MILK RASH
Milk rash, commonly seen in infants, is usually caused by irritation from milk (or formula) residue left on the skin. It often appears around the mouth, cheeks, and chin area. Here’s how to identify it:
- Small Red Bumps or Patches: Milk rash appears as small red spots, bumps, or patches that are slightly raised, often on the baby’s cheeks, mouth area, chin, or even neck.
- Rough or Textured Skin: The affected skin may feel rough to the touch or look slightly inflamed due to irritation.
- Localized Around Feeding Areas: Milk rash typically shows up around areas where milk or formula often comes in contact, such as the mouth, cheeks, or chin.
- Triggered After Feeding: The rash might appear or worsen after feedings, especially if milk is not fully wiped off or cleaned from the skin.
- Usually Mild and Short-Lived: Unlike other rashes, milk rash is generally mild and should clear up with gentle cleaning. It’s not typically itchy or painful.
Care Tips: To manage milk rash, gently wipe or wash the baby’s face with water after feeding, and pat dry. Avoid scrubbing, as this can further irritate the skin. For persistent irritation, consult a pediatrician to check if a gentle moisturizer or barrier cream would help.
HEAT RASH
Heat rash, also known as prickly heat or miliaria, is a skin condition that occurs when sweat becomes trapped in blocked pores, leading to inflammation. Here’s how to identify it:
- Small Red Bumps: Heat rash appears as clusters of tiny red bumps, often on areas where sweat tends to accumulate, like the neck, chest, back, armpits, or skin folds.
- Prickling or Itchy Sensation: The rash often causes a prickling, stinging, or itchy sensation, especially in warm or humid conditions.
- Blisters or Clear Bumps: In some cases, heat rash may look like tiny, clear, fluid-filled blisters. These are a sign of trapped sweat under the skin.
- Location: It typically shows up on areas that are covered or have friction, such as where clothing rubs against the skin or in skin folds (e.g., neck, underarms, diaper area).
- Worsens with Heat: Symptoms may worsen in hot, humid environments or during activities that cause excessive sweating.
Here are simple, concise care tips for heat rash:
- Keep Baby Cool: Dress in loose, breathable clothes and use fans or air conditioning.
- Give Lukewarm Baths: Bathe your baby in cool water and with gentle cleanser free from harsh chemical, and gently pat dry, don’t rub.
- Use Light Cream: Apply a mild soothing cream free from harsh chemicals on affected areas at least twice a day.
- Monitor for Infection: Watch for signs of infection like pus or fever, and consult a doctor if needed.
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to remedy heat rash using Joielle Baby Products:
