The 101 Guide to Common Baby's Skin Problems

We all want our babies to be healthy, happy, and comfortable, so when angry skin rashes or a painful diaper rash comes along, it’s natural to feel anxious and distressed. 

Lest you waste more time going down the rabbit hole googling all night about your baby's skin, read on—this guide will get to the bottom of everything you need to know about tackling cradle cap or diaper rashes as a new parent. Let’s explore 9 simple ways to care for your baby’s skin using TriDerma’s gentle and effective baby care products.

What is Cradle Cap?

• Cradle cap is a common skin condition that appears on a baby’s scalp as greasy, scaly patches. It looks like yellowish crusts or flakes and is not harmful nor contagious.
• Cradle cap typically resolves on its own but can be managed with gentle washing and moisturizing.
• Using TriDerma’s Sensitive Skin Relief Wash & Shampoo can help gently cleanse the scalp and reduce irritation.
• Sometimes, cradle cap may extend to their face, eyebrows, neck etc. This is not a cause for alarm, and you can try moisturising them daily. Seek your paediatrician's advice if you're very concerned.

What Are Diaper Rashes?

• Diaper rash appears as red, inflamed patches on your baby’s bottom or genital area. It’s often caused by prolonged exposure to a wet or soiled diaper, which irritates the skin. 
• Rashes can also be caused by friction from tight diapers or reactions to certain diaper wipes or soaps.
• Applying TriDerma’s Stubborn Diaper Rash Fast Healing Cream can provide quick relief and create a moisture barrier to protect sensitive skin.
• If their diaper rash is extremely bad, lay your baby on some soft towels, and just let them enjoy some diaper-free time to air their skin. Apply our diaper cream thickly -- like frosting on a cake. Avoid baby wipes if possible, use soft cotton wool or gently hose your baby down if they need cleaning.  
• Allowing your baby some diaper-free time can help their skin breathe and prevent further irritation. Letting their skin air out for a little while during the day, especially during nap time or playtime, can make a big difference in soothing diaper rash. Just remember to keep an eye on your little one to avoid any messes!

Other Common Baby Skin Issues:

• Milk Drool Rash: Often caused by saliva or milk dribbling down your baby’s chin and neck. It appears as redness or small bumps around the mouth, cheeks, and neck. Keeping the area dry and using a gentle moisturizer, like TriDerma’s Daily Calming Moisturizer, can help soothe and prevent this.

• Neck Rash: Babies often get rashes in the folds of their neck due to moisture, heat, and drool getting trapped. The skin may become red, irritated, and bumpy. Clean the area with TriDerma’s Sensitive Skin Relief Wash and keep it dry to prevent irritation. Avoid excessive swaddling and keep your baby in loose, cotton clothing. Best time to air their necks would be during tummy time!

• Heat Rash: Appears as small red bumps, often in skin folds, during hot or humid weather. It can develop when sweat gets trapped in the skin’s pores. Dressing your baby in light clothing and using a soothing lotion like the Daily Calming Moisturizer or the Healing All-Purpose Cream can help keep their skin cool and comfortable.

• Mosquito or Insect Bites: In tropical Singapore, nearly no child is spared from the angry swollen bites no thanks to various insects, including mosquitoes. If your babies ever experiences redness and swelling from a bite, apply a soothing lotion like TriDerma's Healing All-Purpose Cream several times a day. 

• Baby Eczema: At 0 - 6 months old, eczema commonly appears over the scalp, forehead, cheeks and chin. Rashes may also spread to the torso, upper and lower limbs. The skin appears red, dry, itchy and bumpy.Apply the TriDerma Stubbon Eczema Itch Relief Cream at least 3 - 4 times a day to keep their skin deeply hydrated.