Dr. Rolando Espinoza shared an image of severe irritation on a baby’s neck to warn about the use of cornstarch as a home remedy. As he explained, applying this product to skin that is already moist or damaged can worsen the problem and delay proper treatment.
Specialists recommend keeping skin folds clean and dry and consulting a professional when the area remains red, moist, painful, or shows signs of infection. They also advise avoiding the use of powders on babies, among other reasons because of the risk of inhalation.