Red Dry Skin On Baby Face. The increased volume of blood in the body. Speak to a GP if it appears on your childs scalp as it may need to be treated. KidsHealth suggests creating an oatmeal facial wash to help treat your babys dry skin. Sun exposure andor pregnancy can trigger melasma which causes brown or grey-brown freckled patches on the face.
The patch may look red pink silver or darker than surrounding skin. Dry patches on face are usually characterized by flaky or peeling skin. Depending on the cause they may be white or red in color See inserted pictures. Dry non-moisturized skin also leads to dry baby acne 1. Eczema can be harder to see on babies. Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis In some cases peeling and dry skin are caused by a skin condition called eczema or atopic dermatitis.
Acne can also be hereditary.
Fifth disease or erythema infectiosum is a viral illness that causes cold symptoms followed by a lingering red rash on both cheeks. Overall skin appears tight and overstretched. The elbows and knees are particularly susceptible when babies. Fifth disease or erythema infectiosum is a viral illness that causes cold symptoms followed by a lingering red rash on both cheeks. Eczema can be harder to see on babies. Here is what you notice when a baby has dry skin.