Expert Calls Baby Skin Care Affects Development Process

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JAKARTA - Baby skin care has a major impact on children's physical and mental growth, especially in the golden age. Social pediatric growth expert, Doctor Dr. dr. Bernie Endyarni Medisie, SpAK, MPH from the National Central General Hospital dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (RSCM) said that in addition to nutrition obtained from breast milk and food, taking care of the baby's skin by paying attention to health and skin hygiene is very important.

"The most rapid brain development is in the golden age and if something happens at that time can have long-term effects, this problem includes children who have skin disorders," said dr. Bernie reported by ANTARA, Friday, June 16.

"When a baby has a sleep disorder, it will not sleep well because during sleep there is a growth hormone, if the sleep is not deep, the growth will be disrupted, if the skin has problems, the movement will not be good," he continued.

One of the steps that parents can take is to continue to maintain the health and hygiene of the baby's skin with products that are friendly to the sensitive skin condition.

"Skin care supports this growth and development process, because with the right use of products, babies will feel more comfortable because their skin can avoid certain skin conditions such as redness, irritation, or itching," said dr. Bernie.

Furthermore, dr. Bernie explained that newborn baby skin is different from adult skin. Baby skin is more susceptible and sensitive so it requires special care. Baby skin is very easy to absorb because it has a thickness of 30 percent lower than adult skin, so it is important for parents to choose baby care products made of natural ingredients, pH Balanced, and has also passed the dermatology test.

"That's why parents have to look for products that are suitable for baby skin. If the baby's skin is irritated and not handled properly, it can cause infection," said dr. Bernie.