Natural Skin Care For Babies Needless to say a baby’s soft and delicate skin needs special care. Generally it is best to use products made especially for babies that are free of preservatives and chemicals. Products for adults may be too harsh for a baby and may contain irritants or allergens. Many parents like to use lotions for the sweet baby smell; however, perfumes can be irritating to an infant’s skin and cause allergic reactions. Generally speaking powders should be...