🧸 Types of Reborn Bodies: Vinyl, Cloth Body or Silicone – Which One Should You Choose?

🧸 Types of Reborn Bodies: Vinyl, Cloth Body or Silicone – Which One Should You Choose?

When choosing a Reborn doll, one of the most important aspects to consider is the body type. This choice influences not only the visual realism but also the sensation of holding, dressing, or playing with the doll.

In this article, we explain the differences between the main body types used in Reborn dolls: vinyl, cloth, and silicone – so you can make the choice that best suits your preferences or needs.

🧵 Cloth Body with Vinyl Limbs

This is the most common body type for Reborn dolls. It consists of a torso made of soft fabric, with vinyl arms, legs, and head.

✅ Advantages:

Lighter and more comfortable to the touch

Ideal for children, due to its softness

Easy to dress with real baby clothes

More affordable price

It gives the sensation of a “hug” when picked up.

⚠️ Disadvantages:

The cloth trunk cannot be washed

Does not allow bathing or exposure to water

Less suitable for full body photoshoots

🧍 Full Body Vinyl

Some Reborn dolls have a full vinyl body, including the torso, which allows for a more uniform appearance and consistent texture across the body.

✅ Advantages:

Visually more realistic in naked photos

Can be cleaned more easily

Allows for more versatile poses

⚠️ Disadvantages:

Stiffer to the touch

It may be heavier and less comfortable on the lap.

Less realistic to the touch compared to silicone

🫧 Full Body Silicone

Silicone is the most realistic material to the touch, used in high-end dolls. These dolls are molded entirely from soft silicone, making them look incredibly similar to a real baby.

✅ Advantages:

Ultra-realistic, soft and smooth texture

Allows bathing (with special care)

Sensation to the touch identical to the skin of a newborn

Ideal for therapeutic purposes

⚠️ Disadvantages:

Very high price

Requires specific care in cleaning and maintenance

Can easily attract dust or hair

More fragile – not suitable for small children

🤔 So, Which One Should I Choose?

The choice of body type depends on the use you intend to give the doll:

For kids: Cloth body with vinyl limbs (lighter and safer)

For collectors and photography: Full body in vinyl or silicone

For therapeutic purposes or extreme realism: Soft silicone body

At Maison Reborn, we always clearly indicate each doll's body type so you can make the right choice. If you have any questions, please contact us—we'll be happy to help!

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