As a new mom, I received a lot of advice.  While I really appreciated it, a lot of the information I received wasn’t necessarily the truth.  There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to baby products.  Many moms told me not to get this brand, or that this other brand was the best (only to have my poor baby’s skin break out).  It can be confusing. Johnson’s® heard many of the misconceptions and created a fun True/False quiz to clear up the air.  Check it out:

JOHNSON’S® MythConceptions True/False Quiz

(answers are bolded) 

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Preservatives are dangerous and shouldn’t be in baby products.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Bathrooms are the perfect place for mold and bacteria to grow due to their humidity and moisture. Preservatives play an important role in preventing mold growth and contamination to help keep baby’s skin clean and fresh.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Your baby’s skin doesn’t lose moisture.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Baby’s skin loses moisture nearly twice as fast as yours does, so you should make sure to moisturize it to help keep it soft while your baby continues to grow.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: JOHNSON’S® reformulated products contain formaldehyde-releasing preservatives and 1,4 dioxane.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – In January 2014, JOHNSON’S® reformulated seven of their core products. Although always safe, JOHNSON’S® removed formaldehyde-release preservatives and reduced 1,4 dioxane levels to help give moms peace of mind.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: A baby should be a month old before applying lotion to its body.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Contrary to popular belief, you can apply moisturizer to a baby’s skin as early as one day after birth! Baby’s skin needs extra moisture and care so the earlier you start, the more hydrated your baby’s skin will be.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Baby’s skin is less sensitive than mom’s.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Baby’s skin is actually TEN times more sensitive than adult skin! As a result, make sure to help maintain naturally soft skin by using products that keep your baby’s skin clean and soft.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Tear-free products contain numbing agents to alleviate stinging eyes.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Products such as JOHNSON’S® NO MORE TEARS® do not include any type of numbing agent. Tear-free products undergo extensive testing to ensure that the formula is as gentle as water to baby’s eyes.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: A baby knows when to close his/her eyes during a bath.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – A baby’s blink reflex continues to develop long after birth so your baby doesn’t know exactly when to shut his/her eyes during bathtime. As a result, you should use products that won’t sting baby’s eyes while he/she continues to develop.

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Baby’s skin is susceptible to irritants.
   1. TRUE – Baby’s skin is extremely sensitive and therefore can be easily irritated by changes such as humidity or temperature external factors such as changes in temperature. Make sure to use products that are gentle on your baby to maintain healthy, soft skin.
   2. FALSE

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Baby’s skin is naturally more hydrated than mom’s.
   1. TRUE – Baby skin is naturally hydrated and soft, but it loses water much faster than adult skin does! As a result, make sure to hydrate your baby’s skin with lotion to lock in moisture as your baby continues to grow.
   2. FALSE

1. TRUE OR FALSE: 100% natural products are the best option for baby’s skin.
   1. TRUE
   2. FALSE – Although “natural” may sound like the best option for your baby, these products can irritate baby’s skin. Natural products and fragrances are sometimes made from fruits, such as orange peel, which can actually cause an allergic reaction on baby’s super delicate skin.

©Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. 2014

I did pretty well, but I’ll be honest.  I didn’t know that baby’s skin loses moisture twice as fast as mine does.  We have a history of sensitive and dry skin.  We love the reformulated JOHNSON’S® products and use them daily.  I can rest easy knowing that JOHNSON’S® is listening to moms and are taking their concerns into consideration when making their products.

So… how did you do?