The NeoBulle Journal

Hiking with baby

The nice days are coming, and with them the prospect of beautiful walks with your baby. It goes without saying that since a stroller is not particularly suitable for scrambling in the middle of the forest (some have tried but did not repeat), carrying your baby is highly recommended to make the experience enjoyable! So yes to carrying, but how, with what, are there any specific recommendations? Let us serve as your guide and let's go on an adventure together. 1st step: safety As with any respectable adventure, it is good practice for the guide to detail the safety rules to incorporate so that the hike takes place under the best possible conditions. Good condition equipment: this seems obvious but it’s always good to point out! Besides the risk of injury from faulty equipment, no one wants to end up carrying their baby in their arms for 5 km during a hike. A well-chosen schedule: in hot weather, prefer the times when it’s coolest, for example in the morning. Coincidentally, the child who acts as your new alarm clock is naturally programmed to wake up very (too) early and allows you to enjoy beautiful sunrises. Generally speaking, avoid routes in direct sunlight at 2 pm, even with good protection, the risk of heatstroke for your baby remains significant. An adjusted itinerary: for the ascent of Mont Blanc, baby must unfortunately grow a bit! More seriously, very long trips can sometimes become boring for children who may become less cooperative after a while. Opt for short enough circuits, which can be done in half a day, for example, allowing you to take your time to enjoy and make all necessary breaks. The route should also be practicable; overly steep or rugged terrains increase the risk of falls and are less suitable for carrying. Regular breaks: speaking of breaks, we invite you to take small pauses regularly to hydrate your baby, check that everything is OK for him, etc. Appropriate clothing: hat and sunglasses are essential! And a good layer of sunscreen as well. Favor light and comfortable clothing, and still bring a small jacket in your bag in case you pass through a slightly cooler forest. Back carrying: last but not least, it is highly recommended to avoid front carrying when the terrain is uneven. Indeed, the risk of falling is increased, especially since a baby affects your balance and obstructs your field of vision, preventing you from clearly seeing the stones and roots to step over. It goes without saying that these recommendations are only supplementary to the general safety rules already mentioned, especially regarding clear respiratory pathways. 2nd step: the baby carrier With safety ensured, we can now focus on choosing the actual carrying system. We have already mentioned it in another article (link to the 10 mistakes), the baby carrier must adapt to your needs and not the other way around, and it is essential here that you feel comfortable with your equipment so that the hike does not turn into a nightmare. When talking about hikes with children, one immediately visualizes large baby carriers with frames and lots of pockets. In reality, these carriers are not very relevant to use, and for several reasons: They are not suitable for the youngest children who cannot stand well They rarely allow the child to be comfortably seated (generally non-physiological, either the legs hang down or the child is sitting but without anything to contain him when he falls asleep) They are abominably uncomfortable: when carrying a hiking backpack, we make sure to place the heaviest elements at the bottom of the bag and as close to your back as possible. Here, you place 2 water packs at the top of the bag, flailing around and far from you! Options sold with sun-shade types are rendered obsolete by good practices, which involve avoiding being in direct sunlight and using a hat and sunglasses. Since this solution is ruled out, the final choice will actually depend on a simple question: do you have a child who walks? Non-walking child: In this case, your baby will be carried throughout the hike. Comfort is therefore paramount! You can use the equipment you are used to carrying with and feel most comfortable with on a daily basis: a sling or mei-tai, for example, can be perfectly suitable. Once installed, you will hardly touch it again. Walking child: This scenario involves the legendary cooperation of the toddler. Like Schrödinger's cat, which is both alive and dead in its box, Schrödinger’s toddler is both too tired to walk but too determined to be carried. Besides wanting to go right when you want to go left, he walks 100 meters, collapses from exhaustion demanding to be carried, then 100 meters further, marvels at a butterfly and wants to walk again, only to collapse 100 meters later and demand to be carried, then pick up a dead leaf 100 meters further and walk again… Immediately put away this carrying sling with which you might quickly end up tying it to a tree, and grab a preformed baby carrier  ! The latter remains clipped to your waist, and your toddler will be free to climb up and down as they wish without requiring too much manipulation on your part. Well secured against you, the carrying times will remain pleasant for both him and you. 3rd step: additional equipment You have the baby, the baby carrier, drinks, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, you're ready to go. We suggest you pack in your snack bag for your little one: cookies for an older child, a pre-filled bottle for a younger non-buttered, fresh air makes them hungry and they might feel hungry sooner than usual. You can also pack a small first aid kit with bandages, disinfectant, and an insect-repellent stick Our excursion is over, you now have all the basics to go hiking peacefully with your children! Now, just enjoy these beautiful moments shared with family.

