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Cradle cap
Introduction
Recognising the signs
What are the trigger factors?
Tailored skin care products
When should you consult a doctor or pediatrician?
Recognising the signs
• Cradle cap may appear from the first week* of life and sometimes up to the age of 3 years.
• It takes the form of little white or yellowish flakes of skin (squamae) that may become thick and unsightly.
• These flakes are slightly greasy to the touch.
• They are found on baby’s scalp, eyebrows and sometimes the upper part of their face (forehead and temples).
*International journal of dermatology 2002; 41, pages 349-351.
Related video: Dr Nicole W. (pediatrician).