The Best Nappy Rash Creams (Review) in 2023

How do I know if the nappy cream I chose is working?

You should see a difference in the nappy rash within a few hours after application of nappy rash cream. Nappy rash will usually clear up completely within about 3 days. If the rash gets worse or causes your baby prolonged discomfort, then please seek advice from your health visitor, pharmacist or GP.

What Causes Nappy Rash?

Nappy rash can be caused by your child’s skin being in contact with wee or poo for too long and irritating the skin. It can also be caused by your babies nappy rubbing against the skin and causing friction which leads to a rash. This can be helped by changing your baby regularly and not using nappies that are too small or too large.

What to look for when choosing a nappy rash cream

Before choosing a nappy rash cream, it is best to look at all of the ingredients to check that the cream is right for your baby. Most of these creams include Zinc Oxide, which is a great ingredient as it repels water, soothes and calms the skin. Cloth nappies are regaining popularity, and not all nappy creams are suitable for cloth because they may stain or degrade the material over time. If you were buying a nappy cream to include in a gift hamper then a safe option would be Childs Farm Nappy Cream as it is gentle, fragrance-free, vegan, cruelty-free and cloth nappy safe.

Fragrance-Free – Babies, especially newborns, have the most sensitive skin and added fragrances could cause unnecessary irritation. All of the nappy rash creams that we have featured are fragrance-free or naturally fragranced by their ingredients.

Antiseptic – Only one of the nappy rash creams above have antiseptic properties. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream ingredients include Benzyl Cinnamate, which has antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is a great all-rounder cream to have on hand as it can be used to treat other mild ailments for the whole family.

Paediatrician and Dermatologist tested – Not all nappy rash creams are paediatrician and dermatologist tested, but all of them are proven to be safe to use on baby’s precious skin.

Can it be used from birth? – All of these nappy rash creams are safe to be used from birth. Nappy rash does not usually develop in newborns, so cream isn’t often needed at this stage, but some parents prefer to use a barrier cream for their newborns.

How much nappy cream will I be using?- This depends on which nappy rash cream you choose to use. When using a nappy cream, you should first read the instructions in full to find out how much to use with each application.

Conclusion

Ranging from oats to marigolds, these nappy rash creams all have their individual qualities. When it comes to ‘the’ best nappy rash cream, there is no clear winner. All babies are different and will respond differently to each cream. Some parents choose to use a barrier cream with every nappy change as a preventative measure where others will just use cream when a rash starts to appear. You might need to try out a few different nappy rash creams to find what works best with your baby’s delicate skin

The most important thing to note is if you are worried about your baby’s nappy rash, it is severe or doesn’t respond to treatment then seek advice from your pharmacist, GP or health visitor.

Sometimes you might want to try a home remedy before diving into the creams and ointments you can by at a pharmacy. We have put together a great blog on 7 natural remedies for curing nappy rash you can read here.