Yes, it helps in dry skin. Another trick is to apply coconut oil 15 min before bath (no massaging or warming the oil). This helps in preventing the water and soap from drying the skin. Also, dry skin cannot tolerate hot water (in any season). So use lukewarm water for bathing the baby.
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