There’s no better day than today to level up the way we clean our homes. Sweeping the floor just won’t cut it, especially if there’s a baby at home whose hobbies include crawling on the floor and putting every object they see, inside their mouths.
While you may have physically removed dust or hair from surfaces and floors with a broom or a vacuum, applying a disinfectant ensures better germ prevention. Studies have also proved disinfectants to be indispensable in preventing infectious diseases from spreading at home!
What To Look For In A Baby-safe Disinfectant
You can go to any supermarket or e-commerce store and you’re bound to find a disinfectant. While they are all effective in killing viruses and bacteria, not all of them may be what’s suitable for your family.
For instance, having an infant at home means you should opt for baby-safe disinfectants as much as possible.
Cleaners, sanitisers and disinfectants that contain chemical additives can be particularly dangerous for young children when inhaled or when it gets in contact with the eyes.
So what makes a disinfectant baby-safe? The most important thing to check is the list of ingredients. It should be free of harmful chemicals and toxins that are harsh on your baby's sensitive skin and nose.
And if you’re wondering if a disinfectant that doesn’t contain alcohol or bleach can be effective in eliminating germs, the answer is yes!
We’ve rounded up some of the best brands of baby-safe disinfectants in Singapore based on the following criteria:
- Proven strength in eliminating germs.
- Ingredients that are safe for your baby and won’t be harmful to your family.
- A price that won’t break the bank.
The 8 Best baby-safe Disinfectant Brands in Singapore
Made in Singapore, Mama’s Choice All-Purpose Disinfectant is a 100% baby-safe disinfectant that eliminates 99.999% of disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
Unlike most disinfectants, this product from Mama’s Choice contains no alcohol, harmful chemicals or any chemical additives to make it effective.
Instead, it takes inspiration from the immune system and uses Hypochlorous Acid (HOCI), a product of our immune system in response to infection. As such, it’s completely harmless and safe!
Besides spraying it on floors and other surfaces, it’s perfectly safe to use on baby toys, utensils and more because it’s food-grade and toxin-free.
It’s just as safe to use as a hand sanitiser as well because it is rinse-free, gentle, and doesn’t leave a sticky feeling. Plus, it can also be used to disinfect minor cuts and scrapes.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: Mama’s Choice All-Purpose Disinfectant is product-certified by TÜV SÜD and proven effective in killing 99.999% of germs, viruses and bacteria.
- Ingredients: It only uses a proprietary process using pure electrolyzed water and edible salts to create a HOCI solution. As such, it contains no toxins, alcohol or solvent.
- Price: Mama’s Choice All-Purpose Disinfectant is priced at $12.90 per 500ml bottle.
Happyganics Disinfectant Spray kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses on hard surfaces. To use this, it's as easy as spraying on pre-cleaned surfaces and letting it sit for three minutes before wiping.
It can also be used for toys but has to be rinsed with water. What's unique about this brand is that for every purchase, Happyganics donates to families in need.
Similar to Mama’s Choice All-Purpose Disinfectant, it’s also made in Singapore.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: Happyganics Disinfectant Spray is tested effective against bacteria and viruses including Hepatitis B and C, HIV-1, Influenza A and Norwalk Virus.
- Ingredients: Like most child-friendly disinfectants, it’s non-toxic and paraben-free. Moreover, it doesn’t contain bleach, triclosan or fragrances.
- Price: Happyganics Disinfectant Spray is priced at $8.90 per 500ml bottle.
Originating from Korea, Nature Love Mere is specially created for the disinfection of children’s everyday items. From toys to playmats, this disinfectant eliminates harmful bacteria while being free of harmful chemicals.
Arriving in a spray bottle, it's convenient and easy to use.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: This disinfectant uses botanical ingredients that are both safe and helpful in eliminating bacteria.
- Ingredients: This product only uses plant-derived and EWG grade 1 ingredients. Moreover, it contains no additives, fragrance or harmful substances.
- Price: Nature Love Mere Disinfectant is priced at $14.90 per 400ml bottle.
This child-friendly disinfectant spray is alcohol-free, non-toxic and non-corrosive. Manufactured in Singapore, it’s made with only pure water and BC-65, a solution based on the immune system's response to bacteria and germs that kill pathogens by penetrating their cell walls.
It’s great for use on doorknobs, toilet seat covers, playpens, toys and other high-touch surfaces at home. One thing to like about this disinfectant is that there’s no need to rinse it with water!
Features we love:
- Proven strength: Its ability to kill 99.999% of bacteria, yeast and funguses in 30 seconds, and spores in under 60 seconds. It has been proven through lab tests by SGS, SP and TUV SUD.
- Ingredients: It uses only ultra-pure water and BC-65 solution. Also has no fragrance.
- Price: BioCair® BC-65 Disinfectant Pocket Spray is priced at $15.80 per 50ml bottle.
Wode Mum & Baby Disinfectant Spray is another Singapore-made disinfectant that also uses HOCI to eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses and germs.
As such, it's safe to use on toys, strollers, beddings, playpens, and other surfaces at home. This is also gentle enough to be used directly on babies' skin.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: It is proven effective in killing 99.999% of harmful bacteria, germs and viruses in seconds. Better than bleach, it also disinfects the surrounding air.
- Ingredients: To create HOCI, Wode uses reverse osmosis pure water and iodised salt.
- Price: Wode Mum & Baby Disinfectant Spray is priced at $20.90 per 250ml bottle.
A well-loved brand of baby household goods in Korea, B&B Disinfectant Spray eliminates dirt and harmful bacteria on high chairs, toys and other surfaces at home.
It’s also effective as a stain remover!
Features we love:
- Proven strength: It has also undergone and passed sterilization, skin irritation and acute toxicity tests.
- Ingredients: This disinfectant is made of alkaline electrolyzed water. It’s free of harmful chemical substances, making it safe for babies.
- Price: B&B Baby Safe Disinfectant Spray is priced at $27.62 for two 300ml bottles.
Suitable for high chairs, toys, changing mats, potties and floors, Nimble Babies Sticky Stopper is an award-winning product that kills 99.9% of germs using a plant-based formula that is safe for kids.
Although it's mostly for cleaning sticky residues, it's just as effective in keeping bacteria and viruses away. Made in the UK, this disinfectant comes with a special nozzle that dispenses a gentle foam for optimum coverage.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: Using plant-based ingredients that are naturally antibacterial, it's proven to kill 99.9% of germs.
- Ingredients: This disinfectant uses coconut-based cleaning ingredients and is free of chemicals and bleach, ensuring it's not harmful and/or toxic for kids. Among the ingredients they use is lactic acid, which is a natural disinfectant derived from fermenting sugar.
- Price: Nimble Babies Sticky Stopper is priced at $9.90 per 250ml bottle.
Besides specifically targeting dust mites, bed bugs and insects, this disinfectant spray is also effective in killing up to 99.9% of bacteria by dissolving insect exoskeletons.
Non-toxic and all-natural, it is safe for babies. This brand also carries several other baby-safe disinfectants such as one specifically for the floor and for washing fruits and vegetables.
Features we love:
- Proven strength: This disinfectant spray is laboratory tested and certified to be effective in eliminating bacteria by up to 99.9%.
- Ingredients: Free of harmful chemicals and toxins, its formulation includes less than 3% organic eucalyptus essential oil, 5% F. fatty acids, purified water, folic acid, minerals, and enzymes from edible and seed-bearing plants.
- Price: Dismiss Dust Mite, Bed Bug and Insect Disinfectant Spray is priced at $12.80 per 500ml bottle.
