Cradle cap are small whitish or yellowish scabs caused by excess sebum. Benign, they generally disappear after 2 or 3 months.
Vegetable oil softens the crusts
“Vegetable oils are particularly indicated in the event of cradle cap, because they allow them to detach while moisturizing the skin”, explains Carole Minker. Sweet almond oil is the most neutral for the baby, but some allergists advise against it because of the allergic risk. You can then prefer olive oil. “There are also commercially available mixtures of olive, macadamia and jojoba oils, a very effective trio against cradle cap,” adds the pharmacist. “In your vegetable oil or your liniment, it is possible to add 1 drop of essential oil of lavender or geranium”, advises Dr Christine Coquart in her book.
Chamomile to soothe
“In the evening, spray Roman chamomile hydrosol on the baby’s scalp. Let dry before applying a small amount of calendula cream ”, advises herbalist Nathalie Grosrey-Lajonc in“ Naturo Famille ”(ed. Albin Michel). The next day, shampoo gently.
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