Baby skin, especially the newborn, is very thin. This thin skin indicates that the baby's immune system is also fragile. Detergents and baby care products containing chemicals, fragrances, and dyes on their clothes can make these sensitive baby skin reddish, irritation, dry, rash, and itching.
Babies are also susceptible to common skin diseases such as eczema, diaper rash, acne, dry skin, and cradle cap. Fortunately, most rashes or baby skin diseases are harmless and can disappear by themselves. And because the baby's skin is very thin, sensitive, and easy to irritate, the treatment is easily difficult. Here are some tips that can help protect the baby's skin from irritation.
Bathe, but not too often
Parents may take a shower twice a day, but not for babies. Warm water baths three times a week are enough for the baby, but babies may be bathed more often if the skin is dirty. Too often taking a shower makes baby skin lose natural oil that protects the skin. If this happens, the baby's skin can be dry and even exacerbate irritation.
Until the cord of the navel is off, clean the baby's skin (especially the fold in the armpit, neck, knee, back of the ear, toes, and the area around the genitals) with a clean wet lap. If you can be bathed, fill in the baby's bath with 2-inch water. Bathe the baby for 3-5 minutes with warm and clean water is enough to clean the skin.
If you use soap, make sure the soap is specifically for babies and contains natural ingredients that are suitable for baby skin and pH that are suitable for the skin. In addition, it can also use soap containing Lactic Acid and Lactoserum. One study states that using soap containing two substances can be an option to prevent bacteria on the skin. Other research also states that soap with low pH as in products containing both of these materials can help maintain moisture and inhibit germ growth in a baby's skin. Baby soap with lower pH is also said to keep the moisture of sensitive baby skin. And if the baby has hair, collapse her hair every time you take a shower.
Often replace diapers
Diaper rash on baby skin usually appears because diapers are rarely replaced. To prevent irritation and reddish skin, it is recommended to immediately replace the diaper after the baby urinates or is large. Don't wait for hours to change baby diapers because if left for a long time, the baby's skin will experience a rash and even infection due to irritation. Clean the baby's genital area with clean water and soft towels, not with baby cleaning products containing fragrance or alcohol. These materials are irritant materials that can irritate a baby's skin that is still thin and sensitive.
Sort baby clothes
Choose your child's clothes from soft cotton and always wash them first with the detergent-free fragrance before use. Even better if washing clothes and other equipment to clean the baby, like a towel or lap separately with the clothes of parents. Clothing and equipment for babies should be washed using a detergent specifically for soft babies and does not contain fragrance.
No need to powder
Experts say if the powder particles can be inhaled by the baby, enter into their lungs, and cause respiratory problems. The use of powder is also not required to maintain the cleanliness of the skin. If you want to give powder, it is recommended that it doesn't give too much powder, just apply thin and when the baby shower, use soap that doesn't contain fragrances, antibacterial or deodorant to bathe the baby to minimize irritation.
Choose baby products
Always choose care products (soap, shampoo, lotion, moisturizer, detergent, cream) which is specifically made for baby needs. Products for babies generally do not contain fragrance or irritant materials that can make the skin irritated. Parents need to pay attention to whether the product used is suitable for their baby or not. If after using a baby product it appears a rash, itching, or fussy because the skin is irritated, immediately stop using the product.
How do you choose good baby soap? Thin and sensitive baby skin tends to be easily irritated when bathed with high pH soap made from alcohol, deodorant, antibacterial, and fragrance. Experts recommend that good baby soap is a soft-made soap that is specially produced for babies. Infant soap with low pH can maintain the balance of pH levels on the baby's skin and prevent damage to the skin.
If the baby's skin looks rash, bumps, crust, or wounds and it is often fussy because the skin is irritating and inflamed, it's a sign that your baby doesn't match the product used. Immediately stop the use of the product and consult a doctor to get the handling and advice of your baby's skincare better.
As the most valuable treasure, your child does need extra attention to always be healthy and develop well. By providing proper skincare, the baby's skin will remain awake moisture and also healthy.
Parents need to pay attention to the content contained in baby care products and soap, shampoo, detergent, ingredients. Soap or shampoo with pH is relatively low with non-irritative materials can be an option to treat baby skin.
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