Baby Acne

Baby acne is very common among newborns. Pimples are known to show up between 2 weeks and 2 months of age. This baby acne can last until the child is 4 to 6 months old. The acne usually appears as whiteheads on the face, much like teen and adult acne. It should be noted that baby acne is different from "milia" which can occur on the baby's face a birth. This condition usually fades within two weeks. If this acne-like redness persists, consult a physician, it may be another condition such as cradle cap or eczema.

The cause of baby acne is usually due to hormones ingested from the mother's milk or from hormones acquired within the womb. Once breast-feeding is done, the hormones are no longer being ingested, and the acne should clear up.

In the meantime, the baby's complection should generally be left alone. Vigorous washing or the use of acne skin care products could irritate your baby's sensitive skin. The acne will usually clear up on its own, and will not cause any scarring. Pediatricians will typically recommend this same approach unless the baby acne is severe in nature.

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