Pure cotton is the most commonly used and classic material for baby's sleepwear, encompassing three common categories: regular cotton, combed cotton, and organic cotton. Its core advantage lies in its design catering to the delicate skin of babies. However, it also has notable material shortcomings, making it a basic choice for new parents when making purchases.
The core advantage of pure cotton baby nightgowns lies in their natural skin-friendliness and absence of chemical irritants. They can minimize friction and irritation on baby's sensitive skin, thereby reducing the risk of allergies. With excellent moisture wicking and breathability, these nightgowns can quickly absorb sweat during the night, keeping the skin dry and comfortable. They are suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, and can be paired with warm undergarments in winter. The material is soft yet durable, washable, and naturally eco-friendly, with no harmful substances such as formaldehyde or fluorescent agents left (must meet Class A standards for infants and young children). Among them, combed cotton undergoes special processing on the basis of ordinary pure cotton, resulting in yarn that is finer and smoother, less prone to pilling and deformation, and easier to maintain. Organic cotton, grown without pesticides or fertilizers, is purer, more environmentally friendly, and safer, making it ideal for babies with extremely sensitive skin.
Its disadvantages mainly lie in the material properties: ordinary pure cotton is prone to wrinkling and deformation, and may become hard and yellow after repeated washing. It needs to be promptly smoothed and aired after washing to maintain its shape; it dries slowly after absorbing moisture, making it difficult to dry in humid weather, which may lead to the growth of a small amount of bacteria; the prices of combed cotton and organic cotton are much higher than ordinary pure cotton, among which organic cotton has a relatively low cost-effectiveness due to its low production, which may increase the consumption cost for some families.
Basic shopping tips: No matter which type of pure cotton nightgown you choose, it is essential to look for the "GB 31701—2015 Baby and Children's Products - Class A" label. Opt for styles with light colors and minimal prints to reduce the risk of dye residue.