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Skin cleansing in neonates and infants--basics of cleansers
1Galderma India, Andheri (E) Mumbai [corrected]. galindia.info@galderma.com
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Choosing the right baby cleanser is crucial for delicate neonatal and infant skin. Cetaphil, a lipid-free liquid cleanser, is clinically proven non-irritating and pH-balanced for safe infant skincare.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pediatrics
- Cosmetic Science
Background:
- Neonatal and infant skin possess unique anatomical characteristics distinct from adult skin.
- Proper cleansing is essential for maintaining the integrity of delicate baby skin.
- Selecting appropriate cleansers requires understanding ingredient properties and product composition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline guidelines for cleansing neonatal and infant skin.
- To define the characteristics of an ideal cleanser for pediatric skin.
- To evaluate the suitability of specific cleansers for infant bathing.
Main Methods:
- Review of guidelines for cleansing neonatal and infant skin.
- Enumeration of characteristics for ideal pediatric cleansers.
- Analysis of cleanser ingredients and their properties.
- Evaluation of clinical data on cleanser safety and efficacy.
Main Results:
- Many baby cleansers in India lack ingredient transparency and unsubstantiated mildness claims.
- Cetaphil, a non-soap, lipid-free liquid cleanser, demonstrated non-irritating properties via the Chamber Scarification Test.
- Cetaphil maintains a skin-compatible pH below 7, preserving the skin's natural physiological pH.
Conclusions:
- Cetaphil is a suitable and recommended cleanser for neonates and infants.
- The clinical evidence supports Cetaphil's use for gentle infant skincare.
- Consideration of Cetaphil is advised when selecting cleansers for the youngest age groups.
Objective:
Using a proper cleanser for bathing neonatal and infant skin is of prime importance considering the anatomical differences with regard to adult skin. Choosing the right cleanser requires knowledge of the composition of a cleanser as well as the properties of the individual ingredients.
Methods:
The article discusses the guidelines for cleansing the skin of neonates and infants. The characteristics of an ideal cleanser for pediatric skin have also been enumerated.
Results:
In India, majority of cleansers recommended for babies do not mention their active ingredients. Their claims of "mildness" have not been substantiated with clinical studies. Cetaphil, a non-soap, lipid-free liquid cleanser, has been clinically proven to be non-irritating by the Chamber Scarification Test. Moreover, Cetaphil also has a pH of less than 7, which does not alter the physiological pH of skin.
Conclusion:
Hence, Cetaphil should definitely be considered while choosing a cleanser for neonates and infants.