Dry Skin in Babies

Dry Skin and Redness in Babies

Since the skins of babies are more sensitive and delicate compared to us, dry skin and red spots may happen on the newborn from time to time

The skin of the babies who are specially produced in the mother’s stomach may react in different ways to entering a new, unfamiliar environment after birth. The baby should be protected and cared as good as possible during this period to get accustomed to the new external environment.

Temporary Skin Problems of Babies

There are many issues that should be cared for the skin care of the newborn, who are vulnerable in many aspects yet. The skin problems which we describe as interim for the sensitive skins of babies with unexpected reactions on the skin such as rashes, are as follows:

Dry Skin
Prickly heat
Cradle cap
Heat rash



Most of these skin problems which may arise during the period of getting accustomed to the new environment are known as temporary skin problems which may recover automatically in time, without intervention.

Dry Skin and Redness in Babies

The weather temperature is one of the main causes of dry skin in babies. Dry skin is more frequent in environments with cold weather particularly.
Bathing everyday may dry your newborn’s skin. Attention should be paid for bathing the baby every other day and using products specifically produced for babies as much as possible, and the bathing time should be as short as possible.
Attention should be paid to dry the baby gently after bathing, like cushioning.
Similar to our skin, the skin of the babies also needs moisture. The baby’s skin should be moisturized regularly, and the skin barrier should be supported. It is very important to prevent dry skin. You can keep your baby’s body moisturized regularly with Biobaby skin care products specifically produced for babies.