Toddle Tidbits is your resource for understanding how to help protect and nurture your child’s delicate skin microbiome—turning everyday care into long-term skin health.
Understanding the skin microbiome
Our skin is a beautifully intricate ecosystem known as the microbiome — a unique world of natural bacteria working hard to defend and protect.
A child’s still developing skin needs a little extra love and care. Supporting their microbiome with prebiotics and probiotics, helps support and balance their natural skin defences in preparation for all of life’s adventures.
Why the microbiome matters!
- Supports the skin’s natural protective barrier
- Reduces the risk of dryness and irritation
- Helps skin adapt to changing environments
The power of probiotics and prebiotics
- Prebiotics nourish good bacteria to maintain a balanced and healthy microbiome
- Probiotics helps balance skin’s natural bacteria and maintain a healthy microbiome with regular use.
- Resulting calmer, more hydrated skin now and supports healthier long-term skin health.
With Toddle, you’re choosing more than skincare. You’re building their future—one gentle touch at a time.
FAQ
General Product Questions
Toddle is a family-focused skincare brand designed to support skin health with microbiome-friendly formulas. Our products are made with effective ingredients to nourish and protect your child’s skin.
Toddle’s products are formulated with prebiotics or probiotics to help support the skin’s natural microbiome. Using our products together creates a synergistic effect, reinforcing long-term skin health in a way that traditional skincare does not.
Yes, all Toddle products are dermatologist-tested and formulated to be gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. We do not use chemicals, synthetic fragrances, or common irritants.
Yes, each Toddle product includes either prebiotics or probiotics, but not both. When used together, our products create a balanced microbiome-supporting routine for short-term and long-term skin health.
Ingredients & Formulation
We prioritize science-backed ingredients that are safe and effective. Our formulations are free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, artificial dyes, and synthetic fragrances.
Yes, our products are free from synthetic fragrances. Any scent comes naturally from our ingredients.
Yes, we use safe, skin-friendly preservatives to maintain product integrity and prevent contamination.
No, Toddle is cruelty-free. We never ever test on animals.
Usage & Application
Yes! Our lotion is gentle enough for use on both the face and body.
Yes! Our skincare products are formulated to use by the whole family.
Apply 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapply every two hours, or immediately after swimming or sweating.
Our sunscreen is formulated to blend smoothly without leaving a white cast. It provides effective sun protection while remaining lightweight on the skin.
Skin Health & Benefits
The skin’s microbiome is its natural defense system, helping to prevent irritation, dryness, and environmental damage. Toddle products support this balance with prebiotics or probiotics to keep skin healthy, resilient, and hydrated.
Prebiotics nurture the beneficial bacteria on the skin, while probiotics introduce healthy bacteria. Each Toddle product contains one or the other to help maintain a balanced microbiome, promoting strong, nourished skin.
Our lotion is formulated to deeply moisturize and reinforce the skin barrier, making it a great choice for children with dry or sensitive skin. While not a medical treatment for eczema, it provides hydration and relief from dryness. Always check with your doctor before trying a new product.
Yes! Our sunscreen is gentle, non-toxic, and designed for everyday use. It protects against UVA and UVB rays without chemicals, making it ideal for children’s delicate skin.
Product Safety & Suitability
Our mineral sunscreen is suitable for children starting at 6 months old and our moisturizing lotion is suitable for children starting at 3 months old. We always recommend performing a patch test before first use.
Some of our products may contain ingredients derived from nuts. If your child has a nut allergy, please review the ingredient list carefully or consult with your pediatrician before use.
Most of our products are vegan, but some may contain beeswax or other naturally derived ingredients. Check each product’s details for specific information.
While our formulas do not intentionally include gluten, we are not certified gluten-free. If your child has a severe gluten sensitivity, consult with your doctor before use.
Application & Best Practices
For full-body coverage, apply about a nickel-sized amount to the face and a shot-glass-sized amount to the body. Reapply as needed, especially right after swimming or sweating.
Yes, Toddle lotion can be used alongside other skincare products. However, for best results, apply it directly onto clean, slightly damp skin to lock in moisture.
Yes! Our lightweight formula blends smoothly for a natural finish once absorbed and can be worn under makeup without pilling.
Sustainability & Ethical Practices
We are committed to sustainability. Please check local recycling guidelines for specifics.
We focus on using natural ingredients, responsible sourcing, and eco-friendly packaging whenever possible.
Yes, all of our products are proudly formulated and manufactured in the USA to ensure the highest quality standards.
Yes, Toddle sunscreen is reef safe and Hawaii Act 104 Compliant.
Orders, Shipping & Returns
Currently, you can only buy Toddle products through Amazon in the US.
Shipping times are determined by Amazon fulfillment which provides options for shipping times and dates.
If your order arrives damaged, you can contact Amazon customer service. For other product-specific issues you can reach out to us at questions@toddleskincare.com.