Why is my son developing acne at 4 months?

Question

My baby has a some small bumps on his forehead... he is kept very clean... why is this happening?

Answer 1

thats really normal, it has nothing to do w/ cleanliness, even in adults acne doesnt mean you are "dirty". i saw on a Health First video at my OB/GYN office that if you want to help this about 3-5 mins after giving her a bath, apply baby lotion to her face it should help clear. but dont worry its very normal...also apply hypoallergenic lotion to her face so it wont irritate the bumps

Answer 2

it is just baby acne. it will go away however make take some time. my daughter had the same thing. I asked doc and he said to by sebulex which is a shampoo. just rub on babys face make sure it does not get into the eyes. after a few days of using it my daughter cleared right up. Warning thow it is kinda pricey i think i paid around 14.00 for a small bottle. but totally worth it! and i suppose with the leftovers you could use it on your hair helps dry scalp so iam told.

Answer 3

He might be allergic to the wipes or soap that you are using.  Try something that is hypoallergenic.

Answer 4

it's completely normal. His skin is just adjusting to everything outside the womb. You could give him a bath every 10 minutes, and he'd probably STILL get some baby acne. It's nothing to be concerned about. It'll go away on its own within the next month or two.  

Answer 5

It's not acne and has nothing to do with cleanliness. It's usually caused by hormones and sometimes it can indicate an intolerance to soap/shampoo/laundry product/moisturiser.

Answer 6

This happens when people kiss him and there months are dirty .And it could also be by not washing there covers right .

Answer 7

It's just baby acne, it will go away in a month or two, no big deal, it just looks funny for a while :-)

Answer 8

Some babies develop newborn acne. My younger daughter had it when she was a baby and then it cleared up. Unfortunately, the acne began to re-appear when she was nine years old and she is now taking medication for it.

Answer 9

Its definitely normal- its called baby acne, and it does not mean your baby isnt clean, or that your baby is allergic, or that there is anything wrong.

You really cant do anything about them, and they will continue to come and go.

Just dont try to pop them or anything! I know that may sound gross, but im serious. You are just supposed to let them be and they will go away on their own.  :)