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Many parents are horrified to find that a baby can be born with acne, or develop it in the first few weeks of life.

In fact, most babies have some kind of rash as newborns. This may be baby acne, seborrhea (also known as seborrheic dermatitis), or eczema. Of these three possible rashes, acne is generally regarded as the least serious because it is the quickest to clear up. It is believed to be caused by hormonal changes occurring at birth.

Acne occurs in about 20% of babies, more commonly in boys than girls. It manifests as a red lumpy rash over the forehead and cheeks, sometimes with whitehead pimples. It is thought to be caused by transfer of hormones from the mother to the baby during the birth.

It looks a lot like the pimples that teenagers get but of course a baby does not know or care how it looks and the pimples do not cause any discomfort so you do not have to worry about it having any effect on your baby. In fact, the only way a baby might be affected by it is if the unattractive look of the rash makes you as parents treat the baby differently or show him or her less affection than you would if he or she had perfect skin.

Acne in babies will disappear by itself within a few weeks of birth. Most cases do not require any treatment. Definitely do not use any acne products designed for teenagers, these are much too harsh for a baby’s skin and could cause scarring. Also do not use lotions or oils as these can increase the problem. Simply wash once a day with baby soap.

Seborrhea looks a lot like acne except that in addition to a red bumpy rash, the skin will often form yellow crusty scales or flakes in places that have hair follicles, e.g. the scalp, eyebrows and even eyelashes. This skin condition starts within the first few weeks of life and again will clear up by itself without treatment, although usually not as quickly as acne. There are steroid treatments available if the condition is serious.

Eczema is a well known skin condition that can affect babies, usually starting before they are 5 months old but sometimes appearing for the first time in older children. Eczema causes itching and discomfort to the baby so treatment is often required. It usually starts on the face or head but often appears on other parts of the body too, sometimes all over. It can be caused by milk allergies but that is not the only possible cause.

If you think that your baby may have eczema, it is a good idea to speak to your pediatrician about it quickly. You will need to use a moisturizing cream for management and there may be some measures you can take in regard to the baby’s food or environment.

Many babies and children grow out of their eczema as they get older but it does persist into adulthood in some cases, with more or less severity. However, if your infant has a simple case of baby acne, there is no need to worry.

Many parents are horrified to find that a baby can be born with acne, or develop it in the first few weeks of life.

In fact, most babies have some kind of rash as newborns. This may be baby acne, seborrhea (also known as seborrheic dermatitis), or eczema. Of these three possible rashes, acne is generally regarded as the least serious because it is the quickest to clear up. It is believed to be caused by hormonal changes occurring at birth.

Acne occurs in about 20% of babies, more commonly in boys than girls. It manifests as a red lumpy rash over the forehead and cheeks, sometimes with whitehead pimples. It is thought to be caused by transfer of hormones from the mother to the baby during the birth.

It looks a lot like the pimples that teenagers get but of course a baby does not know or care how it looks and the pimples do not cause any discomfort so you do not have to worry about it having any effect on your baby. In fact, the only way a baby might be affected by it is if the unattractive look of the rash makes you as parents treat the baby differently or show him or her less affection than you would if he or she had perfect skin. Read the rest of this entry »

Acne Herbal Remedies? Could they work?

Everyone is susceptible to developing acne, because of this the market for acne products is definitely huge. There will never be a lack in interested buyers who are willing to try on new products like creams, ointments, and lotions, among others.

For as long as this skin condition persists, users will regularly flock the dermatologists’ offices and the pharmaceutical outlets and try the proposed remedies on how to cure acne. If you have read this blog for any length of time then you know that I am not too much of a fan of how the dermatologists treat acne symptoms instead of being more holistic in their approach.

Herbal plants and flowers are effective alternatives on how to cure acne. Different varieties have been tried by many professional herb guys for years to come up with various mixes that are claimed to be efficient in keeping your skin blemish-free but the fact that what may cure one person of his or her acne may not have the same effect on others. Read the rest of this entry »

Mayo Clinic has a great article today summarizing all of the over the counter products that help heal ant treat acne. Here is the info.

Many acne products are available in pharmacies and drugstores. Find out how they differ, what main ingredients to look for and how to use these products for best results.

Many over-the-counter (OTC) acne products are available to treat mild to moderate acne or periodic breakouts. But with so many acne products lining store shelves, how do you know which one is best for you?

Before you grab whatever package is closest, learn how OTC acne products work and what ingredients to look for. Then, develop a gentle skin care regimen to treat and prevent acne breakouts. Read the rest of this entry »

Acne isn’t a problem that magically disappears when you turn 20. Even though it’s thought of as a teen skin problem, many adults – in fact, most adults – suffer from at least occasional outbreaks of acne.The dermatology and beauty industries have taken notice of those blemishes over the past few years and are increasing the number of adult-acne products they offer. The ingredients aren’t that different from those in treatments aimed at teens, but manufacturers say adults are willing to spend more money even if they have fewer pimples.

Clinique last fall launched its Acne Solutions line, a three-step system similar to its classic skin-care sets, but containing anti-acne ingredients. Read the rest of this entry »