Winter Skincare for Babies: What Parents Need to Know

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Winter is here, and with all the cold air it brings, it is time to up your baby’s skincare routine. The advice that mothers and grandmothers handed down is now also backed by experts, who say that a baby’s underdeveloped skin barrier requires extra care as it is prone to moisture loss, inflammation, damage, and dryness. Products such as soaps, cleansers, powders, and syndets should be used with proper indications and cautious judgment for the same reason. That sounds like so many issues to tackle. After all, we use so many things for skincare from morning to night. Thankfully, with the right, expert-approved products, every part of your baby’s skincare routine, from bathing to massages, becomes much easier.

Why do babies need extra special skincare?

Imagine it’s a crisp winter morning, and you’re all set to give your baby a warm bath. Your mind is filled with all kinds of ifs and buts—whether a bath will dry out their skin, if it’s even a good idea to give them one during winter, and how long the bath should last. However, winter does not mean that the bathing should stop. After all, winter doesn’t stop the accumulation of dirt, dead skin, and bacteria. With all the thick woolen clothes, dry air, and stuffy indoor atmosphere, proper skincare becomes even more essential.

How to take care of a baby’s skin during winter?

According to experts, you should not stop bathing your baby during winter. But you should just keep the duration of the bath to less than ten minutes. Studies have also shown that the best skincare practice for babies is a regimen that includes a mild liquid baby wash and a baby lotion. This combination provides effective cleansing without compromising skin health. But you can’t just use any baby wash or lotion. It has to be a range of winter-friendly skincare products that are gentle on delicate skin. And when it comes to the best, look no further than baby care products from Cetaphil, a brand dermatologist have been recommending for over 70 years.

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Think of the first step in your baby’s winter skincare routine. It’s a bath, right? But baths also bring concerns of dry skin, stinging eyes, and tangled hair. You can turn that dreaded process into a nourishing experience with the Cetaphil Gentle Wash and Shampoo. This wash and shampoo combo is made specifically for babies and is dermatologically and allergy tested. Its formula is also soap-free, tear-free, and pH-balanced—gentle on the baby’s eyes, skin, hair, and the skin’s natural acid mantle. Plus, it is free from alcohol, mineral oil, and chemicals like parabens. It only has the goodness of gentle ingredients, such as glycerin, chamomile. Just soft and nourished skin and hair after every wash.

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Once you take your baby out of the tub, the first thing you reach for is the lotion. But have you ever checked if the lotion is right for your baby’s delicate skin? As their skin is more sensitive, you must choose products with gentle, expert-approved, hypoallergenic ingredients. And the product that checks all these boxes is the Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion.

Dermatologically tested, pediatrician-recommended, and allergy-tested, Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion is safe for daily use from day one. It is infused with the best natural ingredients, including shea butter, vitamin E, and pro-vitamin B5 to provide 24-hour hydration and five-fold protection—soothing and softening the skin, protecting the skin’s natural barrier, and creating a moisture seal even during the coldest months. The best part? This hypoallergenic lotion can be used on both the body and face. After all, no one wants to reach for multiple products when dealing with a wriggly baby.

In addition to cleansing and applying lotion, the other essential part of a baby’s skincare routine is massages. This grandma-recommended ritual for strong bones, healthy skin, and improved circulation has now gained the approval of experts. According to a study, infants who receive regular massages tend to have a higher mean body weight and height. In addition to physical benefits, such as improved motor skills and growth, massages also strengthen maternal attachment. However, the products you use to massage your baby should be mild, especially the scents, because high concentrations of fragrances in baby skincare products can act as respiratory irritants or sensitizers.

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When strong fragrances and harsh ingredients are to be avoided, there is only one product you should get—the expert-approved Cetaphil Baby Massage Oil. For one, it has a gentle scent and is pH-balanced, allergy-tested, and dermatologically tested. It is also infused with shea butter and all the good oils, including sunflower seed oil, soybean oil, and calendula. Furthermore, the oil is suitable for use from day one and clinically proven to keep a baby’s delicate skin hydrated overnight. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing, paraben-free, hypoallergenic, softening, and soothing, it offers everything to keep a baby’s skin soft, protected, and hydrated during the winter months.

Winter has already started, so it’s the perfect time to include the right skincare products in your baby’s skincare arsenal. From washes and shampoos to lotions and massage oils, every babycare product matters when you want to keep their skin from drying, chapping, flaking, and breaking out. It’s also the season when your baby’s skin will need something extra to replenish moisture and strengthen their skin’s natural barrier. To ensure their skin stays hydrated and protected without any irritation or allergic reaction, you should put your trust in Cetaphil—the number one dermatologist-recommended brand. With pediatrician-approved and dermatologically tested products specifically designed for babies’ delicate skin, Cetaphil’s baby skincare range is the best choice to tackle all your baby’s winter skincare woes.

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