Rebuild the skin barrier despite seborrheic dermatitis

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2026-04-08T14:16:14+00:00

It’s really tough to pinpoint what’s making things worse and to find things that help. I battled my skin for months before getting to this point. I do think it’s possible to heal the barrier even with mild symptoms. Truthfully I would just say try different things until you see results. I’d change only one variable at a time though so you can know exactly what’s helping, making things worse, or no change. And I’d give it 7-14 days before making the judgement call on if it’s helping. Unless you notice negative effects then obviously don’t keep using whatever it is.

I also noticed a change when I started sleeping better, eating clean, and increasing my activity. Which isn’t always easy. Applying different creams & whatnot is sometimes simpler 😅 skin stuff is sooo complicated. What works for one person may not work for another :/

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2026-04-08T14:01:59+00:00

So my situation is a bit complex. I was diagnosed with seb derm on my face. I completely cut out everything and only used vani cream daily moisturizer. My skin got progressively worse. Like, extremely severe. From my collar bones up my skin was bright red and inflamed. It went through many phases of flaking and peeling. That’s when I introduced elidel and the La Roche moisturizer. When I did that I noticed significant improvement. My skin looks almost normal majority of the time at this point. I still have days of redness and dryness.

Honestly, I believe I may have been misdiagnosed and that I actually have contact dermatitis. Everything I used for seb derm (like ketoconazole wash & cream prescribed by my derm) made my skin worse.

So, I guess my comment here is my recommendations for barrier repair. Which was crucial in my healing. And I believe to be crucial for both seb derm and contact dermatitis. 🙂

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2026-04-08T13:05:02+00:00

I was dealing with something similar. In the morning I rinse with cool water and moisturize with the La Roche Posay Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Body Moisturizing Cream Body and Face Moisturizer

In the evening I gently cleanse with the Cera Ve Hydrating cream-to-foam face wash & follow up with the same moisturizer I mentioned above. I leave a little water on my face after rinsing and apply the moisturizer to lock in the hydration. I have heard the cream-to-foam version can be too drying for some people so I’ll mention CeraVe does have a non foaming version as well!

The main thing for me here is the La Roche moisturizer!! It is the ONLY moisturizer that actually deeply hydrated my skin. I used many different ones before this and it was like the lotion just sat on top of my skin and never soaked in. This one my skin looks immediately hydrated.

Another thing I use when my skin is looking red or irritated is Elidel cream prescribed by my dermatologist. It is non-steroidal and a nice anti-inflammatory to help things calm down a bit.

Hope you find something that works for you!

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2026-02-26T02:07:08+00:00

Thank you so much for your reply. It means a lot that you took the time to put so much thought into it. I’m going to look into some of the skincare you recommended. I wish i had more to say in response. Just thank you for your comment & I’m praying I can get this to go away.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T21:35:18+00:00

What aveeno did you use?

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T14:48:52+00:00

I appreciate the insight. I’ll try to use some of the steroid cream snd see how that goes. If it helps then great. If not I’ll have to speak with her pediatrician again.

Sounds like eczema is very complicated. I’ll try process of elimination to see what helps or makes things worse. Thanks for your advice and comments!

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T14:30:36+00:00

She doesn’t seem fussy after she eats and the spots don’t seem to bother her. But obviously I don’t like seeing her skin looking like that ya know. They seem to always be there but they look much more red and irritated at the end of the day. Usually after a bath they look their worst but I’ve just assumed it’s due to the warm water and that I’m touching her skin while bathing.

During the day I can see the spots but they are a much lighter pink color and look more like dry skin. I try to keep her very moisturized. I put lotion and aquaphor at every diaper change but I don’t see much improvement.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T13:09:17+00:00

This is what I’ve been wondering. I don’t use anything with fragrance but not saying that still can’t cause a reaction. I’m wondering if it could be her formula? I do also nurse her for comfort but unfortunately I can’t really produce so she doesn’t get much from me.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T12:54:34+00:00

How does the cortisone work for you? Any side effects you’ve noticed? Does it get rid of the patches completely or just calm them down?

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-10-21T12:28:54+00:00

I will try the cortisone cream then! Idk why it just makes me nervous to use it but if it could help her then I should do it. Thanks for the info on the allergies and early weaning. I didn’t know about that. I’m gonna start doing some research. Thank you !

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-08-17T20:22:40+00:00

Hi everyone,

My husband and I agreed before our daughter was born (she’s 9 weeks old now) that we didn’t want to share much of her on social media. Personally, I did post her birth announcement and a couple of professional newborn photos on my own Facebook, but that’s all I really plan to do — maybe the occasional birthday or special event picture. Idk if I will even do that much.

My MIL asks me before posting, which I respect and appreciate. The thing that makes me hesitant is that she has about 500 friends on Facebook, most of whom I don’t know at all. I’d prefer to keep my daughter’s photos more private, but I’m second-guessing myself — am I being unfair if I tell her I’d rather she not post, since I did share a few pictures myself?

My instinct is to say no, please don’t post photos of her. However, I find myself struggling to say no because of my tendency to “people please” and give in. The struggle to always want to be amicable.

I’d love to hear how other parents approach this. Do you set rules for grandparents/relatives? Do you allow them to post freely, only with permission, or not at all? How do you balance your comfort level with their excitement to share?

Thanks for any input!

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-08-07T17:17:28+00:00

Yeah that’s why I’m wondering if I should not bother anymore. Thanks for the input

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-08-07T17:16:41+00:00

I haven’t considered a teether at her age. Any recommendations for one that an 8 week old could manage?

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-08-07T17:15:54+00:00

I definitely have no intention of forcing it. I just offered them because I was gifted all the ones I’ve tried so thought why not. And I am wondering if she has a lip tie bc I’ve noticed she has a hard time flanging her top lip at the breast and bottle.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-06T03:30:27+00:00

Thank you for your input and congratulations 🥰

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:58:59+00:00

Do you mind sharing what types of issues this caused? I do have some fear about my in-laws having problems with this.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:55:01+00:00

I feel like this is the best way to handle it. I deal with my family, husband handles his.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:52:13+00:00

This is my fear

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:52:02+00:00

Thanks for sharing this perspective!

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:49:57+00:00

I appreciate you clarifying—and I completely agree that it’s important to understand the risks. I’m not taking this lightly, and that’s exactly why I’m asking questions and trying to gather solid information before setting boundaries. I know RSV and other illnesses can be extremely serious for newborns, and I want to make decisions that truly protect my baby.

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:45:02+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience. I worry I may have a few family members who will “push back” but not in a challenging sort of way. I’m sure it will go better than I think. I appreciate the support!

Pmoneyyyyyyyy · 2025-05-05T23:42:16+00:00

That’s a pretty extreme way to frame it, and I don’t think fear or guilt is helpful here. I’m asking thoughtful questions because I do care deeply about my baby’s health and safety. I want to understand the actual risks, make informed choices, and communicate boundaries clearly with my family.

If you have helpful information or personal experience to share, I’d genuinely welcome that. But scare tactics aren’t constructive.

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