March 2019 - Goodlife Pharmacy Kenya

Trying to decide what baby skincare products to use for your baby can be overwhelming. When you visit a pharmacy, you will see countless brands and products. Piece of advice? Less is more. The fewer chemicals, fragrances and additives in newborn skincare products, the better.

Here are a few tips to keep your baby’s skin healthy:

Bath Time

Babies don’t work 9 to 5 and they are not hitting the gym after-mid- morning naps for that matter. Except for drool and diapers, newborns don’t get very dirty. For the first few months or so, a sponge bath two to three times a week works best. Excess bathing removes the newborn’s natural skin oil and leaves it dry and vulnerable.

Keep baths short, and be extremely gentle with the skin during the first few months to prevent damage to the skin barrier. After the bath, apply a moisturizer such as Aveeno baby moisturizer to improve the condition and function of the skin barrier in premature infants.

Skin Rashes

Don’t be surprised if your baby’s complexion isn’t as smooth and perfect as you thought it would be. Babies skin is prone to dryness, cradle cap, rashes and blemishes.

Matter of fact, nappy rashes are one of the most common skin conditions related to baby’s butt. Products such as Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment are highly effective in dealing with nappy rashes hence making it easy to treat your child. Consult your medical provider if the rashes persist or if you suspect an allergic reaction.

Sun-Safe Baby

Because infants’ skin is so sensitive, it’s better in the first six months to shield them from the sun. It’s especially important to avoid direct sun exposure and seek the shade during the sun’s hours of greatest intensity between 10 AM and 4 PM. Keep to the shady side of the street on walks and use the sun shield on your stroller. Of high importance is to use sunscreens like Laroche Posay SPF 50 Baby Sunscreen which helps prevent baby’s skin from burning. This product is highly recommended for kids because it has a sun protection factor of 50, is waterproof and contains both Vitamin E and B5. Good news is, it’s available on special at a Goodlife Pharmacy near you! Apply it 30 minutes prior to taking baby for that warm sunbath and you’re good to go!

For more products on all things baby skincare and mum care, visit a Goodlife Pharmacy near you.

We all know to brush our teeth each morning and night, but there’s a lot more that goes into maintaining a healthy mouth.

Dental and oral health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. There are many solutions for ensuring healthy teeth, all available at a Goodlife Pharmacy near you!

Before you pay us a visit, here are some tips to keep you going:

1. Brush twice a day

While this may be an obvious one, it’s too important for us not to stress. Brush your teeth for two minutes, twice a day, with a fluoridated toothpaste such as Colgate Herbal. Don’t get carried away with brushing though, as too much pressure can wear down your teeth and irritate your gums.

2. Don’t forget the floss

Flossing once a day reduces gingivitis and other gum diseases. This is because flossing reaches the area between your teeth that is inaccessible to a toothbrush, breaking up dental plaque there before it causes any damage. This is particularly important as you age, since gum tissue between teeth shrinks, leaving bigger gaps where food can get stuck.

3. Eat the right foods

As we everything to do with your body, your nutrition plays a big role in overall oral care. Eating three or four servings of foods rich in both calcium and phosphorus such as dairy products helps promote strong teeth. Citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers and leafy greens rich in vitamin C also help with gum health. Rinse your mouth with Listerine after eating dried fruits in order to prevent them from sticking to your teeth and ultimately damaging. The more often you eat, the more acid you introduce on your teeth. Try to rinse your mouth out after any meals to get rid of food particles.

Routine visit to the dentist

You don’t have to wait for an aching tooth to visit a dentist. Remember, if symptoms persist, seek dental care advice. More importantly though, prevention is better than cure J

Any other tips you follow that get your smile looking like a million bucks? Share with us!