The 10 places where a baby carrier is essential!

Because it’s our profession and we are here for that, we tested many situations with our children and compiled a list (not exhaustive!) of the 10 main places where carrying your baby is essential! 1 – Out for a walk in the countryside The stroller bouncing along with the baby on the dirt path, where you end up holding them with one arm while continuing to push the vehicle with the other to avoid too much jostling, is a big no-no. Special mention for mud that gets into the wheels and then redecorates your trunk and apartment. Consider directly a baby carrier, it will be more comfortable for everyone! 2 – In the city The city streets can quickly become a nightmare for young parents: too narrow sidewalks, poorly parked cars, stairs to climb, obstacles are numerous... Having your baby with you guarantees to preserve your daily mobility freedom! 3 – At the market The market and its small bustling alleys are typically places where you appreciate being able to "sneak" through and access stalls without moving all the people in front to keep the stroller beside you. A good opportunity to dust off grandma's shopping cart, which is much more practical than a stroller for storing provisions! 4 – At school Do you have a child to take to school? Know that in many schools, strollers are simply forbidden. Planning a carrying method allows you to both secure the journey with the greatest (easier to manage with your hands free), and to accompany them directly to their classroom without leaving the stroller outside and carrying the car seat (not recommended for your parenthood!). 5 – In public transportation Forget about traveling on public transport during rush hour with a stroller: you simply won’t be able to access the bus already crowded! Access to the metro is also conditioned on the proper functioning of elevators (when there are any!). As for the train, getting on and storing the stroller while managing the baby and luggage is a risky exercise. Bonus: People are less tempted to fiddle with a baby on you than in a stroller where they shouldn’t enter your space and where the temptation to go cooing is strong. 6 – On vacation The beach or the snowy slopes are clearly not the most suitable places to move a wheeled device. With the baby snugly secured on you, you can easily move around in the sand or snow. 7 – Tourist sites Have you noticed how many very touristy places are also paved? Did you also know that many monuments do not allow visits with a stroller that cannot circulate there? Travel with peace of mind by planning to bring a baby carrier that will allow you to go everywhere without constraints (especially when you are not sure about the layout of the place)! 8 – At the bar or restaurant This place is typically one where you might imagine using a stroller to have a drink or eat quietly while the baby is placed nearby. The reality is often less idyllic: after faxing the stroller between two tables with difficulty, once stopped, the baby wakes up and ends up… on your lap. 9 – At the supermarket Pushing and filling your shopping cart calmly without needing to juggle with the car seat (which, as a reminder, is not supposed to be balanced on top due to increased fall risks) and the crying baby asking to be picked up. 10 – At home! The most obvious conclusion: using a baby carrier at home allows you to eat, extend a machine, go to the bathroom (yes, we pass milestones as parents!), or do a few chores without being stuck on the sofa. This is the perfect everyday asset. In short, the baby carrier is the hands-free kit for young parents, ideal for continuing to go about their activities, move around, or go on vacation (almost) without constraints. And you, where have you carried your babies?!

How to choose your carrying method?

Choosing the most suitable carrying method for your needs is an important step for anyone who wants to carry their little baby, whether for daily activities or outdoor adventures. There are many different carrying methods, and we have created 3 diagrams to help you see more clearly. Here are three diagrams to assist you: How to choose a newborn baby carrier? How to choose a baby carrier from 4 months old? How to choose a baby carrier for one year and older?

