My baby has eczema on his face. What kind of lotion/cream can I use for his face to prevent future breakout?

Question

I used Eucerine and baby Aveeno and they seem to make his eczema worse. I think my baby is allergic to cow's milk protein and Aveeno had milk protein in it and it's supposed to be hypoallergenic. Any suggestions? Has anyone tried Cetaphil? Is this mild enough for baby face?

Answer 1

use a 1% hydrocortozone cream it works great! depending on how bad the prob. is it could be cleared up within 1-3 days.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Cetaphil helps tremendously. Some people say that vaseline based lotions work well but I found that the greasiness just gave her spots of baby acne. Also, talk to your pediatricain about elidel. It helps treat the current outbreaks. My three year old has had problems with eczema since birth. We use baby sunscreen on her body every morning and through out the day even if it is not sunny. It keeps her face moisturized and protects against the wind and sun. After her bath we use cetaphil. Also, twice a week we apply pure viatmin e to her face right after she gets out of the tub. We rub it in with the water. During outbreaks we have to use elidel. Nothing else seems to make it go away.

Answer 4

Try Phisoderm, it's really gentle and it doesn't dry the face. • Phisoderm Deep Cleaning Cream Cleanser, Normal to Dry Skin For breakouts try: • Stridex Essential Care Triple Action Acne Pads with Salicylic Acid, Regular Strength

Answer 5

I would first consider taking your baby to a dermatologist for a checkup. They will usually suggest something like Vanacream or Vaseline as a moisturizer in addition to a topical steriod to break the itch-scratch cycle.

However, while these will help on the outside, please also consider treating the eczema from within. The typical American diet is low in Omega 3 fatty acids. The single best source is all natural flax seed. I've written an article on this subject if you would like more details.

http://www.answermarks.com/health/babyeczema.html

Answer 6

have your baby allergy tested. Also take your baby to a dermatologist. Our 2 year old has Eczema and is on a prescription lotion for it and we cut out all dairy.

Answer 7

I would suggest that you try the Mary Kay Extra Emollient Night Creme.It is designed for extremely dry areas. Forms a protective shield to minimize moisture evaporation and allow increased hydration of dry areas, especially hands, elbows,knees, and feet. It is the best. I do know that when my father was in the nursing home they used it for bed sores. It would heal them right up. It is wonderful!
It is a wonderful use for diaper rash also. Just in case anyone else needs to know.
Plus its suitable for sensitive skin. So like you said with the allergic sensitivity part, this is especially made for sensitive skin.
But I do know it works. I have seen it heal a many of bed sores on nursing home patients.
I would be happy to help you with seeing to you finding this product.

Answer 8

We used Vaseline with our daughter when she was little. Also depending on where you live if your winter is very dry, you might try getting a humidifier to help keep the air more moist and limit baths as possible because it can dry the skin out and make the problem worse.

Answer 9

Cetafil should be OK...however, you didn't state the age of your baby...
A&D ointment is good to use...(for adults as well...especially on hemoroids..)...on baby's bottom but I'm not sure about elsewhere on the skin...
Ask your pharmasist...He/she should be able to guide you on some good OTC preparations for your baby's condition...if it doesn't clear, I would be taking him to a Dr...if I were you...

Answer 10

We've actually used hydrocortisone cream (sp?), which worked great.

Also used Vaseline at night to prevent.