Baby acne is a common newborn condition.It is recognized based on the timing and appearance.This form of acne is a normal stage that is difficult to prevent. It is relatively mild in nature and erupts in the form of small red rashes or white heads.Usually it is commonly seen when the child is around 3 to 4 months old.Acne in babies is a common condition of small pimples and reddish area on the baby’s face.

The acne gets aggravated if the baby continuously keeps touching the swellings.It is not contagious and you cannot “catch it” from anyone. Acne problems can resurface during the teen years when the child’s own hormonal system becomes fully functional.

This type of acne results when some maternal hormones travel through the placenta and reach the fetus. Baby acne will not leave any scars on your baby’s skin, however it can be extremely irritating and itchy for the baby. It usually clears up within a few weeks, but it can linger for months.While a surprise to most parents, baby acne is a result of a natural and well-known occurrence.It does not show up immediately after the birth of an infant. Baby feeds on mother’s milk to grow and build immunity systems thus your lifestyle inter-relates to your baby.

Skin conditions such as acne appear on many people who are stressed out, and chronic skin conditions then to get worse. Skin care for acne becomes much more effective, for example, when you make sure to eat good, nutritious foods. Skin is the largest organ in the body and serve as the protective layer of the system that is why it is a responsibility of each and everyone to take good care of their skin since the skin is one.

Treatment for this form of acne is simple and uncomplicated. Treatment of this disease takes few weeks of time, and gets resolved naturally. The treatment is natural and with time, it eventually cleans the face. Despite this or perhaps because of the lack of knowledge, treatments are available. The most effective over-the-counter treatment for this acne is actually an ionic colloidal silver solution. It will eventually, if untreated, go away, however, the most common treatment is a vinegar solution. Your pediatrician probably won’t prescribe any treatment unless the symptoms looks severe enough to scar. As baby acne does not normally require any treatment however it would certainly be advisable to consult a pediatrician before purchasing any of these treatments. The best treatment for this form of acne, usually, is usually none at all.

Baby acne is not uncommon among newborns and same like adult acne, it has a special name ‘infantile acne’. Normally, it is harmless and usually resolves on its own within several weeks. This acne is simply a hormonal reaction within the baby’s body shortly after birth of the baby’s hormones reacting to maternal hormones. It is not a serious problem and, with the proper care and treatment, most of the time, can be alleviated quite easily and effectively.

By: Sonny Castro

There is nothing more gentle and beautiful than baby skin, and similarly nothing more delicate. Baby skin is very vulnerable during the initial three years and tends to lose moisture as its functions are not completely developed.

It is three times thinner than the adult skin, therefore less resistant and highly susceptible to dryness, irritants and several skin problems. Hence, you must give special attention towards caring for their skin and keeping it healthy and soft.
Important tips on how to give that extra loving care for your baby

1. Oil massage and bathing tips

i. Use oil that has been boiled and then cooled, which can even be your cooking oil or some special baby oil, ensuring to apply on the creases of buttocks and thighs as well.

ii. Since the PH level of babies is much higher than that of adults, use special baby soaps that are mild and high in fatty content, and mild shampoos that do not make their scalp dry

iii. Dry the skin properly after bath.

2. Healthy eating habits. Following a healthy and natural diet will ensure that the skin of the baby grows well and remains healthy

3. Avoid use of talc. Avoid use of talc as its abrasive nature can cause skin irritations

4. Use appropriate clothes. Use cotton clothes that are light and soft

5. Be diligent about baby products. Make sure you check with your pediatrician before using any baby product. Also check to see if the baby develops allergies to a particular product by applying a small sample on the skin and looking for any reaction a few hours later.

6. Use of mild detergents. Use only mild detergents for washing baby clothes. To test if your baby is allergic to the product touch the skin of your baby with the product and see if any reaction occurs a few hours later.

7. Avoid overexposure to sun. The skin of the baby has very less melanin and therefore exposure to sun for a long period can result in sunburns.

