Six Daily Skin Care Tips for Your Baby

 Returning to routine after the holidays and school break is a new time of adaptation for families. Daily life once again picks up pace and it can be difficult to resume the habits of protecting babies' and children's skin, which "is more sensitive and vulnerable to irritation than adult skin", says Bayer in a statement. However, it emphasizes that, "with some simple strategies, it is possible to create a daily routine for healthy and hydrated skin".

With exposure to environments such as daycare, it is important to be aware of skin problems that may arise and the care that should be taken. Nappy rash, also known as diaper rash or dermatitis, is a common skin problem in babies, especially in the first 12 months, as the skin is more sensitive and permeable and more susceptible to damage. It is an inflammation in the nappy area that is characterized by the presence of redness, dryness, some flaking, or pimples in the area of ​​the bottom, thighs and genital area. Diaper rash is caused by contact of the area with feces and urine.

Diaper rash can occur at any time on your baby's skin while they are wearing a diaper. Here are six strategies to help you maintain a healthy skin routine for your baby:

1- Maintaining a good bathing routine is essential for cleaner skin. Experts recommend short, infrequent baths, ensuring that the water is not too hot;

2- When bathing, it is essential to use fragrance-free products that are specially formulated for babies;

3- Change your baby's diaper frequently and immediately as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer your baby's skin is in contact with a dirty diaper, the greater the likelihood of diaper rash occurring;

4- After changing the diaper, applying a thin layer of ointment helps protect the baby's skin and improves the baby's skin quality.

For parents, it is also important that the ointment is easy to apply/spread, quickly absorbed and has a soft texture, so that changing the diaper is a simple and quick process. Wash your hands before and after changing the diaper;

5- Having a diaper changing kit always ready is also a valuable help: keep a small kit with diapers, wipes and cream in strategic places, such as in the baby's bag and in the car;

6- When changing the diaper, it is important to invest in high-quality disposable diapers instead of washable cloth diapers, since the former are less associated with diaper rash.