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How To Buy Baby Skin Care Product

by: Parul | last updated: May 15, 2009
Category: Baby Care Essentials: Skincare & First Aid | Tags:

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How To Buy Baby Skin Care Product

You love your baby and taking his care is your first priority. All the marketing guys out there know this fact. They try their best to sell all type of products. Do not just buy a product by looking at their advertisements. Understand your child's need before purchasing any product. Ask yourself, do u need this product? Is this right for your baby?

Newborn baby skin is very delicate and sensitive. His immune system is not well developed. There are a lot of chemicals, cosmetics, dyes, fragrances, detergents and baby products that can cause newborn skin irritation, rashes and dryness. Baby skin do not need many product, selectively choose from the list below. Use only a small amount. Consult your doctor for any medical conditions.

Baby soaps, washes/cleansers & shampoos: These items are used to clean the baby. Your baby is not going out, he do not need much cleaning. Excessive use of these products deprives his skin of natural protective substance already present in his skin. Ensure that these products are very mild and clinically proven.

Baby lotion: may be used to moisturize newborn skin. Take into consideration your baby skin type while buying a lotion. Weather conditions may make it necessary to use baby lotions.

Baby oil: They are used to massage newborn skin. Many formulas available choose the one that suits your baby's skin. They are not moisturizer.

Petroleum jelly: They provide baby's skin with a shielding barrier. They help preventing natural moisture of skin. They can be used to treat diaper rash.

Baby laundry detergent: Regular detergents cannot be used for baby clothes as they are too harsh for babies. Use baby detergents that are free from dye and perfumes.

Baby powder: Baby powder may be used to keep his skin dry. Talcum powder can cause lung problems if inhaled, avoid using them.

Diaper rash ointment: Diaper rashes are one of the most common skin problems of babies. These ointments cure diaper rashes. Consult your doctor if diaper rashes are there for long.