Dry, itchy or eczema-prone baby skin
Gentle bath and moisturising habits for dry, itchy baby skin, and when to ask the clinic.
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Keep baths short and lukewarm
Hot water and long soaks can leave skin drier. A short, lukewarm bath is gentler. Test the water with your wrist or elbow first, and stay right there with a hand on baby the whole time.
Swap soap for something softer
Bath baby with a cream instead of soap so the skin doesn’t dry out. Baby Aqueous Cream is made for this, and the fragrance-free one is suitable from birth. Bath Drops soften the water and are effective on dry skin associated with eczema.
Moisturise straight after every bath
Pat the skin dry, then smooth on moisturiser while it’s still a little damp. Baby Moisturising Cream is an ideal moisturiser for dry and eczema-prone skin: it contains Cetomacrogol to help with moisture, it’s SLS, colour and fragrance free, and it can be used from birth.
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Moisturise often, not just once
Dry skin usually needs moisturiser more than once a day. Smoothing it on at nappy changes and before bed makes it an easy habit.
Choose soft, simple things
Dress baby in soft cotton, keep nails short so scratching does less harm, and avoid overheating with too many layers. Fragrance-free products are a gentle choice for sensitive skin.
When to see the clinic or a doctor
Eczema is something your clinic, GP or paediatrician can help you manage. See them if the skin is cracked, bleeding, weeping or crusting, if it looks infected, if the itch is stopping baby from sleeping, or if it isn’t improving with gentle care.
Always check with your clinic sister, midwife or doctor if you’re worried.
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Baby Moisturising Cream
For dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin. SLS, colour and fragrance free.
R 59,99Moisturising 500ml
