Neonatal Skin Care

The first months of life are critical for both the health of newborns and the well-being of their families. During this time, skin plays a vital role in protection, regulation, and development, yet many questions remain about how best to care for it, especially in preterm infants. The Neonatal Skin Care Focused Study Group is dedicated to advancing understanding of skin development in the fetus, premature, and full-term newborns. By building evidence-based recommendations for skin care and treatment of skin conditions in this population, the group aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for infants and their families.

The group’s research priorities include studying best practices for neonatal skin care, exploring the role of vernix caseosa, understanding epidermal barrier maturation, and assessing the value of dermatology consultations in the neonatal intensive care unit. Members actively collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, nurses, and researchers who have expertise or interest in fetal and newborn skin. Through these partnerships, the Neonatal Skin Care Focused Study Group works to close knowledge gaps and promote care strategies that address the unique needs of this vulnerable population.