SAFETY TIPS FOR CARNIVAL COSTUMES

Carnival and shops full of costumes and accessories for children and adults are here. They are items that may pose a risk to children, so when buying them as well as using them, it is worth taking into account some Safety tips for Carnival costumes.

Buy from trusted sites: The first thing to pay attention to is that the place where we bought the costume, although this is not a total guarantee of safety. Today we can acquire them in establishments of different categories and at very varied prices. From toy stores, costume shops, large stores, bazaars and online stores.
Verify tagging that guarantees the safety of the costume, with the European Community stamp, as well as brand and data of the manufacturer, in case there is a claim.
Choose non-flammable materials, preferably cotton, to avoid allergic reactions, and keep the child away from any source of intense heat (flames, stoves, flares, cigarettes, fireworks, etc.). The main danger of costumes is the high risk of flammability, and therefore the risk of burns. The materials with which most of them are manufactured ignite easily.
Must be also avoid the use of masks and masks without ventilation because of the risk of suffocation, and often obstruct vision. For the little ones, avoid masks that completely cover the head; They can cause overheating or suffocation.
Should be avoid the use of cords, especially in the neck area, due to the risk of strangulation, as well as feathers or ties or buttons that could pose a choking hazard. In any case, the disguised child must be supervised by an adult at all times.
In the case of using face makeup, the paints should be non-toxic and hypoallergenic. Avoid contact with eyes and remove them properly.

We hope these useful Safety tips for Carnival costumes come well to choose the best way to characterize your children with greater peace of mind in the coming days.