Cradle Cap
By Dian Dincin Buchman, M.D.
Soften scaly crust on baby's scalp with almond oil, diluted vitamin E, olive oil or flaxseed oil every other night. Plantain ointment or calendula ointment will soften and heal the crusts. To clear the scalp of sweat and oil glands from within, add a few drops of burdock tincture to the bottle; 3 drops for babies under 22 pounds, 5 drops for babies over 22 pounds.