In This Topic View More. Newborn jaundice is when your babyâs skin and the white parts of his eyes look yellow. Itâs caused by the build-up of a substance in the blood called bilirubin. Newborn jaundice is very commonâabout 3 in 5 babies (60 percent) have jaundice. Jaundice usually happens a few days after birth.
Chloramines, bonded to your skin. Just like the chlorine smell in the pool air is caused by chloramines not chlorine, the chemical smell that lingers on skin is caused by chloramines. All skin is made from protein. Skin is primarily composed keratin.
Ichthammol ointment is made from sulfonated shale oil and combined with other ingredients, like lanolin or petroleum, to treat skin problems. It comes in different strength concentrations. Ichthammol ointment, well-known for its drawing effect, also has antibacterial, antimycotic and anti-inflammatory properties.