5 Reasons Why These Bamboo Pajamas Are The Best For Eczema & Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is common in children and babies, but that doesn’t make it easier to manage! Daily stresses can lead to redness, irritation, and discomfort, often triggered by rough fabrics, especially synthetics like polyester. One effective solution is choosing bamboo viscose, a fabric beloved by customers and dermatologists alike for its gentleness and ability to soothe eczema and sensitive skin, something we discovered firsthand when searching for irritation-free options for our child. Here's why these bamboo pajamas stand out:

1. Help minimize skin irritation

Rough fabrics can irritate the skin by causing friction, leading to itching that worsens sensitive skin. Dr. Larisa Ravitskiy, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, explains, “The initial skin issue is just the beginning. Scratching itchy skin thickens the skin, and thick skin is itchy,” creating a cycle of irritation. To break this cycle, Dr. Ravitskiy recommends avoiding triggers and choosing soft, smooth fabrics like bamboo viscose, which soothes the skin and reduces irritation and itching.

2. Keeps sensitive skin cool

Heat is a common trigger for skin irritation, from heat rash to discomfort in sweaty sleepers, and staying cool is essential for eczema-prone skin. Pediatric dermatologist Dr. Anna Karp emphasizes the importance of avoiding hot showers and maintaining a cool sleeping environment, while Dr. Larisa Ravitskiy recommends breathable, body-skimming clothing made from bamboo viscose. This fabric not only keeps skin cool but also dries quickly and won’t stick to sweaty skin. Its cooling properties make it ideal for children, pregnant women experiencing hot flashes, and anyone who sleeps hot.

3. Is eczema friendly

Thousands of parents have switched from cotton to bamboo viscose pajamas for their littles for this very reason. Dr. Karp explains, “Eczema-prone skin is already itchy, so fabric choice is extremely important for your little ones.” When my son was a newborn, he had terrible eczema. And I knew I needed a solution. That solution turned out to be bamboo viscose and played a huge part in why these bamboo pajamas were born!

4. Not treated with chemicals

Simply put, chemicals aren't great for sensitive skin and can trigger sensitivity. These bamboo pajamas are never treated with chemicals or fire retardants that contribute to skin irritation.

5. Parent-approved

Here's what real parents had to say about the difference these bamboo pajamas had on their littles' sensitive or eczema-prone skin:

“My daughter not only has eczema but extremely sensitive skin in general. Almost every fabric, material, body wash, lotion, and even food breaks her out in some type of rash. It’s an everyday thing at this point! Bamboo viscose is the ONLY material I have found that keeps her eczema in its calmest state and helps clear up all of her rashes that seem to randomly flare up throughout the day. I cannot believe it took me this long to see the correlation, but it’s definitely convinced me to completely switch our PJs to strictly bamboo viscose!” ~ Lexi K.

“My son has severe eczema and I swear that the one night he wore Zumbamboo, I saw a dramatic improvement overnight!” ~ Jaclyn N.

“After having Zumbamboo recommended by several moms in a birth month group, I decided to buy a pair to see if they would help with Cameron’s eczema. One pair turned into many pairs, and they are now all that he wears to bed. Eczema on his back and chest that wasn’t responding to other suggestions has improved drastically when we made the switch and continues to stay clear. He is staying cool, clear, and comfy, and I am going to keep using Zumbamboo for as long as I can!” ~ Lauren W.

“We tried everything to help my daughter’s poor little skin and decided to give Zumbamboo a try. We started with two pairs and now have 14 — they are all that she wears and it’s been over a month since she has had a breakout. I’m so thankful that we found Zumbamboo and so incredibly grateful for how much it has helped our sweet Hanalei’s skin.” ~ Kyndra G.

In addition to all the incredible benefits of bamboo viscose, Zumbamboo pajamas are always tagless and have fully lined zippers to minimize additional friction that can further irritate sensitive skin. If you haven't tried a pair yet, what are you waiting for?