How to avoid and cure baby acne?

Posted on August 20, 2007 in Acne And Age

It is common that most babies get acne, which can be generally a rash of small red bumps or whiteheads on the face. But sometimes they may also develop on the neck and back. But if the acne appears scaly on your baby’s face, let your pediatrician make sure that it is not eczema before starting treatment considering them as baby acne.

Causes of baby acne

It is commonly by the mother’s hormones that pass to the baby in the placenta during pregnancy. But, they generally make their appearance only after 3 to 4 weeks. The hormones trigger oil-producing glands in the baby, which leads to acne formation. It may also be due to taking certain medications. The condition of your baby’s skin can worsen for few days if the skin comes in contact with milk or saliva. And, increased blood flow to the skin, which is generally caused by crying also irritates your babies’ skin.

How to avoid and cure baby acne?

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