When flakes appear on your baby’s scalp, the question becomes: Is this cradle cap vs dry scalp?
These two conditions look deceivingly similar, yet they’re caused by opposite problems: one by too much oil, the other by too little moisture.
The catch? They require completely different treatments. Use the wrong approach, and you might make things worse.
So how do you solve this mystery and give your baby the right care? Let’s find out what’s really happening beneath those flakes.
What Is Cradle Cap...
Published on November 28, 2025 04:43