What if the silicone bib gets sticky?
This article mainly discusses the problem of silicone bibs becoming sticky, including why they become sticky, how to deal with them after they become sticky, and how to store bibs to prevent them from becoming sticky. If you are interested in it, please visit:
What is a silicone bib
A baby in a silicone bib
Silicone baby bib is a bib made of food-grade silicone, which is soft, durable, easy to clean and so on. Compared to traditional cloth or plastic bib, silicone bibs are more environmentally friendly, safe and easy to maintain. In the baby’s growth process, silicone bibs are one of the essential supplies. Not only does it protect your baby’s clothes from food stains, but it also helps your baby learn to eat on his own.
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Why do silicone bibs get sticky
Improper storage environment: silicone has hygroscopic properties. Placed in a humid environment for a long time, the silicone bib will absorb moisture in the air, resulting in a sticky surface.
Temperature: Too high or too low temperature may cause the silicone to become sticky. In a high temperature environment, the viscosity of silicone will increase, making it more viscous; At low temperatures, silicone may solidify and become more solid.
Natural aging: silicone products in the long-term use of the process, will be affected by external environmental factors and gradually aging. Oxygen, ultraviolet light, temperature changes, etc., will change the molecular structure of silicone, causing the surface to become rough and sticky.
Cleanliness: After the use of silicone products, parents do not clean in time or the degree of cleaning is not enough, food residue or grease remains on the surface, it is also easy to lead to silicone products become sticky.
What problems will occur after the silicone bib becomes sticky
Cleaning difficulties: After the silicone bib becomes sticky, the stain residue on its surface may become more stubborn, making cleaning more difficult.
Use experience decline: sticky silicone bib will feel uncomfortable to use, affecting the baby’s use experience.
Health problems: Sticky silicone bib is easy to breed bacteria, affecting health conditions, resulting in bacterial growth, which may pose a potential threat to your baby’s health.
Shortened service life: After the silicone bib becomes sticky, its service life will be shortened, and it is necessary to purchase and replace frequently, increasing the cost.
When is it appropriate to deal with the problem of silicone bib becoming sticky
After finding that the bib becomes sticky, it should be cleaned as soon as possible, the silicone material has a certain pore structure, and if the viscous material is attached to the surface for a long time, it is easy to gradually penetrate into the interior over time, increasing the difficulty of cleaning and affecting the health of the baby.
Parents are most suitable for choosing the best time to clean the baby’s bib when the baby is sleeping or going out to play, and in this time period, you can have enough time and a high degree of energy to complete the cleaning work of the bib, so as to deal with the problem of the bib becoming sticky in a more detailed and comprehensive way to ensure the cleaning effect.
Baby who prefer clean silicone bib
How to deal with silicone bib sticky problem
Clean the silicone bib
Soak in water: Soak the silicone bib in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften stains and oil stains. (Water temperature should not be too high, so as not to damage the silicone material)
Apply detergent: Apply an appropriate amount of food grade or baby specific detergent on the silicone bib to avoid the residue causing irritation to the baby’s skin.
Gentle brushing: Use a soft brush to gently scrub the surface and edge of the silicone bib with moderate strength to avoid excessive force resulting in damage to the silicone material. For stubborn stains or oil stains, you can slightly increase the force or a smaller tool for cleaning.
Rinse: Rinse the silicone bib with clean water to gently rub the surface and edges of the bib with your hands, making sure all detergent is rinsed off.
Read More: How to sterilize silicone products?
Why is the silicone bib still easy to become sticky after cleaning
Not cleaned in time after use: The detergent left on the bib surface will damage the structure of the silicone, causing it to lose its original smoothness and become sticky.
Frequent washing and not thoroughly drying: If it is simply rinsed after each use and not completely dried, the residual moisture will promote mold growth and silicone degradation.
Placed in a high and low temperature environment: silicone will accelerate aging at high temperatures, causing the surface to become sticky; Moist air and moisture may penetrate the inside of the silicone and cause chemical reactions or microbial growth, which increases viscosity.
Further Reading:
How to maintain silicone bib after cleaning
Silicone bibs in airtight containers
Clean the surface of the silicone bib regularly: Cleaning the silicone bib regularly can remove stains and residues on the surface, preventing them from accumulating and causing stickiness.
Thorough cleaning: Choose a neutral and mild detergent for cleaning, pay attention to gently rub the surface and edge of the bib with your hands to ensure that all detergents are rinsed.
Store in a dry environment: Place the silicone products in a dry and ventilated place, do not direct sunlight for a long time, otherwise it will cause the silicone products to harden and become brittle.
Use sealed bags or sealed containers for storage: Putting silicone products into sealed bags or containers can effectively prevent moisture from entering, keep silicone products dry, and avoid the surface becoming sticky.
Conclusion
Keeping the silicone bib hygienic and comfortable is essential. By explaining why silicone bibs get sticky, and then following the simple and effective cleaning and maintenance process provided above, you can ensure your baby’s comfort and safety.
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