A newborn baby is born with wrinkly skin and a protective covering called vernix that naturally peels off during the first week. There's no need to rush it, rub it, or treat it with lotions or creams.

"After a bath of five to 10 minutes, rinse completely, gently pat your baby dry and apply a fragrance-free cream or ointment such as petroleum jelly (Vaseline) while the skin is still damp ...

Look for hypoallergenic products that respect your baby's natural skin balance and prevent any irritation. Also, make sure they are pH neutral, as a newborn's skin is more vulnerable to imbalances. 3.

We all know the phrase "smooth as a baby's bottom". Well, it's not just a saying - it's true that newborns really do have velvet-like skin.

Newborn baby skin—everyone thinks that babies should have this smooth, soft, clear skin from day one, and that's just not the case. A baby's skin goes through a lot of changes as they are exposed to ...

The hypoallergenic blend feels more like a rich cream than a balm, making it ideal for pre-bedtime baby massage on delicate skin. Buy now £25 , Boots E45 Dermatological Eczema Repair Emollient Cream ...