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If You're Only Using Diaper Wipes On Babies, You're Missing Out

by Maria Guido

Diaper wipes are the single most important item in my parenting arsenal — heck, they’re the single most important item in my home. No, I am not exaggerating. I have no idea why no one told me how amazing these things were before I had a child. Are parents trying to hoard all the wipes for themselves? They just might be — because diaper wipes are a truly perfect product.

No one ever told me about all of their functionality. I am assuming this is because if anyone ever really admitted to all the things they used wipes for, everyone would wonder why they don’t have sponges, towels, and glass cleaner stocked with some regularity in their homes. These people are simpletons. Ignore them. Diaper wipes, specifically Huggies Natural Care Wipes, truly come through in a pinch. You can use them for basically everything. They are the MacGyver of the children’s grocery aisle.

Impromptu Bath

Yes, you just drove to preschool drop-off and there is still jelly all over your child’s face. No problem! This is why a container of diaper wipes always lives in a parent’s car.

Car Detailer

Speaking of that container of wipes in your car, it will come to the rescue before that playdate you dread. Use it on the surface of your dashboard so when that perfect mom with the immaculate SUV decides to glance into your car, she won’t see the cereal dust, apple juice, and other random stuff that’s sticking to every surface of it. You’re welcome.

Makeup Remover

Wipes are the best kept secret in beauty, they truly are. You don’t need those fancy makeup remover pads — Huggies does the trick. Buy in bulk, seriously. Bonus: The tub can double as a makeup holder.

Pet Groomer

Run a wipe over your dog’s feet and coat after you come in from your walk. You’ll be shocked at what comes off him.

Quick Cleanup

Those crayon smudges on your wall? They’ll come right off with a few quick rubs. And that glue all over your kids’ hands after making some crafts will come right off too. You can also have one handy for quick cleanup when your kids are done with their mess — I mean, crafts.

Finishing Touches

You know all of those last-minute things you need to take care of before you run out the door? Flyaway hair? Run a moist wipe over it. Deodorant marks? Those will come right off your shirt with a few rubs. Shoes looking dull? Run a wipe over them.

Personal Assistant

Throw one in your car to organize car toys and snacks. Throw one in your bathroom to store your various face cleansers and creams. Throw one in your kitchen to store your odds and ends. Throw one in your kids’ room to organize their craft supplies. These tubs are compact and good to store just about anything.

Is there anything a wipe can’t fix? If there is, I haven’t found it yet.

Huggies® believes deeply in the Power of Hugs. The simple, loving act is proven to support babies’ emotional and physiological well-being. Huggies® diapers and wipes are inspired by a parent’s hug — to nurture baby with care, cradle baby in comfort, and surround baby in protection. Huggies® Natural Care® Wipes feature our simplest formula ever for a gentle clean. Learn more at Huggies.com. #HuggiesCouncil