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Baby Skin Care » Cradle Cap |
| This is a scalp condition, which tends to appear anytime in the first 10 weeks of your baby's life. It is characterised by oily, yellow scales on the scalp, forehead, face, eye brows, behind the ears and around the genital area. The cause of this skin infection is not known, but severe dandruff is a prominent symptom. In fact, cradle cap is similar to atopic eczema, but is less itchy and occurs in different areas. It is a harmless condition. |
| Wash the affected areas daily. Excessive scaling on the scalp can be removed by shampooing regularly. Prevent the build-up of scales by brushing through your baby's hair with a soft-bristled brush. Applying baby or olive oil to the affected area and leaving it overnight before brushing and washing can remove scales. |
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