Bamboo diapers vs regular diapers: how they differ against the skin

What is a bamboo diaper?

A bamboo diaper is a diaper where the innermost layer, the material that sits directly against the skin, is made from bamboo instead of synthetic plastic materials. Bamboo is a natural, fast-growing material that's soft, breathable and gentle on sensitive skin.

Bammies diapers are made with 100% bamboo against the skin, with no fossil-based plastic in that layer, no fragrance and no unnecessary additives.

How are they different from "regular" diapers?

1. The material closest to the skin

This is where the biggest difference lies.

"Regular" diapers usually have an inner layer of polypropylene or other synthetic plastic fibers. It's a cheap and effective material for keeping things dry, but it can also feel stiff, and it doesn't breathe the way natural fibers do.

Bamboo diapers have an inner layer of bamboo: soft, silky and breathable. Bamboo has natural properties that make it gentle on the skin, something families with little ones who have sensitive skin or are prone to diaper rash especially appreciate.

2. Breathability

Bamboo breathes better than synthetic fibers. That means better air circulation against the skin, which can help create a drier, gentler environment for the skin under the diaper.

3. Chemicals and additives

Many "regular" diapers contain fragrance, dyes and other additives that can irritate sensitive baby skin.

Bammies diapers are free from:

• Fossil-based plastic against the skin
• Fragrance
• Synthetic dyes
• Unnecessary chemical additives

All Bammies products are dermatologically tested and certified.

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4. Sustainability

Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world, and it needs neither pesticides nor irrigation to grow. That makes it a more sustainable raw material than the petrochemical materials used in conventional diapers.

Bammies packaging is also made from recycled material and contains no plastic at all.

5. Absorbency

A common misconception is that natural materials don't absorb as well as synthetic ones. Bammies diapers are designed for up to 12 hours of leak protection, without compromising on the choice of material.

Are bamboo diapers good for sensitive skin?

Yes. Bamboo is naturally soft and has properties that make it gentle on the skin. Many parents whose little ones have struggled with diaper rash or irritation notice a difference when they switch to bamboo diapers.

That's also why Bammies diapers are dermatologically tested: to make sure they actually deliver on what they promise.

Read the article: Diaper rash and diaper dermatitis: causes, symptoms and what actually helps sensitive skin.

How much do bamboo diapers cost compared to "regular" ones?

Bamboo diapers are generally a little pricier than the cheapest "regular" diapers, but the gap is smaller than many people think. With a Bammies subscription you also get 15% off and free shipping, which makes it better value than buying pack by pack in store.

Summary: bamboo diapers vs "regular" diapers

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