5 tips to take care of your baby's skin

• April 19, 2024

The care of the epidermis during the first years of life is of vital importance, to avoid various complications in the future, such as cutaneous diseases , allergies , irritations , peeling and changes in coloration.

In accordance with Andrea Yáñez Jacques , Medical surgeon with a specialty in Dermatology , the skin It is the largest organ of the human being, which begins to form from the embryonic age and ends its maturation when it is one month after birth.

Learn to protect your child's skin!

So that you continue with the healthy development of epidermis of your child, it is very important that you learn to take care of her, that is why GetQoralHealth gives you the following tips:

1. Use products that do not contain alcohol : Some firms like Uriage , have hypoallergenic formulas, designed specifically for children, that do not contain parabens and are made from thermal water.
2. Cleans the mucous membranes of the nose and eyes : There are physiological sera that clean and soothe the membranes of these areas; they also reinforce their defenses against infections , cold and pollution.
3. Maintain proper hygiene of the face, body and area of ​​the diaper : There are products that hydrate and protect the epidermis of those areas of the body, to avoid chafing and irritation
4. Use a mild cleanser for the bathroom : Your child's showers should be brief, with mild products and warm water. Avoid carving too much and immerse the child for more than 15 seconds.
5. Dries perfectly and hydrates : Remove excess water with a dry towel, do not forget to check the folds. Apply a moisturizing white cream to prevent dryness, through massage, to stimulate theneurosensory system .

Differences with adults

The epidermis as a protection barrier against environmental aggressions, it does not respond in the same way in all people or at any age. Infants are the group of the population that most often has negative effects on it

1. The dermis is 40 to 60% thinner than that of an adult
2. Due to its high permeability it is very sensitive to the toxicity of certain ingredients found in creams, ointments and ointments
3. Does not have hydrolipidic film , that is, the layer of water and grease that serves as a defense system against dehydration

Remember that the skin It serves to regulate the temperature, to maintain hydration and as a perceptive organ, that is, through it there is a contact and a special communication between the newborn and the mother.

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