Cleanse their skin
Bathe your baby in warm water, never hot.
Use a bath thermometer to check the water is
about 37-38°C and mix the water well to
ensure there are no hot patches. Use a mild
and gentle, fragrance-free cleanser such as
Oilatum Junior Bath Additive which helps
soothe and soften very dry skin. Be mindful
that too much exposure to water can cause
your child’s skin to dry out further, so
keep bath time to no longer than 10-20
minutes. Once clean, gently pat their skin
dry with a soft, warm towel.
Moisturise
Once your baby’s skin is clean and dry,
carefully moisturise their face, arms, legs,
hands and feet with Oilatum Junior Cream,
which is clinically tested to significantly
reduce itching so can help to support a good
night’s sleep when applied before bed. Pay
special attention to very dry areas and
apply liberally. Monitor their skin at every
nappy change and apply cream when needed. As
your toddler gets older make moisturising
fun; ask them to stand up with their arms
out and feet apart, just like a scarecrow
while you apply the cream – explain that the
aim of the game is they cannot move a
muscle, no matter how much it tickles.
Protect against temperature changes
Your baby’s skin barrier may become
irritated by sudden changes in temperature
as it’s still developing. Keep the
temperature of your home constant and if you
notice that your baby’s skin is drier at
night, try putting a humidifier in their
bedroom to put the moisture back into the
air. Keep skin well moisturised during the
colder months to help prevent very dry skin
becoming a bigger problem. Moisturise after
bathing and as often as required (at least
2-3 times) throughout the day with Oilatum
Junior Cream and ensure you protect their
delicate skin from the dry, cold air – make
sure they wear a hat, scarf and mittens when
venturing outside. In warm weather avoid too
much sun exposure and when you are outside
ensure your child is wearing a sunhat,
protective clothing and a high factor sun
cream.
Avoid irritants
Wash your baby’s clothes with a non-bio detergent and fabric softener and give them an extra rinse to make sure all traces of soap have been washed away. Try not to overload your washing machine as this could mean clothes aren’t rinsed properly. Avoid clothing that is too tight or rough, remember to cut out the labels before use and try to stick to soft fabrics such as cotton, which are gentler on your baby’s delicate skin.
*Study conducted in adults with dry, itchy skin.
