There is a genetic component to it and also can be triggered by allergens.
Baby itchy scalp eczema.
Scalp eczema is a type of eczema or atopic dermatitis in which dry rough itchy patches are formed on the skin of the baby s scalp.
After a bath of no more than 15 minutes rinse completely gently pat your baby dry and apply a fragrance free cream or ointment such as petroleum jelly vaseline while the skin is still damp.
And if your baby can tolerate the spray sensation then try an aloe spray.
It generally clears up.
Another home remedy for eczema scalp we ve tried is itch relief aloe spray.
Tea tree oil olive oil aloe vera.
It s easy to confuse baby eczema also called infant eczema or atopic dermatitis with cradle cap.
These include the following topical treatments.
But there are some key differences.
You can start with trying a regular spray bottle filled with cold water though.
Cradle cap is much less red and scaly.
Scalp eczema should be differentiated from other similar skin conditions such as cradle cap psoriasis etc.
Baby eczema causes symptoms such as a red rash that makes the skin dry itchy and scaly.
The rash can also have small bumps which may ooze or weep fluid.