Dealing with your baby’s dry skin

Baby’s skin is sensitive but also very resilient and resistant because it’s the first defense barrier.  Dry skin can be a common skin condition.  If your baby has itchy red patches on his skin, it’s possible he has eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. Sometimes even eczema will clear up with regular moisturizing with a natural baby lotioin, though, so you needn’t rush to the doctor unless the patches don’t get better or your baby seems itchy or uncomfortable.  There are several natural baby skin care product available targeted towards eczema.  The regular use of natural baby products like natural baby lotion and natural body wash are always helpful too.

In rare cases, dry skin can indicate a genetic condition called ichthyosis. Ichthyosis shows up as dry skin with scaling and, occasionally, redness. It’s also generally accompanied by a thickening of the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. If your doctor suspects that your baby has ichthyosis, she’ll probably refer you to a dermatologist for treatment.