French baby skin experts Mustela now available in the UK

If you live outside of the UK, you might already be familiar with Mustela. In fact, I myself used the brand’s products frequently with my firstborn when we lived in the UAE four years ago. Imagine my disappointment, then, when our second came along after moving back to the UK and Mustela not being available here. 

The good news? The French baby skincare brand is now launching exclusively at Boots, both in stores nationwide and online. And I’m personally here to tell you to run, don’t walk to get your hands on some of the best baby shampoo and skincare products I've used.

For over 70 years, Mustela has crafted safe and innovative dermo-cosmetic skincare that’s specifically tailored for little ones. From their first cleansing milk in 1950, to their latest breakthroughs in neonatal dermatology and plant extraction, Mustela has remained dedicated to protecting babies’ delicate skin. 

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But what makes Mustela stand out from the rest? The brand is also a certified B-corp brand committed to sustainability and ethical practices. In fact, Mustela’s goal is to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 and they’re focusing on responsibly sourcing ingredients - paving way for a greener future for our planet, and our babies. 

Enough about the brand, though - let’s talk about the products themselves. As I’ve said, I personally used Mustela products, specifically the gentle shampoo and no-rinse cleansing water, on our eldest when he was fresh out of the womb. So, it was an absolute delight to be able to get a whiff of the same smell recently while testing out Mustela’s latest products. 

Mustela No Rinse Cleansing Water, £10 | Buy now from Boots

Mustela Gentle Cleansing Gel for Hair and Body, £8 | Buy now from Boots

Mustela Gentle Shampoo, £8.50 |  Buy now from Boots

Both my DC have skin that’s prone to hives, and finding the right products for them can be a challenge (lesson learnt: don’t change things on a whim). 

Unsurprisingly, Mustela’s gentle formulas have removed all issues we’ve faced, as they’re made with 95% natural origin ingredients. With their flagship ingredient, organic Avocado Perseose®, Mustela harnesses the power of nature to protect your LO’s skin. 

Now, the price. I’ll admit, Mustela products are dearer than other popular baby skincare brands, like Childs Farm, My Little Coco and Johnson’s Baby. With that said, I personally feel like the price is worth it - particularly if you or your baby have sensitive, dry skin. 

So, if you're a parent who's passionate about both your baby's wellbeing and the health of the planet, Mustela is a brand worth trying. 

Mustela is now exclusively available at Boots nationwide and online. 

About the author

Rebecca Roberts is a writer, editor, and content marketing expert hailing from Leeds. Here at Mumsnet, she commissions, writes, and edits to bring parents content designed to make life easier. After birthing and breastfeeding two babies in two years, Rebecca knows first-hand how hard it can be to find the right products for you and your DC. So, she’s on a quest to find the best beauty, skincare, and make-up products, with the help of Mumsnet user recommendations. 

Beyond her role as an editor here at Mumsnet, Rebecca can be found balancing life as a working mum of two toddlers and when she’s not at her desk, you’ll likely find her at a local playgroup, in a nearby coffee shop, or walking the dog up and down country lanes.