have added thickeners, which are not helpful for the washing of baby clothes but can be irritating to the baby's skin.
Look at the color of the sewage, use real professional baby detergent to wash clothes, the sewage is still transparent and not very turbid.
If sewage becomes turbid, it is likely due to the residue of a detergent.
Therefore, mom should choose baby laundry detergent that is healthy and free from residues.
To measure the pH of the acidity, baby's skin surface appears weakly acidic. However, due to cleaning needs, most baby detergents today are neutral, and it will not change the skin's pH value. Therefore, mothers should choose baby detergents that are neutral as much as possible when selecting.
To test the pH of laundry detergent, Mom can use a pH paper to check. If the paper turns red, it's acidic; if it turns blue, it's alkaline; if it doesn't change color, it's neutral.
The medical content mentioned in this text is for reference only.
In case of discomfort, it is advisable to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment should be based on a face-to-face medical consultation.