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mineral oil

A bland oil that can be applied briefly to soften stubborn scale before washing.

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Scalp care for babies

Scalp care for babies

What baby scalp care is trying to do Baby scalp care is best understood as skin-barrier support. The scalp is not a place for frequent scrubbing or complex routines. In early infancy, oil glands and skin turnover are still settling, and that can produce visible flaking, scale, or mild crusting. In many babies, these findings […]