What is cradle cap? Cradle cap is a type of scurf caused by excessive secretion of sebum, it appears on the head of a young baby and looks like greasy folds of thickened skin. A child is not born with cradle cap, but it is a common occurrence and easy to remove.

Directions: Apply the cream sparingly onto affected scalp. Wash off cream after a half to two hour period depending on severity of cradle cap, Cabbies up to 12 months a maximum of half an hour). If a second treatment is needed wait 7 days. If your child has sensitive skin, apply a small amount of cream to a limited area of the scalp to test for any adverse reaction. Do not use if you know your child is sensitive to any ingredient.

Other Ingredients: Emulsifying Wax, Glycerol, See base (a lanolin cream base). Water. Euxyl K100.

Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid BP 1.50%ww.

Cradle cap cream can cause temporary hair loss. if this occurs. hair will reshow at normal pace. Caution: Do not use on broken or inflamed skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Prolonged use should be avoided. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Do not use on large areas as this may have internal effects. Not recommended for children over 12 years. Do not use cream after use by date if undesirable/unexpected adverse effects occur consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep all medicinal products out of reach of children. For external use only.

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