What are collodion babies?
Collodion baby refers to a burn phenomenon that occurs when a baby comes into contact with clothing or supplies containing colloid substances during emergencies such as heat or fire. In fact, cotton glue contains a large amount of chemicals during the processing and production process, so it is also a factor in chemical burns.
Causes of collodion babies
The following are the main causes of collodion babies:
1. Fire source or high temperature place
When babies play or rest near fire sources or high-temperature places, because they are too young and tender, they may not know the precautions and often touch the surrounding items with their hands. If they happen to touch items containing cotton colloid, collodion may occur. baby phenomenon.
2. Cosmetics and toys containing cotton glue
The chemical composition of some cosmetics and toys containing cotton glue cannot be determined due to different brands and chemical combination methods. If the baby is allowed to come into contact with these items for a long time, the cotton glue may cause direct burns to the baby\’s skin. Then collodion babies occur.
3. Clothes and bedding
In recent years, problems such as excessive formaldehyde and substandard processing technology have occurred frequently in baby\’s clothes and bedding, resulting in a large number of clothes and bedding containing cotton glue. If the baby is exposed to or worn for a long time, it may directly cause collodion babies.
4. Low-quality baby bottles, pacifiers and other supplies
Some supplies such as baby bottles and pacifiers contain high concentrations of collodion due to the use of low-quality materials and substandard processing techniques. If such products are used carelessly, they can also cause collodion babies.
Precautionary measures for collodion babies
In order to avoid the occurrence of collodion babies, we can take the following preventive measures:
1. Avoid letting your baby come into contact with items containing cotton glue
In order to prevent babies from coming into contact with items containing cotton glue, parents should try to choose products with no cotton glue and low cotton glue content when purchasing clothing, bedding, supplies and other items. Choose shoes that do not contain cotton in the uppers or excessive unnatural materials in the midsoles.
2. Do not put your baby near fire sources
In order to prevent your baby from coming into contact with fire sources, we recommend not letting your baby hang around fire sources and avoiding unnecessary fire sources.
3. Use less cosmetics and toys containing cotton glue
In order to prevent your baby from being harmed by items containing cotton glue, it is recommended to use less cosmetics and toys containing cotton glue that pay attention to brand quality.
4. Selection of quality supplies
When purchasing baby bottles, pacifiers and other supplies, pay attention to the quality and brand reputation of the product, and choose products that are of acceptable quality and do not contain excessive amounts of cotton and glue to avoid secondary harm to the baby.
Conclusion formed
Collodion baby is caused by the baby\’s contact with items containing cotton colloid (and other chemicals) in an overheated environment for a long timeof burns. The fundamental solution to this problem is to choose products without cotton glue or with low cotton glue content to effectively prevent the occurrence of collodion babies. By controlling the source of fire, choosing high-quality bottles and pacifiers, and avoiding contact with low-quality toys and cosmetics, you can avoid unnecessary harm to your baby to the greatest extent.
