7 Ways to Protect Your Baby's Sensitive Skin
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Make baths a part of your nighttime routine
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Ditch the harsh soap
Use a moisturiser after baths
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Avoid irritating ingredients
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Keep the diaper area clean
and protected
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Use a sunscreen formulated for little ones
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Make baths a part of
your nighttime routine
Experts recommend baths at least two to three times a week for newborns and infants. “Regular bathing helps keep the skin clean and removes potentially harmful bacteria,” says Dr. Borysiewicz. Frequent baths also provide an opportunity for infant-parent bonding. Including a bath
as part of your baby or toddler’s nightly routine may
even improve their sleep.
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“Avoid soaps as these will strip natural protective oils from your children’s skin,” recommends Dr. Borysiewicz.
Lipikar Syndet AP+ is an ultra-gentle body wash for dry,
itchy skin that can be used on newborn babies and the whole family. It protects your baby's delicate skin from the drying effects of water, provides 24-hour hydration, and
is also suitable for use on eczema-prone skin.
Ditch the harsh soap
“Using a regular moisturiser will help soothe and
support your child's skin,” says Dr. Borysiewicz.
Lipikar Baume AP+M is a hydrating, soothing balm by
La Roche-Posay Baby for the whole family, including newborn babies. Its minimalist, hypoallergenic formula is specifically designed for dry, itchy skin and also suitable for eczema-prone skin. It offers triple action efficacy: immediate soothing, anti-scratching, and anti-dry skin flare-ups. Plus, it helps rebalance the skin microbiome.
Use a moisturiser after baths
“Avoid unnecessary ingredients that may irritate your baby’s skin — choose a product that is safe to use,” suggests Dr. Borysiewicz. Common allergens found in skin care products include fragrances, dyes, and sulfates. These ingredients may hide behind vague names, so be sure to carefully inspect the ingredients list on your
baby’s skin care products.
Avoid irritating ingredients
“Keep the nappy area clean and protected with a barrier cream,” suggests Dr. Borysiewicz. Change your baby’s diapers as often as needed to keep the area clean and dry. Wash the area with water alone or a pH-balanced wipe that’s free of irritants or harsh detergents, then pat dry. Cicaplast Balm B5 is a
multi-purpose balm that is suitable for babies from 3 months. The gentle formula soothes, restores, and protects babies' delicate skin, making it an ideal nappy balm.
Keep the diaper area
clean and protected
The British Skin Foundation recommends using a sunscreen with SPF 50+ for children older than 6 months and keeping babies 0–6 months out of direct sunlight to protect their delicate skin. “Protect your children from sun exposure, seek cool shade and use a broad spectrum sunscreen,” says Dr. Borysiewicz. Anthelios Baby Lotion SPF50+ provides a high UVA/UVB sun protection for sensitive skin. The water-resistant formula is specifically designed for babies from 6 months and can be used on face and body.
Use a sunscreen
formulated for little ones
Sensitive skin may be a symptom of an underlying skin condition, such as eczema or psoriasis, that could benefit from additional treatment. Eczema is particularly common in young children, occurring in about 1 in 5 kids in the UK.
It often develops before a baby’s first birthday. “Eczema can be overwhelming and a challenge to manage,” says
Dr. Borysiewicz. “Seek help if you are struggling.”
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