What is Cradle Cap?

What is cradle cap, and what is the treatment for cradle cap?

Cradle cap in babies is ubiquitous in the newborn period. It usually presents as orange or yellow, oily or greasy flakes on your baby’s scalp. It can also appear on your baby’s eyebrows, between the eyes, and even with the ears. It is a blockage and build-up of the oil glands, which are natural to our skin.

There are a few different options for treatment for cradle cap.

1. Do nothing! It will likely go away on its own.

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2. Apply a small amount of oil to the areas, allow it to seep in and dissolve some of the flakes, then brush it out with a soft bristle toothbrush. Continue daily.

3. If the cradle cap is very widespread or bothersome, your doctor can recommend some over-the-counter or prescription creams or shampoos to speed up the process.

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