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
Skin care in general is very important in this highly polluted environment we live in today. But one cannot treat an adult and a baby in the same way. Babies skin is more sensitive than any other adult person. It cannot withstand excessive or in adequate heat or cold environments.
A Babies skin does not let out excessive water and toxins in the form of sweat in order to maintain inner body temperature. Because of less sweating, the inner temperature is not properly taken care of. To top it, Babies skin is very thin when compared to an adult’s skin and formation or attack of bacteria is more probable when there are rashes on it.
Proper skin care has to be ensured to protect Baby from harmful allergens. For a new born baby, several changes occur in the first few months. Some changes might appear like a rash, which eventually disappear with time. however, there are some skin problems that you cannot ignore. Few Skin conditions that’s common in a baby are Heat rash, Infant Acne, Cradle Cap, Chafing and Eczema.
Heat rash generally erupts due to intense heat or humidity and undeveloped sweat glands. They appear in the form of small pink pimples. In hot environment or weather, do not dress baby with heavy clothes, try to keep clothes light and loose.
Infant acne also is a very common problem in Babies. When an infant is born, he retains the hormones of the mother and hence such acne develops. Though no external medication is required, yet if these remain for long time, then consult a doctor immediately.
Cradle cap is nothing but small patch formation on the scalp. This happens due to over active glands in Baby’s scalp. Simple solution to this would be wiping gently with baby oil regularly and leaving it for few minutes. Also brush or comb the baby once done.
Chafing results when there is friction between the baby and his clothes. Try to remove or change the clothes to ensure that friction is not created. Even if such chafing occurs, you can apply regular baby cream to subside it.
Lastly, Eczema is a genetically determined common skin condition which is also known as atopic dermatitis. Keep the skin dry and clean. Consult pediatrician or health care professional for proper medication.
By: Tom Schavo