Article: This will help prevent the growth of bacteria or fungus.  Mix one part apple cider vinegar with two parts water. Massage this solution into the cradle cap. Let it sit for 15 minutes or until dry. This will help dissolve and loosen the scales. Mix a paste of baking soda and water. Use 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda and a 1:1 ratio of water. Dab the paste onto the infected area and let it dry on the baby for 15 minutes. Do not apply vinegar or baking soda to broken skin or open wounds because it may sting. Instead, seek medical attention from a doctor. Gently comb against the hair slowly lifting and removing the loosened flakes.  A lice comb works particularly well. The thin narrow teeth will catch even the smallest flakes. Do not scrape off flakes that are still attached to the scalp as this may hurt the baby. Be careful to avoid rinsing the apple cider vinegar or baking soda mixture into the baby's eyes. Use a mild shampoo that is approved for babies' sensitive skin.
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Make a gentle disinfectant out of natural remedies such as apple cider vinegar or baking soda. Comb out the flakes using a fine-toothed comb. Shampoo the baby to wash out any remaining apple cider vinegar or baking soda paste.