When Can Babies Use Mineral Oil?
Before we talk about baby oil benefits, let’s first discuss when it’s alright for babies to use mineral oil.
You see, you shouldn’t apply any skincare product until your baby is past their first month. Experts clarify that early exposure (2 to 4 weeks) may lead to eczema or allergic reactions.
After a month, their protective skin barrier is already developed, so they might be able to tolerate skin products with no harsh ingredients.
If your little one is born premature, it’s best to wait until they are 2 months old before even thinking about skincare products [3].
Baby Oil Benefits: What’s It For?
Now that we know it’s probably okay for babies to use mineral oil after their first month (2nd, if they were born prematurely), let’s talk about the benefits they can get from it.
Moisturization
A popular brand of baby oil says their oil can lock in 10x more moisture on wet skin than most lotions can on dry skin. Still, some reports say you shouldn’t use baby oil because it decreases baby’s natural oils [4].
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