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It is believed that what occurs is new skin cells are produced at a more rapid pace than the dead cells are being discarded.

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Q: Why do babies get cradle cap?
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What are some all-natural treatments for curing cradle cap?

If you do not like to use special cradle cap treatment shampoos then the most natural way to treat the cradle cap is to use olive oil on babies scalp and gently brush it off with the brush.


What are the small white bumbs on the skin of newborn babies resulting from accumulations of sebaceous gland material?

cradle cap


What are small white bumps on the skin of newborn babies resulting from accumulations of sebaceous gland material?

Cradle Cap.


What are the small white bumps on the skin of newborn babies resulting from accumulations of sebaceous gland material?

Cradle Cap.


where is the babies?

in the cradle


What are babies' apartments?

== == Cradle


How is cradle cap treated in alternative medicine?

Most remedies for cradle cap can be applied directly to the oily patches on the skin. Tannins, for example, can help to slow down oil production, as well as clear away the cradle cap.


Which websites offer natural cradle cap treatments?

Cradle cap is a very common ailment in infants, and isn't anything to worry about and usually clears up on its own. However gently washing your babies hair and scalp may prevent cradle cap, and moisturizing baby oil at night may loosen some of the crust. You should only contact your doctor if it spreads or becomes inflamed - you should not pick the scabs as this may cause infection.


Cradle cap in infants is called?

Seborrheic dermatitis


How is cradle cap diagnosed?

Cradle cap is easily recognizable, and usually it requires no further diagnosis. However, if the rash seems to be very itchy or irritating, it may be necessary to rule out eczema.


Is cradle cap a serious condition?

No, just be careful when you wash the baby's head very gently with babyshampoo, and NEVER TRY TO PICK AT IT


Where can one buy cradle cap treatment?

If your baby has little to no hair, baby oil can be a good solution for cradle cap. Simply apply sparingly to baby's head and let it sit for a few minutes, then comb out the flakes of cradle cap. If your baby has a lot of hair, using oil may not be indicated because it will make the hair very greasy and difficult to wash.