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Baby Carrier

Are you looking to invest in a baby carrier but don't know how to choose? From price to online reviews, the number of carrying positions, and recommendations from friends, this article is here to help you sort through the questions you need to ask yourself before purchasing. 1 – Respect for physiology Let's start with the basics: respecting physiology is one of the criteria to keep at the top of the list! It impacts both your comfort and that of your baby . The carrying system must be flexible to respect the natural curve of the baby's back , allow him to be grouped with his knees higher than his hips, and promote body-to-body contact and proximity . Beware of ambivalent mentions of the "ergonomic" type, which are not really in line with true physiology (often slightly wider crotch, but always rigid backrest for example) 2 – Security Another important point: the baby carrier must comply with safety regulations . The main points to check are: Compliance with current standards which guarantee safe manufacturing, strong seams, etc. Textile standards guaranteeing the absence of toxic products in materials (Oekotex for example) The baby must be able to be carried upright with clear airways (no lying position, no material behind the head) 3 – Facing the world The forward-facing position is not recommended in the field of physiological babywearing. Indeed, it is a posture in which you cannot really allow your baby to sit in a squat position without ending up parallel , squashed, or arched because of your chest behind his back. The forward-facing position offers far too many stimuli that your little one cannot handle. And above all, it is a posture in which he is not one with you: he pulls you forward and obstructs your field of vision, thereby increasing the risk of falling with him. Brands offering forward-facing babywearing are responding to a public demand to open babies outwards to stimulate them, but at the expense of safety and respect for their physiology . This is a good way to assess the brand's overall ethics! 4 – The “Swiss army knife” baby carrier Being aware that buying a good baby carrier remains a significant budget, it is very logically tempting to invest in the model that will offer the most possibilities . We will then look for the baby carrier that allows carrying from birth to 4 years, in front and back, adapted to the mother of 1.50m but also to the father of 1.95m, which is practical and quick to install but comfortable, suitable for both everyday use and hiking, breathable in summer but warm in winter and which protects from the sun, wind and rain, and if it could also make coffee that would be perfect ! Consider a newborn, a one-year-old, and a four-year-old, and see the enormous disparities in their sizes, weights, motor development, and needs. No baby carrier can perfectly meet such different requirements! The same goes for uses , we could compare the baby carrier to a pair of shoes, we will not use the same pair depending on whether we want to go to the beach, just do a little shopping, or go hiking. It is therefore advisable to target the main need that we will have as well as the age of the baby to be carried, to look for a model that will adapt precisely to these criteria and not to be caught up in the illusion of the baby carrier that does everything (and which in fact does not exist). 5 – Too much simplicity Conversely, a carrying system sold as too simple should always be questionable. What has been cut to simplify its use ? Can the system still be properly adjusted to the size of the wearer and their baby? One-size-fits-all systems without any adjustment will never provide you with a satisfactory carrying experience ; they will always be too big or too small , leading to questions about the safety of their use. 6 – Anticipation of needs As we saw in point number 4, it is important to target our desires and constraints to choose the model that will be the most suitable. Be careful, however, not to anticipate too much! No one can know how it will wear 6 months or 1 year later and the risk is to make a choice that will not suit the needs of the present moment, nor later , and from which you will not benefit. Choose according to the needs you know, in order to fully enjoy these sweet moments with your little one and make the experience as pleasant and helpful on a daily basis as possible. 7 – Advice from friends and other internet comments Your friend whose baby is a few months older than yours assured you, " the Model X is gen-ial " and she swears by it! But on the internet, the Model Y also seems to be well-rated and has lots of good reviews. Who to believe? No one. Choosing a baby carrier is extremely subjective . It depends on the sensations you like and your body shape (preformed carriers have different cuts depending on the brand, for example, like clothes ). The Model X may have suited your girlfriend perfectly, while you will be terribly uncomfortable in it. Online reviews are also biased because they are rated by people who are mostly just as new to the subject as you are and will not have been able to try other systems to have points of comparison. Would you be as satisfied with the comfort of your 2CV if you had also tested a Mercedes before choosing? 8 – The price Quite counterintuitively, price is not necessarily a good selection criterion . While a low cost should indeed alert you to the overall quality and place of manufacture of the product, a high cost does not guarantee that the model is comfortable, physiological and safe! 9 – The soft textile Your baby seems tiny and fragile, and you dream of wrapping him in a cocoon of softness. Your choice might then fall on a very soft sling, so pleasant to the touch. But your cute, tiny baby will soon grow up. He's expected to gain about 1 kg per month and quickly start to kick more vigorously! A material barely thicker than a bodysuit or pajamas will quickly become difficult to handle and unusable in good conditions (we are looking for a baby carrier and not an item of clothing). A firmer fabric poses no problem on a newborn and will provide more lasting comfort. 10 – The baby carrier that stays in the closet Last but not least: the best baby carrier is always the one you REALLY see yourself carrying your little one in! While the baby sling is often cited as the ideal system, if you're not comfortable with it staying at the bottom of the closet, the benefit will be very limited. As long as the system is age-appropriate and safe for your baby , the main thing is that you are comfortable with it and comfortable using it. In short, choosing a baby carrier is very subjective and personal. Take the time to assess your needs and constraints, and don't hesitate to contact a baby carrier instructor for more specific advice, to try out different models, and to learn how to use them! Comparison of Néobulle preformed baby carriers

How to properly carry your baby?

