There’s nothing quite like the softness of a baby’s skin, and we know that you’ll want to protect that softness for as long as possible. But babies’ skin is naturally more sensitive than that of adults, and can easily become dry, sore, flaky and everything in between. That’s why Bepanthen is here to give you a helping hand in caring for your precious little one.
One in two babies will experience problems with their skin. From nappy rash to scaling, blemishes to rashes, all babies’ skin irritations stem from the same common problem: the skin barrier becoming damaged.
There are many reasons why the skin barrier is so sensitive in babies, including:
Here are some quick tips for you:
Skin irritations in babies are extremely common and you’ve probably done nothing wrong. But you can help minimise the risk by following three simple prevention steps:
Bepanthen Baby Moisturiser contains deeply moisturising provitamin B5, which helps the skin’s natural recovery. It can also:
Your new baby’s skin is especially sensitive at this time, and will need specialised protection. Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment is so gentle that it can be used from birth to help the most delicate skin even of premature babies, as it’s free from fragrance, preservatives, colorants or antiseptics. Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment is an easy to apply and breathable barrier cream that helps protect your baby’s bottom from the causes of nappy rash and help to keep little bottoms happy and protected.
* Atherton 2015, Irritant Diaper Dermatitis: Best practice management