Moisturizing your baby's skin: when to do it, how to do it, and what to use.
Hydrating newborn skin is a fundamental part of daily care. In the first few months of life, the skin is still immature: it tends to dehydrate more easily, is thinner, and requires natural support to stay soft and protected .
Moisturizing doesn't just mean "smearing on a cream", but choosing gentle, safe and well-tolerated products that help strengthen the skin barrier.
💧 When should you moisturize your baby's skin?
It's helpful to moisturize after bathing, during seasonal changes, in case of redness, or whenever your skin appears dry or chapped. Even during pregnancy or in the first few days after giving birth, more sensitive skin may require specific care.
🌱 Which ingredients should you choose?
The best allies for infant hydration are natural emollients , which respect the skin's physiology:
Shea butter : protective and nourishing
Sweet almond oil : elasticizing and delicate
Oats : hydrating and soothing
Vegetable glycerin : maintains natural hydration
Calendula : reduces redness and promotes the recovery of the skin barrier
❌ What to avoid
Products with:
Alcohol
Aggressive perfumes
Silicones or paraffin
Preservatives not suitable for infant skin
💡 How to apply moisturizers
After bathing, gently pat the skin dry with a soft towel.
Apply the cream or fluid with slow, circular movements , transforming hydration into a gesture of pampering and contact
You don't need an excessive amount: a little but constant is the key
🛍️ Discover the recommended products
The Essenza di Delicatezza line includes moisturizing creams, oils, and lotions designed to respect even the most fragile skin.
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