Caring for baby’s skin

Since a baby’s immature skin is more sensitive and vulnerable to dry air, dust and chemicals like soap, he is more likely to suffer from dryness and skin issues like eczema. Therefore, moisturising well will add a protective layer to the skin.

Get a good lotion

Make sure a good fragrance- and preservative-free lotion or cream is an essential part of your sweetie’s skincare routine. Creams have more oil content and less water as opposed to lotions, which have more water and much less oil content. When the child has sensitive skin or eczema, it is better to use moisturising creams as opposed to lotions to seal moisture into the skin, especially after a bath.

Baby skincare tips

• Use warm, not hot water to bathe your bub.
• Limit the use of soap.
• Keep bath time short and avoid bubble baths.
• Avoid using rough wash cloths.
• Pat rather than rub your baby’s skin dry.
• Apply cream soon after drying baby as the cream will seal in any moisture from the bath onto his skin.