Parasol Clear and Dry Review

Parasol Essentials for baby make diapers and wipes. It is a company founded on the belief that baby products should be safe and eco-conscious. They believe that eco-friendly diapers don't have to be bulky or rough. The company makes efforts to use fewer materials from sustainably managed forests, less packaging materials, and reduced shipping waste, so their diapers have a smaller overall footprint.

Performance Comparison

Likes

Whoa! What do we like? Well, just about everything. The Parasol diaper has some of the best absorption test results we've ever seen.

With almost no green fake urine showing up on the transfer paper, we can attest that it rapidly absorbed our urine fast and locked it away in the core, providing a drier surface area for little one's sensitive skin. Test after test yielded equally impressive results, showing consistency and quality across diapers.

This option also has great leak protection, both in our lab and as reported by users online. With fewer leaks and blowouts reported, you'll be doing less laundry and cleaning up fewer messes to bedding, clothing, and other gear.

Next up? This diaper is both comfy and durable. Compared to other diapers, we found this option to be soft, almost towel-like, but it does have more texture on the inside than most.

While some folks thought this might be scratchy, it still feels soft, and the texture is unnoticeable on the face. Durability is also impressive, with no leaking SAP reports or faulty tabs.

We didn't have any issues with splitting back sheets or other problems during testing. They aren't as stretchy as some of the competition, so one thing to note would be ensuring you have a good fit without pulling any part too much, causing it to tear.

Parasol is both a green diaper and designed with a baby's sensitive skin in mind. It is manufactured using totally chlorine-free methods using sustainable forest resources. Its “dry-lock” technology helps decrease the amount of wood pulp required per diaper. This diaper has earned the Nordic Swan Eco Label, PEFC Forest Sustainability, PETA Cruelty-Free and Vegan, Original Excellent Dermatest FSC, and is ROHS compliant. For a disposable diaper, it is clear they are taking their environmental impact seriously. For baby's skin, this diaper is free of fragrances, lotions, and latex, and uses water-based inks on the back sheet only.

Dislikes

There are only two things to dislike about the Parasol, price, and availability. This diaper is over fifty cents per diaper, which means a day of 10 diapers will cost you five dollars. This feels like a lot because it is. With high-performing diapers sporting prices closer to a quarter each, you can spend half as much to buy something almost as great. We suspect saving money is high on the list of most new parents, but whether or not you can or want to afford the Parasol will be personal.

Second, these diapers are largely only available online. While this might be seen as a benefit to some who frequently shop online and are good at staying on top of supplies, for others, it could be frustrating when you realize you've run out and have to find a locally available brand to fill in the gap while you wait for a delivery of new diapers. While not a deal-breaker, it is worth noting.

Should You Buy the Parasol?

If you are looking for a green diaper free from most irritants that is earth-friendlier with outstanding absorption and leak prevention, then the Parasol should be your number one choice. With impressive results in every metric, it stands out from the rest, with a high score never before seen in disposable diapers. It is also comfy, durable, and available to order online. While this diaper is one of the most expensive, with a price over fifty cents per diaper, its price is really its only flaw. However, if your budget allows for such things, we think most families will love what Parasol has to offer.

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