Newborn Skin Care Tips from a Board-Certified Dermatologist

So you’re a new parent with a brand new baby! Congrats on embarking on the most challenging endeavor ever- much more challenging than your first year as a physician in your intern year!
So many questions…How do I support the baby’s head (I need to do a better job in this photo)? Why does my baby make those grunting sounds in the middle of the night and sounds like a baby dinosaur from Jurassic Park? How do I swaddle a baby and how can I make one for myself when I go to bed? Oh, wait, there’s no sleep for us parents? That saying, “I slept like a baby” was a complete lie as your baby actually does not sleep so soundly as I imagined. There are so many concerns, questions and doubts as a parent.
With that said, I want to help you with 5 tips for newborn skin care!
Products mentioned:
1. Aquaphor or Vaseline: diaper rash, rashes on the face from teething or eczema.
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2. Aquaphor baby wash for scalp and face/body! www.amazon.com/shop/danielsug...
Shampoo only: check out Johnson's baby tear free shampoo amzn.to/2X8J7Xn
3. Desitin: Diaper rash issues? Love this stuff and make sure to have an extra tube when traveling. Kids will get sick and diarrhea is a common symptom. Diarrhea can lead to diaper rashes and thus the zinc in Desitin is very soothing and anti-inflammatory. Apply this “like cream cheese” over the behind to protect the skin and to help it heal.
4. SPF/Sunscreen: I recommend mineral based ingredients (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) for your broad spectrum sunscreens- I like Blue Lizard, Aveeno Baby and Neutrogena Baby. They can make them look pasty white but babies don’t mind! Get a sun hat and sunglasses for them although they always try to rip them off themselves after 2 seconds. Check out my Amazon storefront to browse through sunscreens www.amazon.com/shop/danielsug...
5. Hydrocortisone 1% cream: Nice to use on bug bites, small patches of dry itchy skin or skin irritation but do not use longer than 1 week! See your board certified dermatologist if you are not finding relief with Cortisone 10/hydrocortisone. amzn.to/3g4pkkS
These products are good for baby shower gifts by the way. You can find them on my Amazon storefront at www.amazon.com/shop/danielsug...
Please stay healthy and safe while being quarantined at home. We will pull through this together!
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Dr. Daniel Sugai
Board Certified Dermatologist

[@susansugai6060]

Great video for new parents and helpful suggestions for baby shower gifts!

[@goodvibe1053]

Thank you sir for helpful information video ❤️🙏

[@ayamenaka3430]

Good to know that if treated early eczema can be controlled! Wonderful information to protect our keikis! Can't get enough of your adorable children!

[@danielsugaimd]

Yes- protect the keiko! Thank you for watching!

[@kco22]

Hi there! Thank you for sharing! May you please share what products you use to get the sunscreen off your kids? Thank you! Have a fun and good day! 😀

[@mrs.camillewarrenempress3115]

thanks for your video this help me very much for mines ... god bless you and yours 😊

[@ishamanchanda1078]

Hey dear, thanks for sharing but I am using Bioderma atoderm cleansing soap, it's amazing for me. I like the soap because it's Dermatologically tested and it really helps to maintain ph balance and keep skin hydrated. That's why I loved this.

[@myaccounttoskincarerelated9891]

Dr. Daniel, what are your thoughts on Chicco’s skincare line?? It’s an Italian based brand (but they sell in many countries) for babies and I’m considering to get some of these for my baby sister as a gift ♥️

[@vickyrojas4410]

Can you provide a link to the articles about eczema prevention that you mentioned? I would love to read more.

[@laurensugai2709]

Great idea to provide skincare tips for babies! :)

[@danielsugaimd]

Lauren Sugai thank you for watching!!

[@sarmistha3305]

Aww lovely cute kids you got

[@shellygupta4748]

Hey i am using Bioderma Atoderm soap and other products from BIODERMA ... recommended by many moms . Me using them since very long time because its fragrance free and chemical free.it has glycerin and Shea butter which keeps skin hydrated and soft .

[@raquelelorriaga8237]

This is awesome! Thank you! 🙌🏽 def adding all of these to my registry. Would you consider reviewing/giving us a video talking about Honest Beauty baby skincare/regular skincare? Her line seems good but also, i literally have no idea 😂 I would rather defer to you, a Doctor who knows his stuff! Lol. thank you!

[@simmonedavis98]

And one about Johnson & Johnson products!

[@dawnellebonney-cheek5244]

Great video Dan! I have a two month old and Aquaphor has been our go-to as a skin barrier since it’s compatible with the cloth diapers we are using! Any tips for getting rid of cradle cap?

[@danielsugaimd]

Dawnelle Bonney-Cheek congrats on the new addition to the family! I like the aquaphor baby shampoo for cradle cap followed up by mineral or baby oil to the thick scale. Thanks for watching and subscribing!!

[@normakarina5123]

@@danielsugaimd hi doctor can you please suggest me any good drugstore shampoos for daily basics. For adults? Please

[@maddie.h8195]

What diapers did you use? I’m expecting my first and I’m planning on using birdseye cotton flats, do you think that would be ok with aquaphor/Vaseline?

[@1phantasystar]

Thank you so much!

[@danielsugaimd]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@rebeccalankford9810]

Fantastic

[@trendyforever2824]

Thank you so much. I was going crazy looking this type of information and everyone just focus and smell. 😂😂😂😂

[@glendarodriguez469]

Thank you for your video. Can you make a video about newborn acne/eczema & peeling skin.

