Baby skin care

Myths abound about the right way to take care of your baby’s skin.

Babies have delicate skin which needs extra care. They need to be bathed with a mild soap. The clothes they are made to wear also require care. Baby clothes should be washed in a mild detergent. Do not overdress your baby.Put him or her into comfortable clothes. Always trim their finger and toe nails short. While changing baby diapers, wash the area with mild soap and water and dry the bottom clean or use disposable wipes.
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Skincare in winter

Winter is round the corner and this is the time when dry skin needs lot of pampering. As winter leaves your skin chapped and lifeless, here are some simple skin care tips…

• Dry skin is very sensitive and during winter, the condition worsens. The best way to avoid this is to drink a lot of water. Take food rich in vitamin C and consume lot of citrus fruits.

• Continue to use sunscreen lotion, but with a better SPF for winters. It would be best to use a foundation or moisturiser with an inbuilt sunscreen.
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