8. Check and Change the nappy quite often. To prevent repeated exposure to wetness and irritants such as faeces that can damage the skin in the nappy area, make sure to check the nappy often and also change them as required

9. Use moisturizers and lotions appropriately. To keep the skin healthy it is necessary to keep it well hydrated. For this purpose, use mild baby lotions and creams that come highly recommended and meet the following fulfilled criteria

i. Safe, Gentle, Mild

ii. Tested for allergies and proven negative towards formation of allergies

iii. Alcohol free

iv. Soothing and comforting without any irritant qualities

10. Visiting the doctor. If you notice any allergy reactions, or skin problems in your baby, always consult your doctor for good, sound medical advice. Do not put it off as some reactions could be indicators of serious conditions.

A happy baby is a healthy baby, so give the best care you can for your little ones, tending to their skin care, food habits and emotional as well as physical upbringing.

By: Louise Forrest

A newborn’s skin is soft and delicate. Proper skin care and bathing can help maintain the health and texture of the baby’s skin. It is important to understand that to take care of Baby’s skin the most natural way is often best. Newborn baby may have some skin conditions that seem unusual to you. Most are fairly common such as Baby acne is a red, pimply rash on the face. Generally, it disappears over time. Cutis marmorata is a condition where the skin looks like pinkish-blue marble when exposed to cold temperatures. Erythema toxicum is a common, splotchy red rash that can affect newborns. Some have firm yellow or white bumps surrounded by a flare of red. The rash tends to come and go on different parts of the body. Vernix is a greasy white substance that coats and protects baby’s skin in the mother’s uterus. Some babies are born with lots of vernix still on their skin.

Milia are tiny whiteheads on your baby’s face. It is harmless and can be washed or wiped off. Crusty patches on scalp. Overactive glands in your baby’s scalp can cause cradle cap. If so, use a mild soap containing olive, coconut, or palm oil and possibly herbal extracts such as calendula. Contrary to popular thought, most babies may only need to be bathed two or three times a week or every other day. Baths can be given any time of day. Bathing before a feeding often works well. Sponge baths are required at first. Bathing in a tub of water should wait until the baby’s umbilical cord falls off, and a baby boy’s circumcision heals, to prevent infection. Contact dermatitis can develop after your baby’s skin comes into contact with something irritating or that she’s allergic to. Keep your child’s skin moist. After bathing, apply moisturizer within three minutes to retain the moisture in the skin. Avoid sudden temperature changes.

Avoid using soap if possible and do not scrub skin with washcloth. If soap is needed, use mild, moisturizing, unscented soap. Heat rash also problem baby skin and causes little bumps on the skin that can show up when your baby overheats. Keep your baby comfortably cool by dressing him in loose-fitting, light cotton clothing, especially in warm, humid weather. Massaging lotions and oils into your baby’s skin can relieve irritation. But anything you use should be free of petrochemicals , which are themselves irritants. Premature babies skin is even more delicate, so it is important to withhold all products until their approximate due date, as their skin takes longer to mature. If your baby is overdue, his/her skin may well be dry and cracked. Don’t be tempted to use any creams or lotions. If night-time itching is a problem, use a cold, damp washcloth to soothe the child’s skin.

Baby Skin Care Tips

1. Babies’ skin needs cleaning and cares for a healthy function during their growth.

2. Humidity causes macerations. Don’t use talc. It is abrasive and irritates the skin.

3. Protect baby skin from sunburn as well as associated problems such as freckles and premature wrinkles.

4. Avoid frequent baths for eczema.

5. Keep baby’s skin from becoming dry and itchy by adding non-allergenic oil to the bathwater.

6. If your baby has seborrheic dermatitis, a mild hydrocortisone cream (0.5%) is safe and usually effective.

7. Apply unscented petroleum jelly or a cream with zinc oxide to the skin of the diaper area to protect and lubricate for diaper rash.

8. Avoid using baby powder or talc.

By: Juliet Cohen