How to pick the right protection cream for a baby?

When it comes to buying skincare products for your baby, you may find yourself lost in the aisles, surrounded by a plethora of options and unsure of which to select. While there are many options for adults, the skincare needs of a newborn are different from those of an adult. Choosing the best products for your newborn's delicate skin is critical, and Dr Praveen Makhija, Child Specialist & Neonatologist, Delhi, has compiled a list of factors to consider when selecting baby protection creams on behalf of Cetaphil Baby.

Longer-lasting moisturisation

It is critical to keep your baby's skin moisturised in order to keep it tender. Applying moisturisers on a regular basis can be a time-consuming task for you, and it may not be comfortable for your baby. Shea butter is known for its long-lasting moisturisation locking power, resulting in nourished skin for your infant. It assists in softening and smoothing dry skin. Shea butter also has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in the treatment of skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis (dry skin), which is quite common in children.

Retaining hydration and providing nourishment

Hydration not only benefits the baby's health, but it also nourishes their skin. Because of the increased dryness and temperature change, newborns' skin may become inflamed and irritated. Calendula is well known for its calming and healing properties. It hydrates and nourishes the skin's moisture barrier, leaving your baby's skin soft and supple. Calendula has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, making it a viable option for irritated or chaffed skin relief.

Organic ingredients & vitamins

With the increase in environmental stress, it is more important than ever to use skin-friendly products on your baby. Parabens, mineral oil, and soaps can harm the natural texture of a newborn's skin, leading to a slew of unwanted skin infections such as irritation, chafing, and rashes. Vitamins are a miracle for a baby's skin because they are required for optimal growth, but they also help with their skincare routine by reducing redness. Vitamins E and B5 are two essential vitamins to look for in products. These moisturise your baby's skin and reduce irritation and discomfort, even on extremely dry, chaffed skin.

Sensitive skincare

Babies' skin is more sensitive by nature than that of older children or adults. Glycerin helps to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. Some babies' skin is more sensitive than others, causing pain, itching, or irritation. Antibacterial properties of glycerin aid in the prevention of dermatitis and the progression of skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema in babies.