Kids' Skin Health

Your child's skin is a vulnerable organ and susceptible to things like eczema, poison ivy, and rashes. Learn how to prevent these, spot the early signs and when to see your doctor for treatment.
Poison ivy (rhus radicans)
Poison Ivy: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Woman sunbathing on the beach
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) and Sunscreen
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Infant baby acne
Infantile Acne - What To Do When Your Baby Has Acne
Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD
Mother applying sunscreen to daughter on beach
The Differences Between Suntan Lotion and Sunscreen
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
a baby with acne
Newborn Baby Acne Causes and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Mother hugging son in bathroom
Anti-Itch Creams and Remedies for Babies and Children
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Child with eczema
Eczema in Children: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Woman's hand rubbing baby oil into baby's scalp, close-up
Treating Cradle Cap Rashes in Infants
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Pediatrics dermatologist with patient
Is It a Spider Bite or MRSA Staph Infection?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Kids running in garden
Heat Rash in Children: Symptoms and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Teenage girl washing her face with water
Acne Treatments for Children and Teens
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Little boy getting help using a hand sanitizer
How MRSA (Mersa) Is Diagnosed
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Red bug mite chigger trombiculidae
What to Know About Chiggers and Their Bites
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
White-marked Tussock Moth caterpillar
Treatment for a Rash Caused by a Caterpillar
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
A child getting moisturizer applied to her cheeks.
Keratosis Pilaris Rash Treatments
Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD
Perioral dermatitis in a child who had a habit of licking their lips
What Is Perioral Dermatitis?
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Father applying cream to son's (8-10) face, smiling
Best Lotion for Treating Kids' Dry Skin
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO