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Products for Baby Eczema

Eczema is a common skin condition that can occur in babies. Although it is not considered an allergic reaction, it is sometimes related to allergens in a baby's diet, or in the mother's diet if she is breast feeding. Eczema usually disappears by the time a child is 5 years old, but in some cases it persists into adulthood. There are a few products on the market that are geared toward soothing the redness and discomfort of eczema in babies.

  1. California Baby Super Sensitive Shampoo and Body Wash

    • California Baby Super Sensitive Shampoo and Body Wash is mild and fragrance-free. According to California Baby's website, this product is highly recommended by leading dermatologists for patients with chemical sensitivities, fragrance intolerance and eczema. Anyone who has sensitive skin can use it whether they are newborn babies or adults. It product can be found in most local stores such as Target and Walmart, but can also be ordered online via their website.

    California Baby Calendula Cream

    • California Baby Calendula Cream is gentle on the skin and is lavender-scented. It is excellent for use on gentle diaper areas, cuts and scrapes and skin irritations such as eczema and cradle cap. According to California Baby's website, customers have reported excellent results in using this cream in their baby's fight against eczema, dermatitis and other skin sensitivities. The cream can be purchased at stores such as Target and Walmart, and online through the California Baby website.

    Aveeno Cleansing Therapy Moisturizing Wash

    • Aveeno Cleansing Therapy Moisturizing Wash is an unscented body wash. It contains colloidal oatmeal and emollients to soften and soothe the irritated, dry skin that is associated with eczema. According to the Aveeno website, a clinical study found that more than 90 percent of babies showed improvement in their eczema symptoms when the wash was used daily. The wash was awarded the National Eczema Seal of Acceptance. It can be purchased at most pharmacies and stores such as CVS, Walgreens and Target, or online at the Aveeno website.

    Aveeno Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Cream

    • Aveeno Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Cream is an unscented lotion. It contains rich emollients that immediately relieve dry, itchy, irritated skin caused by eczema. According to Aveeno's website, a clinical research study found that more than 90 percent of babies showed improvement in their eczema symptoms when the product was used daily. The cream can be purchased in most pharmacies and stores, such as CVS, Walgreens and Target. You can also purchase the cream online at Aveeno's website.

    Gentle Naturals Baby Eczema Cream

    • Gentle Naturals Baby Eczema cream is a fragrance-free lotion. It is all-natural and contains products such as aloe, calendula and other vitamins. It also contains rich moisturizers, which are meant to target your baby's eczema symptoms such as dryness, itchiness and redness. Gentle Naturals Baby Eczema cream can be purchased in most major pharmacies and stores, including CVS, Walgreens, Target and Walmart. You can also order it online at the Gentle Naturals website.

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