Cradle cap usually doesn't bother the infant. Cradle cap causes crusty or oily scaly patches on a baby's scalp. The condition isn't painful or itchy.
How do I stop my baby from scratching cradle cap?
What can I do to prevent cradle cap in my child?
- Use a soft bristled brush to gently remove the scales from the scalp.
- Shampoo baby's hair often.
- Apply baby oil to the scalp after shampooing.
Do babies find cradle cap itchy?
Check if your baby has cradle cap
The crusts can flake and make the skin look red. It can appear on other parts of the body, like the eyebrows, nose and nappy area. Credit: Cradle cap is not itchy or painful and does not bother your baby.
