What type of moisturiser should you use for your baby?

The key here is that not all moisturisers are made equal. Here are some ingredients which you should look out for in your moisturiser formula. Firstly, a ceramide-dominant moisturiser is currently the standard for all moisturisers. Ceramides mimic what is naturally present on the surface of the skin. It is thought of as the cement or the glue that joints the skin cells together. On top of that, you should also look out for traditional moisturising ingredients known as humectants which trap moisture under the surface of the skin and prevent water loss to the environment known as transepidermal water loss. Glycerin is an example of an active ingredient functioning as a humectant. Its been used in moisturiser formulas in the last few decades. It is widely available and also effective. More than that, paediatric dermatologists have actually come up with the gold standard type of moisturiser formulas for children and also babies who have dry skin, eczema or simply want to prevent the onset of these symptoms. This type of moisturiser is known as a prescription emollient device. A prescription emollient device has the following components - Firstly, it should have the ideal lipid balance that mimics the natural balance present on intact healthy skin. This helps to maintain a healthy skin barrier. In addition, it has additional anti-inflammatory active ingredients which are usually plant-based from botanicals because these have been found to have inherent anti-inflammatory effects. This can reduce reliance on topical steroids for example for individuals who are suffering from eczema.

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The best baby skincare routine focuses on building the skin barrier from birth. The key principle to understand is that newborn skin is still developing and in fact is trying to adjust to its new environment. From being bathed by amniotic fluids within the womb (in-utero), baby’s skin is now exposed to airborne pollutants, VOCs, allergens, dust mites etc.

In this episode, we cover:

(00:00) Introduction to Newborn Baby Skin

(00:40) Baby Skincare Kit

(01:14) Differences between newborn and adult skin

(2:19) Baby’s Skin Cycle

(04:40) Ways to reduce trans-epidermal water loss

(05:20) Tips on baby skin fragility & frictional damage

(06:58) Tips on clothing for baby skin

(08:22) Tips on baby wipes

(09:52) Importance of building baby’s skin barrier from day 1

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(11:30) Encouraging skin resilience from birth 

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In this episode, hear from Dr.TWL, dermatologist and chief scientific officer of Dr.TWL Pharmacy, how and why baby skin is intrinsically different from that of an adult’s, and even from that of an older child. Turns out, there are several structural differences that confer the qualities of baby skin, which are colloquially used to describe a pristine, ideal state of skin known as baby-soft or baby smooth skin. In the Baby Beauty Podcast, we bring you evidence-based approaches to baby skincare, so you can learn how best to look after your infant’s skin. Along the way, learn about the science behind baby-smooth, soft skin, what we like to call Baby Beauty.

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Are you a new mom? Wondering how you should take care of your newborn’s skin? Is your toddler suffering from dry and sensitive skin? I’m Dr Teo Wan Lin, board certified dermatologist with a special interest in pediatric dermatology and eczema. I am also the chief scientific officer of Dr.TWL Pharmacy, a skincare pharmacy specialising in sensitive skincare for all. On this show, I reveal how baby skin is indeed different from adult skin, and even from that of a slightly older child! On this journey, we begin with the unique characteristics of newborn skin, which requires specific care because of the underdeveloped skin barrier. We will be covering the topic of skincare for babies in detail, helpful ingredients such as phytoceramides, panthenol and what constitutes the ideal moisturiser, known as the gold standard “PED” or Prescription Emollient Device, in pediatric dermatology.

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