How to Save Money on the Best Baby Wipes for Sensitive Skin

Being a mom is hard work, there is no doubt about that. In my opinion, one of the hardest things about being a mom is ensuring you always have the best things for your children, especially baby wipes. This is not just a difficult task, it can also be a very expensive task.

I remember when I had my first son, I would only use Pampers Sensitive skin Pure Water baby wipes because I had thought the Pampers only made high-quality products. However, this brand was not a hit within my nontoxic mom group on Facebook. So, I switched to using the Mama Bear water-based wipes, which are actually full of harsh chemicals–although they are advertised and labeled as “water wipes”. I remember thinking, how is this possible? It’s like everywhere I turned there were baby wipes that claimed to be the best baby wipes but if you actually took the time to do research, they were actually terrible for a baby’s skin.

So, what was I to do? I was a new mom, I could not afford to purchase high end brands like honest company wipes or seventh generation (the wipes I am going to show you are not only better, but they are much cheaper.) to clean my baby’s sticky fingers. However, I desperately needed something that I could afford and was still good for baby’s delicate skin.

With that came one of my best ideas, to date. I decided that I would do what I do best and make the baby wipes. (Don’t worry, they’re still disposable) I knew that if I made the baby wipes I could control the ingredient list and ensure only the best natural ingredients were used. A few other things I wanted included large wipes, thick wipes, soft wipes, and affordable. I also did not want to spend hours making them, I needed the task to be easy (and don’t worry, it takes about 5 minutes and each pack is less than $1 to make).

So what exactly are you going to need to accomplish this task? Let’s talk about it.

List of Supplies:

Note: You will not use the entire container today. You will be able to use these ingredients again and again and again.

• Plastic Container or Dispenser for Wipes
  • There are many different things you could use for this. It’s just a matter of preference. You could use a Large Ziplock bag, a Tupperware container, or even a leftover wipes container. Some things you will want to consider are transporting the wipes and making sure it is an airtight container that will not leak. I do not recommend using a wipe warmer as there has been tons of research done that confirms they contribute to the spread of bacteria. The containers that I have link come in a 4 pack with an easy open lid.
• Organic Fractioned Coconut Oil – $11.69
  • I recommend using fractioned coconut oil because it is already in liquid form. In general, coconut oil is known for its abilities to help with diaper rash by soothing irritation, reducing inflammation, and creating a protective barrier on baby’s delicate skin.
• Beef Tallow – $18.00
  • I love using Beef Tallow whenever I can. I use Beef Tallow on my own skin, I use it to cook with, to season our cast iron, and I even use it as a ChapStick. It is a very versatile natural ingredient. You can purchase Beef Tallow from Amazon, however I do recommend purchasing from a trusted local farmer whenever you can. The tallow I linked above is rendered on a small family farm with Christian values, I absolutely adore them and their products. You could also find good options on Etsy. I also like the Wisconsin Fat Lady and I have purchased from her Etsy page. Anyways, as I mentioned Beef Tallow is a natural ingredient, that is a lipid-rich moisturizer that can help soothe and protect skin. The benefits of Beef Tallow include hydration, creating a protective barrier on the skin, shielding the skin against environmental damage, reducing inflammation, promoting healing, and it is also rich in antioxidants that can help maintain healthy looking skin. If you are wondering, yes you can absolutely use this one ingredient alone as a natural moisturize for your baby!
• Pure Castile Soap – $6.99
  • What? Soap? I know! But, hear me out. I like using Castile Soap because it is made from natural ingredients like coconuts and olives (which I love), plus does not have any harsh chemicals, there are no synthetic fragrances, and it is gentle on sensitive skin (all things that are very important to me). In fact, I know many people that use Castile Soap on their babies in the bath! This might be something you consider as well.
• Hot Water
  • Just a reminder, the wipes will not stay hot. However, you will need to begin with hot water to melt the tallow. The primary purpose of the water is to dilute the ingredients. Water will be the main ingredients in the wipes. You may opt to use purified water when making your wipes, however it is not completely necessary.
• Disposable Dry Cloths – $31.99 for 1,2000 wipes
  • The wipes I linked are the best ones that I have found. Additionally, they will last you forever and the wipes come already grouped together in the box, which takes out the guess work or the chore of having to count out the wipes. Personally, I use one bundle per wipe package.
• Essential Oils (optional)
  • Some people like to add essential oils such as Lavender and Frankincense. However, this is not necessary and if your baby has more sensitive skin, I would avoid this option altogether.

