nother brush to comb the infant’s hair.
Maintain different hair brushes for brushing your little one’s hair before and after a wash. You can use specialized cradle cap hair brushes to get better results.
If the cradle cap is accompanied by any other condition, then you may require a particular type of shampoo.
2. Use medicated shampoos as prescribed:
If cradle cap is accompanied by dandruff or fungal infection, then the doctor will prescribe a pediatric anti-fungal or anti-dandruff shampoo. Such shampoos are recommended for use only a few times in a week. For other days, regular baby shampoo can be used. In cases of cradle cap with eczema, use a shampoo only after consulting the doctor.
3. Applying scalp ointments and lotions:
The doctor may prescribe a medicated scalp ointment or lotion after hair wash. You should use the ointment as directed and complete the course of treatment. There is no oral medicine required for cradle cap and topical application of medicated lotions will suffice.
Periodic washing of the infant’s hair is the best home remedy to prevent cradle cap. Regular shampooing prevents recurrence too. Taking good care of your baby’s scalp would help them be seborrhea-free.
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