Most parents agree that one of the most difficult elements of potty training will be helping their child learn how to clean themselves properly after using the toilet. Children's underdeveloped hygiene habits have regularly left parents with no option but to deal with this job for them. In response to this frequent challenge, Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH, has created Pampers Kandoo, a flushable toilet wipe sold in the U.K. and France that allows kids clean up with no parents' help. Pampers Kandoo is geared toward kids ages 3-7, who, according to P&G's research, are just starting to learn daily hygiene. Kandoo promotes better hygiene habits and helps children gain independence.

"Parents are ready to promote their child's development in studying this new undertaking but only with reassurance that the kid will be sterile," explained Ioannis Hatzopoulos, European external relations director for P&G baby care. "Children that are in this age bracket are eager to demonstrate their independence following potty training and Kandoo gives them this chance. Mothers and dads will not have to get involved, giving children a sense of accomplishment and parents a feeling of pride Kandoo's kid-preferred odor, easy-open lid and adorable graphics makes it more enjoyable, effective and easy to learn than standard toilet paper."https://twitter.com/Bestflushtoilet

Kandoo wipes comprise a biodegradable viscose fiber substrate, which can be interlaced during manufacturing to make a soft, stretchy and cushion-like cloth that feels comfortable from the kid's skin. The substrate is impregnated using a water-based emulsion which contains skin care and cleansing ingredients.

Kandoo wipes resemble moist baby wipes concerning their rectangular form but are slightly smaller. "The rectangular shape was designed and confirmed through Pampers' research to be the ideal size for childrens' small hands," explained Mr. Hatzopoulos. "Pampers Kandoo works better than dry bathroom tissue because of its cleansing creams."

Kandoo's packaging also appeals to young kids. The melon-scented wipes are packaged in a bright purple and easy-open lime pop-up bathtub. "Functionally, it empowers children to use the product by themselves," Mr. Hatzopoulos explained. "Emotionally, it makes this everyday task just a little bit more enjoyable and powerful."

Pampers Kandoo was launched in the U.K. in July 2002 and hit store shelves in France in August. The product, now only available in Europe in a tub of 60 sheets, has a retail value ranging from $4. 15-$6.25. Refill packs, which also include 60 sheets, cost $3.15-3.65. Kandoo is the very first flushable toilet wipe provided by P&G in France along with the U.K. P&G executives wouldn't speculate about the possibility for Kandoo entering additional geographic locations.Read more

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P&G's research efforts also have uncovered the need to get a wipe to get a baby's sensitive skin. Pampers Sensitive Wipes, that state the infant's skin without causing irritation, are comprised of an interlaced viscose and polypropylene fiber strand and therefore are moistened with a water-based emulsion which includes skin care components. The wipes are very similar to Kandoos because the wipes use the same interlaced fiber manufacturing method, which provides softness and stretch.

"Pampers Sensitive Wipes are developed in close conjunction with health care professionals and provide outstanding care for baby's sensitive skin," explained Mr. Hatzopoulos.

Pampers Sensitive Wipes were found in Europe in 2000 only recently became available worldwide. In the U.S., the wipes cost $2.99 for a 72-count tub.https://plus.google.com/u/1/communities/117995673322407246666

"Pampers Kandoo and Sensitive Wipes have brought innovation on the wipes market to better meet the needs of parents and toddlers," Mr. Hatzopoulos explained.