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A member asked:

Can baby rash on face be caused be fabric softener?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Baby rash: Yes fabric softener can cause a baby rash.

Answered 3/4/2014

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Fabric softener: Fabric softener can cause rashes on areas in contact with clothing or cloth diapers or baby blankets. I recommend avoiding any extra softeners or fragrances in washing babies' en.sembles

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/30/2015

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