You're expecting a baby or have just given birth, and you'd like to try babywearing, but you're not quite sure where to start (with the sling) or how to go about it. And the more links you read on the internet, the more lost you feel! This article is here to help you sort things out and start babywearing calmly. 1 – What is physiological babywearing? You have probably read this term at least 52 times, but what exactly does it refer to? We talk about physiological babywearing when it respects the natural posture of the little one. The main criteria to keep in mind are as follows: Rounded lower back: the spine of the newborn is naturally rounded, unlike that of an adult which forms a kind of S, it tends to form a slightly stretched C (like a comma). An upright back position corresponds, in terms of comfort, to an arched position in an adult, which can quickly become uncomfortable Knees higher than hips: raising the knees allows the baby to sit well into the hip socket and provides better comfort. To illustrate a posture that does not allow for grouping, you can think of sitting on a tall barstool with legs hanging down. These two criteria are of course to be considered in a very overall way. When the child grows, for example, their spine will gradually evolve to reach, around 18 months / 2 years, the shape we see in adults. From a newborn often very curled up, you will observe less and less pronounced rounding over the months, especially as the child wakes up and moves around. Some children are also more tonic than others and will not let you raise their knees higher than their hips, especially common in babies suffering from gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). This should not become a barrier or a source of stress; your baby does not face any risk of injury or poor development if they are not carried in a perfectly physiological way, the main thing is that they are carried and that it helps you in daily life. 2 – Your first babywearing system: your arms It is often overlooked, but your first babywearing tool is your arms! Before even considering using any baby carrier, it seems quite logical to start with the basics: being comfortable with handling your little one. It is recommended to handle your baby respecting their natural wrapping (see point number 1), we will ensure to limit traction and hyperextension postures. This involves avoiding especially lifting the baby by the armpits, preferring for example to first sit him down and then support him by the hips. Supporting your baby's pelvis provides comfort and stability; its base acts as a center of gravity. This reassures and calms him, and also makes handling him easier for you. For your comfort, you can prefer using your forearm as support instead of your hand: when carrying with your hand, you tense up enormously, which promotes tension even in the neck and can lead to wrist tendinitis. Moreover, the hand that carries between the baby's legs invites him to lean backward, which is the opposite of the desired effect. Generally speaking, don't hesitate to use your entire arm and torso to provide a good anchor for your little one without overloading your joints. Remember that when the child reaches 6kg (around 3-4 months), it’s equivalent to carrying a milk pack for several hours a day! Protect your body daily as it is essential from the start. Take the time to find areas on your torso where your baby fits perfectly (body fitting), then adjust the carrier at these points to prevent the head from tilting backward. 3 – Choosing the baby carrier Choosing your system is often the most difficult step! Wrap, sling, mei-tai, preformed carrier, do these words seem like Chinese to you? Don't panic, that's normal. It is true that the market has developed much faster than the usage instructions, and it’s easy to get lost! We invite you first to read our article on the 10 mistakes to avoid when buying a baby carrier, which can give you some useful tips on the subject. To simplify things a bit, we suggest you first evaluate your main need: are you considering practical carrying for home, quick errands or school runs, or rather longer duration carrying for baby naps or walks? The most practical systems are generally slings and preformed carriers . They settle in very quickly, don't drag on the ground, and allow you to immediately carry the baby. The most durable systems are generally the carrying wraps and the mei-tai. They require a bit more time to set up and adjust properly, but they allow for long-term carrying in the best conditions. Practicality and comfort unfortunately tend to oppose each other : the more we want a practical system, the fewer adjustments and settings it will have, and the less comfortable it will be (at least it will remain comfortable but less than others). Being comfortable will instead require a bit more manipulation, which doesn't really match ultra-fast setups. We could compare the wrap to a pair of hiking shoes and the sling to a pair of flip-flops : both are useful but not at the same time ! And just as we wouldn't walk long in flip-flops, we wouldn't wear hiking shoes to go pick up the mail. Do you want to carry both in daily life and during walks ? Rely on 2 different systems to get the best benefits ! 4 – Safety You have your arms, your baby carrier, your baby, and are well prepared for carrying, bravo ! Now let's talk about safety. The safety rules for carrying are quite basic : Baby vertical and facing you : lying in a system, it risks sinking and the fabric can limit good air circulation, these positions should be reserved exclusively for carrying in the arms. Facing outward is also to be avoided (increased risk of falling). Clear airways : your baby's head must always be free, with the carrier and covers pulled up high behind the neck. Is it cold ? Put a hat on! At worst, it's always better to have a small draft than a baby who can't breathe anymore. Clear airways also mean checking that the baby isn't sagging into the fabric: you can pass a finger between their chin and their chest. High carry on the chest : a too-low setup will tend to be too loose, and your baby might get squished. Well-adjusted baby carrier : the fabric wraps around your little one, the adjustments support them, and they can't slip underneath or fall. No sports activities : no running, cycling, skiing, or trampoline with the baby carried! Other important rules can also be added, even if less essential : Flexible clothing that doesn't hinder the baby. Whether in carrying or on the ground, favor loose and non-restrictive clothes; no one would nap or do yoga in slim jeans or a wedding dress, and neither would your baby ! No coat or snowsuit  : it is better to keep your little one as close to you as possible to promote thermoregulation. Thick materials hinder proper adjustments, tend to obstruct the airways, and press on the femoral artery, impairing blood circulation in the legs. Cover him from the outside with a carrying blanket or a coat, for example. Regular short breaks so that baby can move a little, ideally every 2-3 hours (which is convenient, as he will generally demand to suck or need his diaper changed around the same rhythm!). In summer, also remember to keep him well hydrated! Generally, regularly check that everything is OK during carrying. 5 – Choose the right moment Classic beginner mistake: "Baby is crying! Hmm, what if I put him in the sling I’ve never used in my life?" Equivalent: "Hey, shall we go take the first driving lesson at Place de l’Étoile in Paris?" You see, it’s a very bad idea! Even for an experienced carrier, installing a newborn in a remake of The Exorcist in a baby carrier is a delicate exercise. Aim for a moment when everything is OK: baby is calm and fed, you yourself are calm and unconstrained (appointment or other). The first setups are not meant to satisfy a need for carrying but a need to LEARN how to carry. In practice, it’s quite common for baby to cry during installations; this doesn’t mean he doesn’t like carrying but rather that he doesn’t like the setup in the carrier, which, let’s admit, is not the most pleasant step for him. Don’t hesitate to go all the way as you can (this is not the time to aim for perfect adjustment), walk to calm him down, and then revisit the adjustments afterward. 6 – Enjoy! That’s it, you’re finally ready! The main thing now is to enjoy these sweet moments with your little heart! Take your time to learn calmly and without pressure, aiming for reasonable goals at first: a baby who breathes and doesn’t fall. Ease and comfort will come gradually over time. Don’t hesitate to also get support from a carrying instructor! Happy carrying!

