Why You Shouldn’t Use Olive Oil For Massaging Your Baby: Parents Are Putting Their Children At Risk Of Skin Complaints Such As Eczema
Babies should not be massaged with oils as they could cause long-term damage to the skin, experts warn. The oils break down into fatty acids which damage the skin’s structure, allowing irritants to enter and too much water to escape. This can lead to dryness, cracks and conditions such as eczema.
Baby massage has become hugely popular among parents who find that gently stroking their child is soothing and helps them bond. It has also been said to help stimulate babies’ brains and improve their digestion.
They say parents are putting children at risk of developing eczema and other skin complaints by rubbing them with olive because they believe the natural products are safe and are not. The chances of nasty rashes and heightened sensations of discomfort may occur when you apply such natural oils to the surface of your baby’s body.
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