A flaky, red, or yellow greasy patches of skin on your baby's scalp, eyebrows, and behind his ears is called a cradle cap. This is common and not a big issue – this doesn't bother your baby and can easily be managed and treated. Here's what you can do. - To loosen the dry skin, massage your baby’s scalp with baby oil before the bath. - Use a soft brush or a washcloth to release the flakes. - Use organic or gentle baby shampoo in washing his hair. - If persistent and doesn’t heal on its own, seek professional management and prescription.