Essential care for baby

Everything is ready, the nursery, the cuddly toys, and the bag for the maternity hospital… All that's left is to go! And the day of the big meeting arrives! We are amazed by this little bundle… by so much perfection. These tiny fingers with tiny nails at the tips, so delicate… And happiness fills us, we already know each other while discovering ourselves… Breastfeeding begins and sometimes comes with minor tummy troubles: small cries, a tense belly, knees drawn up… Ah ah ah… little colics? That's when I remember that grandma Lison offered me a magical box, she said! Everything for baby’s little bumps, natural and organic herbal potions. I discover Calm Bidou, full of promises just in the name! A tummy massage and sometimes just applying it on the lower back, just above the buttocks, and I see that it soothes quickly. So it becomes a ritual during the first weeks, giving the little intestines time to properly establish their function too! Now, two months have passed with life gently flowing with baby, the routines are taking shape, the rhythm is gradually emerging… It’s time for his big brother to go to school, and here, after two weeks, his nose is running and of course, he transmits some germs to his little sister… And now his nose starts running too… grrrr! Let’s check the magical box from Grandma Lison… Achoo! In addition to nasal irrigation, here’s a new ritual: chest massage or foot sole massage (which is easier depending on how many layers of clothing are on to reach the area 😉). In four days, it’s resolved! Phew! Second challenge, boo-boo overcome! They don’t always tell us everything… But since it’s winter, I continue with one application per day under his little feet, a comforting massage that also helps strengthen his natural immunity to block future runny noses! Six months later, it’s no longer the adorable little baby who doesn’t move… she’s making herself heard! But now, we hear her much better: grumpy, red cheeks, drooling everywhere… I sense the third challenge looming, and not the least: teeth! This is serious business! Disrupted sleep, inconsolable baby… I give a chilled rattle, it helps but it starts again, I need to rotate wisely, always have some ready, a real race against time! Hey, First Teeth … I had forgotten the magic box offered by Grandma Lison… and here it is really magical! Immediate relief. A drop on the finger (so practical to put on) and my finger massaging the gum (and sometimes getting crushed by the pitbull marchers of Miss), several times a day, and you can really feel that it does good! We don’t quite get through it… The first tooth cuts through after a few days, with the smile and sleep restored! This product is so great, it relieves pain, softens the gum, and allows the little teeth to push through in relative calm… 9 months… "Look darling, she’s really gotten the hang of crawling, she’ll be walking soon!" But don’t expect everything… and bam… the table leg right in the forehead and the first bump! This time all the magic sticks are ready to draw—Bam! I just put it on the emerging bump and the magic again… Baby relieved resumes exploring, and miracle—after a few hours, the bump diminishes after two applications, and not even a bruise! It remains to test the Little Bobo (the second emergency stick from the magic box offered by Grandma Lison)… And it was his big brother who gave it to him a few days later by falling flat on his stomach at the square: screaming "maman…", scraped knees, tears streaming down his cheeks… With my square nurse diploma in hand, I take out a small tissue to wipe the gravel and my Little Bobo roll because it doesn’t sting, it relieves, cleans, and PLUS, he can put it on all by himself like a big kid! This also greatly limits the tears!!! Little Bobo and Bam-Bam will become essentials in my bag and on our outings because bruises, bumps, small burns, blisters, and scratches won’t last long! So thank you Grandma Lison for introducing me to magical herbal potions to soothe my two mischievous treasures because we are quite unprepared for these everyday little injuries… unfortunately, we don’t have parenting classes to manage all the hazards of our new role 😊! And it’s still much better to work with natural resources when possible… especially when you see how well she made the tiny fingers of our little one… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQE5Wr4XvVc

