Mother, Baby & Kids

Oat Milk & Almond Milk For Baby Skincare Are Officially A Thing Now (It’s True)!

Heard of cow’s milk, goat’s milk, and soy milk before but not quite aware of oat milk and almond milk? No worries! In case you didn’t know, oat milk and almond milk DO exist and they’re two of the most widespread plant-based milk alternatives available other than soy milk.

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Both oat milk and almond milk are incredibly popular nowadays due to the nutrition and health benefits they possess if you include them to your diet. Oat milk is packed with essential vitamins, such as Vitamin A, B12, and D. What’s more, it’s free of many of the allergens commonly found in other types of milk. Meanwhile, almond milk is also scientifically proven to be naturally rich in several vitamins and minerals.

With that being said, did you know that both of these non-dairy milk also contain superb properties for your baby’s skin?

THE BENEFITS OF OAT MILK AND ALMOND MILK FOR SKIN

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Fun fact: Did you know that oats have been used for thousands of years as a way to soothe and treat skin topically?

Much like oatmeal, oat milk boasts a dense nutrient profile, which is super healthy not only for our body but also for your skin. Oat milk is rich in proteins and lipid, has potent emollient properties and Vitamin E – making it a great moisturiser. It also exhibits anti-inflammatory properties that help itching associated with dry, irritated skin. It contains flavonoids that can protect your skin from harsh pollutants and chemicals. Moreover, oat milk is mild and gentle on all skin types – sensitive skin counted in.

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What’s so great about almond milk for your little one’s skin then? Almond milk is high in Vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant that can reduce inflammation and vital to maintain healthy skin.

BABY SKIN CARE 101: COMMON ISSUES AND TIPS

It’s no secret that a baby’s skin is so delicate and sensitive, especially during the first few months of his or her life. A baby’s skin is so soft and delicate; it’s easily affected by heat, dampness, prolonged contact with nappy, bacteria, drool, milk, and more. As such, babies often experience common skin health issues, such as dry skin, heat rash, nappy rash, and allergies, to mention a few.

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Since babies’ skin is highly delicate and vulnerable, it’s imperative to keep your baby’s skin healthy through practicing proper hygiene and skin care. Here are some simple and practical ways that you can implement on a daily basis to support optimum skin health of your baby:

1. Get your baby clean

Baths are important to keep your baby’s skin clean and healthy. As your baby’s skin can be delicate, it’s important to only use specially formulated baby-safe wash to clean your baby. Newborns typically only need a bath a few times a week and sponge baths are usually recommended for newborns with the cord still attached. Older babies can be bathed daily. In between, simply clean your baby’s mouth area from milk excess or drool with a warm damp cloth to prevent rashes around his or her mouth.

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2. Keep your baby dry and cool

If your baby doesn’t have a fever, heat rash or prickly heat is usually caused by excessive perspiration due to hot weather, dressing baby too warmly, or wearing clothing that traps sweat. To keep your baby nice and cool; don’t put your baby in a hot environment that can make him or her sweat, keep your baby’s skin dry, avoid tight-clothing, ensure clean clothing, and always choose comfortable and breathable material for your baby’s outfits. The key is no sweat, no heat rash!

3. Diapering basics

To safeguard your baby from rashes around the nappy area, which can be irritating to the skin and lead to more serious problems if not treated carefully, make sure you choose the right diaper’s size for your baby, don’t put on your baby’s diaper too tightly, check your baby’s diaper frequently, change the diaper and clean your baby’s diaper area immediately when the diaper is wet or soiled. In addition, apply appropriate amount of barrier cream on your baby’s bottom as often as necessary after each diaper change.

4. Be mindful with your product choices

As a baby’s skin is much more sensitive than adults’, it’s more prone to skin issues. Hence, it’s requisite to only use products that are specially formulated for babies – mild, free from any harsh chemicals to avoid any possible reaction on baby’s delicate skin. Once you have noticed your baby’s developing allergy reactions to specific products being used, stop using that product and seek medical attention when needed.

5. Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise

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Not only is baby’s skin thinner than adults’, but it also produces fewer moisturising oils – so it gets easily chapped and dry. To avoid dry skin that may lead to itchiness, remember to moisturise your baby’s skin. After every bath, put gentle, hypoallergenic and dermatologically-tested baby lotion on your baby to win against infantile dry skin and possible skin irritation through the first year and beyond. Consider choosing baby lotion that contains organic oat milk and milk of almonds, such as Baby CARRIE’s Baby Lotion.

NOURISHING YOUR BABY’S SKIN WITH BABY CARRIE’S BABY LOTION

Baby CARRIE’s Baby Lotion is specifically formulated for quick absorption and 48-hour moisturisation with non-oily and light-feel sensorial. It’s made with the perfect combination of certified organic oat milk and milk of almonds that contain rich emollients that soothe, protect, and moisturise baby’s skin all at once. Organic oat milk is great for your baby’s skin because it moistures, helps fight skin dryness, and offers a protective barrier over baby’s sensitive skin.  Milk of almonds nourishes your baby’s skin as it’s high in Vitamin B6, C, E, and Zinc – typical ingredients used in skin repair creams and lotions.

If you’re searching for an all-day baby lotion that’s ultra-gentle, contains 100% organic plant actives, and free of harmful ingredients that may cause irritations on baby’s skin, seek no more! Baby CARRIE’s Baby Lotion is totally safe and confirmed gentle for babies, even for newborns with sensitive skin – definitely something that you’ll feel good about putting on your baby’s delicate skin.

BABY CARRIE BABY LOTION IS SPECIALLY MADE FOR YOUR BABY!

Trusted by mums and safe for babies’ skin, here are the top 10 reasons that make Baby CARRIE’s Baby Lotion the best everyday lotion for your baby:

  • 100% organic plant actives
  • Suitable for newborn babies
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Keeps balanced pH
  • 48-hour moisturisation
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Dermatologically-tested
  • Alcohol-free, paraben-free, mineral oil-free and colourant-free
  • Free of added phthalates
  • Halal-certified

Keen to know more about how Baby CARRIE’s Baby Lotion can hydrate, soothe, and protect your baby’s delicate and sensitive skin while keeping it cotton soft? Visit their official website today! Don’t forget to check out their Facebook page too to get interesting updates and promotions on Baby CARRIE’s product range.