How To Get Rid Of Cradle Cap On Eyebrows: What You Need To Know

What Is Cradle Cap?

Cradle cap, more formally known as seborrheic dermatitis, is a condition that can be uncomfortable and unsightly, particularly when symptoms emerge for the first time. This form of stubborn dandruff on the scalp is very common in young children, though it can strike people of any age.

Usually referred to as “cradle cap” when it appears in babies, this condition generally affects the scalp, but it can also be present on other parts of the body as well, especially oily areas around hair follicles—like eyebrows. If you’re wondering how to get rid of cradle cap on eyebrows, there are luckily a few ways you can treat this yourself.

Symptoms Of Cradle Cap On Eyebrows

Some of the most common symptoms that you may notice on your baby’s eyebrows are:

• Yellow color scales
• Crusty skin flakes
• Redness
• Inflammation
• Greasy skin

Why Do Babies Get Cradle Cap On Their Eyebrows?

The exact cause of cradle cap is still not known, but scientists believe it is caused by a combination of factors such as 

• Hormonal changes
• Overgrowth of Malassezia yeast
• Overproduction of sebum.

Hormones from the mother’s body are transferred to the baby’s body during pregnancy. After birth, when there is a change in those hormones, it can trigger the sebaceous glands to produce excess sebum. 

Malassezia yeast is naturally present on the skin. The excess sebum leads to its overproduction, and as a result, the baby develops flaking, scaling, and inflammation associated with cradle cap.

How To Treat Cradle Cap on Eyebrows

Washing

If your baby develops symptoms of cradle cap on their eyebrows, talk to your pediatrician about using a medicated shampoo. A common active ingredient found in medicated shampoos, pyrithione zinc, has been shown to be successful in reducing the symptoms of  cradle cap on eyebrows (as well as the scalp and other body parts) and is the best way to keep cradle cap on eyebrows under control.

Though everyone responds to medicated shampoos slightly differently, most people will see an improvement after a few washes and a significant improvement in about a month. 

• Wash your baby’s scalp and eyebrows with a cradle cap shampoo.
• Use the shampoo 2 to 3 times a week.
• Consult a pediatrician. They may prescribe the use on a daily basis.
• While washing, gently massage the area.

Your doctor will be able to tell you for sure if the medicated shampoo is the right choice for you and can answer any questions you have about how it might affect your baby in particular.

Brushing

You also can try using a soft-bristled brush, often called a cradle cap brush, to gently brush the excess scales off from your baby’s face or scalp.

• Use the brush to gently massage the affected area in a circular motion while washing or shampooing.
• You can also use the cradle cap brush on dry scalp to massage and promote blood circulation on the scalp.

Dr. Eddie has formulated a BPA-free cradle cap brush. Happy Cappy Cradle Cap Beanie Brush is developed to help you get rid of the scales and flakes. It can be used on babies, toddlers, and adults.

Cradle Cap Eyebrows Treatment: A Safer Option for Children

Dr. Eddie is a licensed pediatrician who has seen many cases of cradle cap in eyebrows and scalp over the years. Left with few alternatives, he would often prescribe dandruff shampoos meant for adults. Unfortunately, these products often contain dyes, fragrances, and other additives that may be too harsh for a young child’s skin.

To remedy this problem, he formulated Dr. Eddie’s Happy Cappy Medicated Shampoo & Body Wash. It’s the only kids’ cradle cap shampoo that’s made for children of all ages. Made with 95% natural ingredients, it’s even popular with adults who are weary of skin and hair products that contain harsh chemicals.

Dr. Eddie’s Happy Cappy Medicated Shampoo is free of fragrance, dyes, sulfates, parabens, alcohol, and BPAs. It’s also cruelty-free, making it soft and gentle to use to get rid of cradle cap on eyebrows or any other part of your baby’s skin.

It helps eliminate skin and scalp itching, irritation, redness, flaking, and scaling associated with seborrheic dermatitis. This means it helps seborrheic dermatitis everywhere on the body –even the cradle cap on eyebrows. Save with our bundles online (save even more with Amazon pay!), or find this revolutionary solution in select stores like Walmart, Walgreens, and Buy Buy Baby.

Could It Be Something Else?

A baby’s skin is delicate and sensitive, which is why it is prone to common skin conditions. Some of the most common conditions that cause flaking on the baby’s eyebrows are:

• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Impetigo
• Dry skin
• Contact dermatitis

The symptoms of cradle cap and these skin conditions are important, but an accurate diagnosis is important for the right treatment. It is best to consult a pediatrician if you are unable to suspect what might be causing dandruff on your baby’s eyebrows.

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