Baby Skincare and its link to Baby Eczema

Skin Make –up

Broadly speaking skin is made up of 3 layers, the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous fatty layer. The epidermis is the top layer of skin which holds the stratum corneum and is the barrier to the outside world, the dermis is the middle layer that provides strength and structure and the subcutaneous fatty layer is the bottom layer which insulates the organs from heat and cold.

Differences between Adult and Baby Skin

A baby’s epidermis and stratum corneum isn’t fully developed which makes their skin 5 times thinner than an adults, it has some advantages but mostly disadvantages.

Advantages – a baby’s skin can absorb and hold more water than an adult’s skin

Disadvantages – baby’s skin loses water faster than an adult’s skin. Because their skin can absorb more

water it also means they can absorb more potential irritants. When this occurs it can result in dryness, itching, burning, rashes and baby eczema.

Newborn Baby Skincare Routine to one month of age

Babies do not need daily bathing as this can further damage the protective skin barrier bathing 2 to 3 times a week is plenty.

Use warm water, and keep bath time to a maximum of 5 minutes.
Do not use sponges or face washers as the friction can irritate the skin, use soft cotton cloths or balls, better still use your hands to wash baby, do not rub the skin.
Pat baby’s skin dry with a soft cotton towel, do not rub.
Dress baby in breathable cotton or bamboo clothing that has been washed in hot water with no fabric softener or perfumed washing powders.
In between bath days just give baby’s face, neck and bottom a wash.

Baby Skincare Routine from one month of age - click to go to online store

You can introduce a very small amount of baby bath and continue bathing 2 to 3 times a week.

Use warm water, and keep bath time to a maximum of 5 minutes.
Use a bath product that is soap free, low foaming, fragrance free and essential oil free, whether it is a bath wash or bath oil that is suitable for sensitive skin.
Do not use sponges or face washers as the friction can irritate skin, use soft cotton cloths or balls, better still use your hands to wash baby, do not rub the skin.
Have a jug of warm water and rinse baby well before drying.
Pat baby’s skin dry with a soft cotton towel, do not rub.
Apply moisturiser within 2-5 minutes to lock in moisture and prevent dryness.
Dress baby in breathable cotton or bamboo clothing that has been washed in hot water with no fabric softener or perfumed washing powders.
In between bath days just give baby’s face, neck and bottom a wash.

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Baby Skincare and its link to Baby Eczema