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Dr. Greene’s Answer:
Most babies have skin that doesn’t need any extra oil. But if they have dry skin or eczema, a moisturizer or oil can be very helpful. I like a gentle moisturizer like Eucerin, but baby oil or even Vaseline may used for some kids, if their skin is especially dry or irritated.
Reviewed by:
Khahn-van Le-Bucklin,
Rebecca HicksLast reviewed: June 19, 2008
Dr. Greene is the founder of DrGreene.com (sited by the AMA as “the pioneer physician Web site”), a practicing pediatrician, father of four, & author of
Raising Baby Green &
Feeding Baby Green. He appears frequently in the media including such venues as the The New York Times, the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, & the Dr. Oz Show.