Winter and baby, how to boost their natural defenses?

Antivirals, antinfectious agents…essential oils are particularly effective in fighting winter ailments. They are excellent allies to help the body fight viruses and other illnesses. Especially in children and babies, some essential oils are very useful and help strengthen the immune system naturally and safely. They can be applied as a chest massage or on the soles of the feet. However, always be careful to use them diluted and properly dosed! Ravintsara essential oil is a powerful antiviral and is remarkable for stimulating the immune system. Remember to use ravintsara essential oil whenever you want to boost natural defenses.  Linalool thyme essential oil is an anti-infectious. Linalool thyme is the gentlest of the thymes for fighting all kinds of infections in the most sensitive, especially respiratory infections (rhinitis, rhino-pharyngitis, bronchitis, etc.). Eucalyptus radiata essential oil is the useful essential oil for decongesting the upper respiratory system and also has an immune-stimulating effect. Well tolerated by the skin, it differs from the very powerful Eucalyptus globulus essential oil, which is not recommended for very young children. Discover our Atchoum care range made in the Loire, utilizing the properties of these essential oils.

Are essential oils endocrine disruptors?

There is much talk about endocrine disruptors, but what exactly is an endocrine disruptor? An endocrine disruptor is a substance capable of interfering with our hormonal system by inducing a harmful effect on health. Critical periods of development where hormonal regulation is particularly important (during fetal development, early childhood, puberty or adolescence, pregnancy), exposure to endocrine disruptors can be concerning. A multitude of substances can be endocrine disruptors, but certain pesticides and plastic components have been found to be endocrine disruptors, such as bisphenol A for example, which is now banned in baby bottles and food containers. A national program to identify endocrine disruptors is underway to regulate them. Are essential oils suspected of being endocrine disruptors? In the media, a scientific study has been reported multiple times, where American researchers demonstrated an endocrine disruption after applying cosmetic products containing lavender and tea tree essential oils. Notably, 60 Million Consumers relayed this study, raising fears and mistrust among consumers regarding these essential oils without any real basis! Since its publication, this study has been cited hundreds of times as a reference for the estrogenic or endocrine-disrupting activity of lavender or tea tree essential oils without additional data. This study has been criticized by many authors on several points and other studies have shown that these essential oils do not disrupt the endocrine system. The SCCS, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety of the European Commission, discredited this study itself. Some authors attribute the endocrine effect noted in the American study to phthalates contained in plastics or pesticides that may have contributed to the effect. And what about Neobulle products? At Neobulle, we pay close attention both in the choice of ingredients and in our packaging choices. We select high-quality and organic essential oils. Our certification body, Bureau Veritas, regularly conducts tests on our finished products to check for the absence of pesticides. We choose packaging free of phthalates for plastics or made of glass with good chemical resistance. We remain very attentive to the evolution of techniques and scientific research in this field.