🧴 Baby Skincare Routine: What to Use & Avoid
Hook: “Sensitive skin? Watch this!”
Newborn skin is delicate, thin, and easily irritated. Choosing the right products (and knowing what to skip) makes all the difference. Here’s a gentle, realistic guide to building a baby-safe skincare routine:
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🌱 What to use (safe & gentle):
✅ Mild, fragrance-free cleanser:
Use only a few times a week, not daily. Choose pH-balanced baby washes.
✅ Unscented moisturizer:
A light lotion or gentle baby cream keeps skin soft, especially after bath time.
✅ Natural oils (if tolerated):
Coconut oil or almond oil for massage — skip if baby has eczema or allergies.
✅ Barrier cream for diaper area:
A zinc oxide–based cream helps prevent rashes.
✅ Soft cotton clothes:
Reduces friction and irritation.
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⚠ What to avoid (common irritants):
🚫 Strong perfumes & essential oils in products
🚫 Alcohol-based wipes or hand sanitizers on baby’s skin
🚫 Adult soaps, shampoos, or harsh detergents
🚫 Over-bathing (strips natural oils)
🚫 Talcum powders near baby’s face
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🛁 Tips for a healthy baby skincare routine:
🧸 Limit baths to 2–3 times a week
💧 Moisturize right after bath (lock in moisture)
👶 Patch-test any new product first
🧼 Wash new clothes before baby wears them (with mild detergent)
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🌸 Real talk:
Less is often more. Babies don’t need fancy products — just gentle cleansing, light moisture, and lots of love.
If your baby develops rashes, dry patches, or irritation that doesn’t clear, check with your pediatrician.
