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What should babies with eczema wear to sleep?

One of the best ways to keep your baby comfortable and flare-up free is by dressing them in Mustela's Stelatopia Skin Soothing Pajamas. These special pajamas are designed for babies and toddlers with eczema-prone skin and deliver soothing moisture to your little one's skin while they sleep.

What helps baby eczema at night?

The following tips may help prevent eczema itching at night:

  1. Moisturize well before bed. Use an oil-based moisturizer or a medicated cream, such as a steroid cream, before bed. …
  2. Bathe at night. …
  3. Use wet wrap therapy. …
  4. Avoid harsh fabrics. …
  5. Avoid allergens before bed. …
  6. Take an antihistamine. …
  7. Try melatonin. …
  8. Wear gloves to bed.

What should I wear to bed with eczema?

Clean, soft linens made of breathable fabrics are the best bet for people with eczema who wish to sleep better at night.

How can I comfort my baby with eczema?

Use fragrance-free, mild soaps or soapless cleansers for sensitive skin. Keep baths to 5 or 10 minutes. Pat your baby dry to retain some moisture on the skin, then apply moisturizer.

What fabrics are bad for eczema?

About clothing and eczema Many people with eczema find that wool and synthetic materials, such as polyester and nylon, cause overheating, sweating and irritation, which set off the dreaded itch. Rough seams, fibres, fastenings and threads can also cause problems for sensitive skin.

Should you cover eczema or let it breathe?

If you have atopic dermatitis, your doctor may recommend wet wrap therapy. It's one of the best ways to rehydrate your skin, relieve symptoms of atopic dermatitis, and help topical treatments (the ones you rub on your skin) work better.

Is Vaseline good for eczema?

Petroleum jelly is well tolerated and works well for sensitive skin, which makes it an ideal treatment for eczema flare-ups. Unlike some products that can sting and cause discomfort, petroleum jelly has moisturizing and soothing properties that alleviate irritation, redness, and discomfort.

Is tight clothing bad for eczema?

Tight clothes are a flare trigger. Wear clothes that fit you well, don't cause too much friction, and have room to move with you (especially during exercise) so your skin isn't under pressure.