The infant's scalp may show a yellow flaky rash which seems unrelated to temperature or bathing conditions. This cosmetic condition may be present from birth and is referred to as infant “seborrhea” or commonly called “cradle cap.” Baby oil or mineral oil may be applied to loosen the flakes prior to gentle brushing with a fine nylon baby brush. Simply washing thereafter with plain soap or baby shampoo once or twice per week will keep cradle cap under control until it disappears.
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