Saturday 3 January 2009

Natural Baby Products: Cradle Cap

Henry's got a touch of cradle cap at the moment - dry scaly skin over his scalp.  My health visitor suggested using olive oil, which helped, but we've found this method really combats it:
  • Use a soft bristled baby brush to gently brush away the loose flakes.  We've found that putting the oil on over the top of the loose layer means that it doesn't get through to the live skin underneath that really needs moisturising
  • Wipe over the scalp with a washable wipe soaked in camomile tea
  • Dry the area before smoothing over olive oil
This process needs to be repeated at least once per day.  I tend to do it for Henry before he goes to bed as if I do it in the morning he looks quite greasy all day!

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