How To Treat Newborn Acne
Infants are always born clean and blemish-free, one reason why parents panic immediately when they see little acne growing on their angel’s skin. While this may be alarming, don’t worry because newborn acne is very common, but not dangerous. Here are some ways on how to treat newborn acne effectively.
What You’ll Need:
Soft fabrics
Natural detergent
Mild baby soap
Warm water
Soft clean towels
Vinegar
Baby topical creams
Keep Your Baby’s Face Clean
Remember that an infant’s skin is more sensitive than that of adults. The simplest blemish or dirt can irritate it, leading to unpleasant little bumps. To avoid this, always make sure your infant’s face is free from dirt. Wash it with lukewarm water and mild soap. You should also wash his or her whole body, too. Make sure you wipe excess milk and drool from his or her cheeks with clean towels, since these can also trigger the acne.
Check Your Detergent
The clothes your baby wear and the fabric he or she lies on may be the one that triggers the unpleasant bumps to appear. When your child’s skin rub against the fabric, the chemical from the detergent can irritate his or her skin. Find out if your detergent has harmful chemicals in it. If it does, switch to a hypoallergenic detergent that’s chemical-free. Wash your baby’s clothes, bedsheets, comforter and pillow covers using this.
Since you also always cradle your infant, chances are his or her face frequently rubs against your clothes too. Wash them using a chemical-free detergent too. Hopefully, this will help clear the unpleasant bumps.
Try A Vinegar Solution
It might seem strange, but according to many parents, vinegar solution helps treat newborn acne effectively. Mix some vinegar with warm water and dab this on the affected parts. Try it on a small area first, to make sure it doesn’t worsen the condition. You should also consult your pediatrician, and see if this is ideal for your child’s condition.
Use Topical Creams
For serious forms of newborn acne, using topical creams such as retinoids, benzoyl peroxide and Keratolytic is advisable. Again, ask your pediatrician first if these will suit your child’s condition. He or she will then prescribe which topical medication will best suit your baby.
A Few More Tips
Avoid using creams or lotion, since these can worsen the acne.
Don’t put your child in a warm area. Heat only flares up the acne.
Don’t scrub your child’s skin. This may only worsen the condition instead of cure it.
Never use adult acne medication for infants.
If there’s a special occasion where the child’s skin must appear blemish-free, use an all-natural concealer to cover up the bumps. Use this very seldomly, though.
Be patient. Most newborn acne conditions clear away on their own.
A baby is a frail little creature that needs your tender, loving care. Treat his or her acne dilemma through the tactics above, and leave him or her looking cute and cuddly again.