What is this going to cost?

So all together it will cost approximately $60 to get started with making your own wipes, with each pack of wipes equaling approximately $.89 cents. That is more affordable than any wipe you will find at the store, whether it be full of chemicals or not.

Some other things you may consider adding could be things like Vitamin E oil or Aloe Vera. Personally I do not use these ingredients, so I would recommend doing your research on anything additional you would like to add that I did not include in the original recipe. I prefer to keep things as simple as possible. I also prefer simple natural ingredients when it comes to my son.

These wipes are, in my opinion, better than the best baby wipes on the market. I encourage you to compare the ingredients to that of water wipes, sensitive wipes, and any hypoallergenic wipe you can find!

Notes:

• I think it is best to purchase organic ingredients or locally sourced ingredients whenever you can. That being said, if your budget does not allow for the extra cost of organic ingredients, do not beat yourself up. Even inorganic coconut oil is better than the harsh chemicals in typical baby wipes.
• You may desire to use purified water when making your disposable baby wipes to avoid any potentially harmful chemicals that could lead to skin irritation within your own water supply. However, do not think that you have to, it is the same water your baby bathes in.
• One thing you could potentially be a good choice to add in is an ounce or two of your own breast milk. We often gave my son milk baths when he was very young.
• The dry cloths that I linked to make these wipes really do allow you to make the best wipes. I have selected wipes that are made of a soft cloth organic cotton, in addition to being thicker wipes and larger wipes which also allows using fewer wipes.
• These homemade wipes are perfect for baby’s sensitive skin in the diaper area and are perfect to use as face wipes for your baby too.
• Mom can use these wipes too, so I encourage you to pack them in your hospital bag.

Equipment Needed:

• A Large Pan
  • You will need to boil six cups of water to get started with this recipe.
• Measuring Spoons
  • You could eyeball if you wanted to, however if this is your first time making these wipes, I highly recommend sticking to the recipe. This will eliminate any potential of contact dermatitis. (unless of course your baby is allergic to any of the ingredients or you have opted into using additional ingredients that I did not list.)
• Ladle
• 9X13 Glass Baking Dish
  • You will use this to lay out your wipes to soak up the mixture

Directions

1. Begin by bringing 6 cups of water to a boil
2. Measure out 2 to 3 Tablespoons of Beef Tallow and stir into the boiling water until combined
3. Remove from heat
4. Lay out 4 packs of cloth wipes in your glass baking dish side by side. It is okay if they overlap, just make sure you can tell where one stack begins and the other ends. This is important when packaging the wipes.
5. Add in 1 Tablespoon on Castile Soap and stir until combined.
6. Add in 2 1/2 Tablespoons of Fractioned Coconut Oil and stir to combine.
7. Pour the mixture over the dry clothes until the clothes to wet wipes until they are completely submerged. You may add more warm water, without having to boil it, if desired.
8. Allow wipes to sit for 10 to 15 minutes. This will allow the wipes in the middle to become submerged in the mixture as well.
9. Add your wipes to their individual containers and seal.
10. Once they have cooled, they are ready to use for dirty diapers!

I am extremely confident that you will love this DIY Wipe recipe. I am so confident that you will love these homemade wipes that I highly encourage you to compare these homemade wipes made of plant-based materials (and animal-based materials) with honest baby wipes and any other wipe that is considered one of the top picks for non-toxic moms.

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