Advice History
Cradle Cap
Does anyone have any tips for dealing with cradle cap?
Use petroleum jelly and work it in the scalp. Then carefully comb it out with an infant hair brush. It really doesn't look too attractive but you still want it all off as quickly as possibly. Resist the urge to scrape it all off and comb it out as the petroleum jelly and comb will allow.
Using olive oil to get rid of cradle cap may sound like an old-wives tale but it really does work! Put a few drops on your fingers and rub it in a bit before applying to your child's head. You kid might smell like an Italian deli for a little while but the cradle cap will be gone in no time.
Selsun Blue, the dandruff shampoo, can take it right off! Be careful to only use a smidge and to make sure it doesn't rinse into their eyes as it is NOT tear-free. After bath, use a comb and the cradle cap will come right off.
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