[@gamerdj1529]

Suu Balm Kids relieves itch in less than 5 minutes! Formulated at the National Skin Center SingaporeSuu Balm Kids has menthol to relieve the urge to scratch + Ceramide and invol.co/cl5jtby

[@lizbeth.c6734]

Just had a baby and this is super helpful ❤️

[@AlejandraHernandez-kl9hn]

Hello my baby has intertrigo in his inner skin fold, can I use Desitin for it or Aquaphor?

[@jesystar]

I know this video was posted a year ago, but I hope you can respond... I'm not even sure if you as a dermatologist would know this, but what would you consider best on a baby's bottom, conventional diapers or cloth diaper... what would be better for a baby's skin?

[@LauLauAwesomeness]

What do you think about cerave baby products?

[@RollingFishball]

I just hit subscribe after the first 5 seconds 🤣 I like your vibe

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙🤙🤙😁😉

[@sashaevans-marius7924]

Can I use Aquaphor to help with mosquito bites?

[@sabrinas.3564]

How should sunscreen be removed from baby’s body? Baby body wash leaves a residue behind. Thanks!

[@anniethielen903]

Thanks Daniel for the tips! I have horrible skin and have suffered from eczema, chronic hives, and acne to name a few so I’m obsessed with skincare and love watching all your videos. We have a 1 month old and he has a severe case of newborn acne that’s so painful for me to look at. Zac always has to remind me that it hurts me more than it does him so I’ll have to give your tips a try. Thank you!!

[@danielsugaimd]

Annie Thielen he should outgrow the acne but if it’s scarring, please see your local derm soon! Congrats on the little one and thanks for watching my videos!! Take care and miss my Hawaii peeps!! 🤙🤙🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️

[@tinataing2565]

Love this video!! Although I already have kids, it’s been a bit since I’ve had a newborn and this video has helped so much! The purple Desitin is LEGIT. We were using the blue and our newborn had the worse diaper rash. Went out and got the purple tube and it worked wonders. Thank you for the tips!!

[@danielsugaimd]

Tina Taing aww thanks for watching and I’m glad it was helpful! Go purple desitin! Also, congrats on the new baby!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gamerdj1529]

Suu Balm Kids relieves itch in less than 5 minutes! Formulated at the National Skin Center SingaporeSuu Balm Kids has menthol to relieve the urge to scratch + Ceramide and invol.co/cl5jtby

[@Rubyleon73]

Thank you Dr. 😊 i love aquaphor for my baby

[@danielsugaimd]

It’s a must for parents with babies! 🙌🙏👍

[@deeptiaggarwal985]

Awesome tips. I wud add my experience too.my son was born with very sensitive skin and our Paediatrician recommended bioderma atoderm soap for him.now is one year still m using bioderma atoderm soap. Superb results. Now his skin is healthy and very smooth n soft

[@soupnfresh]

It's okay to use adult Aquaphor for babies? I thought there was a line for babies specifically??

[@Duxbury_Skin]

Thanks for sharing! Where are you located at?

[@danielsugaimd]

Sherra thank you for watching! My practice is in Bellevue, WA. Take care 🤙🤙🤙🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sapnasingh4826]

I have been using Bioderma atoderm soap for a long time now and I am totally in love. It is dermatologically tested and doesn't contain parabens. It is suitable for all skin types.

[@ayeshathulnithasa4661]

Good marketing strategy by bioderma.. Same comments almost in every products. Stop fooling people

[@jackado9848]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@soupnfresh]

You didn't mention the wipes. :(

[@ilovehandmadestuff]

Lol! I am totally sharing this to my friends with new born babies :)

[@danielsugaimd]

ilovehandmadestuff 😃 thank you so much and thanks for watching!

[@mayurajain14]

Thanks for sharing. Every Babys need is different... it totally depends upon their skin type as well as season ... I prefer onli bioderma range for my little one coz is fragrance free as well as paraben free ... Bioderma Atoderm cleansing bar is specially designed to nourish the skin and keep it hydrated for 24 hours ....

[@gamerdj1529]

Suu Balm Kids relieves itch in less than 5 minutes! Formulated at the National Skin Center SingaporeSuu Balm Kids has menthol to relieve the urge to scratch + Ceramide and invol.co/cl5jtby

[@abhinavmimishow1618]

hahah this is funny! we are not parents year but taking notes!

[@danielsugaimd]

Mimi & Abhinav Show thanks for watching and hope this is helpful when the time comes 😄😉! Take care 🙏🏼

[@meronassefa5197]

I thought Sun exposure for vitamin D was very important for babies, why do they need sunscreen?

[@trendyforever2824]

Is good, but something the sun can be aggressive and their skin is sensitive

[@evelinc.r2186]

You’re the first dermatologist I watch say Johnson and Johnson is ok. I love it but every video I watch about baby wash says they’re not ok

[@Angie_Linaa]

I guess every baby is different. Almost all baby products ended up giving my baby rashes,when I started Johnson and Johnson,he’s skin has not had a single rash for 3months now

[@mutezalsady]

Mashallah ❤

[@jackado9848]

🎉❤❤🎉

[@amnnah1231]

The music in the background is soo annoying

[@danielsugaimd]

Yeah, I had to change that for my future videos. All a learning process. Thanks for the feedback 😄

[@amnnah1231]

@@danielsugaimd Good luck 👍🏻

[@doodoo7207]

Lol

[@karicastel8192]

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[@cherrylicious2]

But what about the chemicals in some of these products? Seems like most products nowadays are just plain bad for you.... ☹️