Dry skin on the little one, here's how to treat and overcome them

Dry skin problems are not only experienced by adults, your beloved Little One is also vulnerable to experience it. Young skin in babies is smoother and more easily becomes dry and irritated. Come on, recognize how to treat and deal with dry skin in the Little One. Dry skin problems in your child can be caused by several things, such as cold and dry air, sunburn, or exposure to chlorine in the water in a swimming pool. In addition, bathing habits that are too long, too much soap, or allergic to skin care products that are used, can also cause your baby's skin to become dry and irritated.

How to Care for and Overcome Dry Skin in Your Little One

But Mother does not need to worry, there are a variety of ways to treat and deal with mild dry skin problems in the Little One. Here is what Mother can do at home so that your little one's skin becomes moist and healthy:

• Shorten your baby's bath time

Bathing for too long can eliminate the little skin moisture and make it dry. For that, try to shorten the bath time.

• Shorten your baby's bath time

Bathing for too long can eliminate the little skin moisture and make it dry. For that, try to shorten the bath time by:
• Limit your baby's bath time for 5-10 minutes.
• Use warm water and not too hot.
Also pay attention to baby shower soap products that you use. We recommend choosing a special bath soap product that does not contain much fragrance and is intended for sensitive skin.

• Use moisturizer regularly

To treat and overcome the problem of dry skin on the Little One, Mother must routinely and diligently apply a special moisturizer for babies or children on the skin of the little body.
• Dry your baby with a clean baby towel and apply moisturizer on his skin immediately after bathing. Use enough moisturizer.
• Mother can choose baby moisturizer products with more and more effective moisturizer content, to keep your little one's skin moisturized all day.
• Mother can apply moisturizer on your baby's skin at least twice a day, after bathing in the morning, afternoon or evening, and also before going to bed.
• To avoid dry skin due to exposure to chlorine in swimming pool water, make sure your little one is bathing immediately after swimming and use a moisturizer after bathing.

In addition to moisturizing and limiting bath time, you can do a number of other things that can keep your child's skin moist, including:

• Keep the room temperature in the Little Room remains cool and damp.
• Make sure your child remains hydrated with adequate fluid intake, both water and breast milk or formula milk.
• Wash baby clothes with a mild detergent and free of perfume or fragrance.
• If your skin is too sensitive, it's good to wear clothes with cotton that is comfortable on the skin. Avoid wearing tight clothes, or made of rough and itchy, like wool.
• Protect your baby's skin from sun exposure or cold air, using closed clothing and gloves.

Recognize Allergic Reactions and Symptoms on Sensitive Skin

Sometimes when using a new treatment product, the skin may experience allergies. If your child has a rash, itching, heat and dryness like burning, then stop using the product immediately. To test new products, you can rub the product on your child's wrist or arm. Look for any redness or irritation that may occur within 24 hours. If within 24 hours or after subsequent use, an allergic reaction arises in your baby's skin, then stop using the product immediately. If dry skin is accompanied by red patches and itching, it is possible that your child has eczema, or also called atopic dermatitis. Mild eczema can generally be overcome also by diligently applying moisturizer. However, if the skin remains dry, red and itchy after doing various treatments, Mother is recommended to immediately check your child to the doctor. In rare cases, dry skin can indicate a genetic condition called ichthyosis. Ichthyosis occurs with symptoms of dry skin and redness. Generally accompanied by thickening of the skin on the palms and soles of the feet. To deal with this condition, an examination and treatment from a dermatologist is needed. Immediately consult a doctor if the dry skin is accompanied by redness, itching and swelling that does not heal despite taking various treatments. The doctor will provide treatment in accordance with the cause of your baby's dry skin.