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Baby skin is different to adult skin in its structure, composition and function. It has low barrier reserve1 and needs special care.2

Recognise that baby skin barrier is vulnerable:

  • More permeable

  • More prone to dryness

  • Less mature

  • Continues to develop beyond the age of  two

  • Potentially more vulnerable to applied substances1

 Baby skin is far more vulnerable than adult skin and needs extra protection. 

References

  1. Stamatas. 2011. Int J Cosmetic Sci.: 17-24.

  2. Cork. 2009. J Invest Dermatol.World Health Organization. Integrating Early Childhood Development (ECD) activities into Nutrition Programmes in Emergencies. Why, What and How. 2014;1-16.

  3. Hlela C. Benefits of emollient use for prevention of dermatitis and skin barrier breakdown.

  4. Nikolovski J et al. 2009. J Invest Dermatol.

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