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10 Of The Best Nappy Rash Creams In Australia In 2024
It seems that as soon as you have your baby, you begin your journey of wading through the endless ‘what ifs’ and worries that come with being a parent. It’s all about arming yourself with the very best products that you’ll need to have on hand to tackle any problem. Needless to say, nappy rash is an inevitable part of the journey, as your little one spends the first few years nappy-wearing round the clock.
So, what makes a nappy rash cream stand out from the rest? How often should you be using it, and how should it be applied? Here, we break down exactly how to incorporate nappy rash cream into your baby’s skincare routine, and tell you about 10 of the best in Australia in 2022…
What to look for in a nappy rash cream:
Like with all baby skincare products, less is more in terms of ingredients. The ingredients you do want are nourishing, mild and of natural origin. Avoid products made with artificial ingredients such as artificial colours and fragrances.
How often should you use a nappy rash cream?
This is really up to you, as you should take into account your sensitive your baby’s skin is. A nappy rash cream is generally thick and soothing, making it effective in protecting your baby’s skin from a poo explosion which might otherwise irritate and leave them red and sore. It’s primary purpose should be as a preventative method for protecting your baby’s skin, so with that in mind, it can be a good idea to apply it with every nappy change.
Likewise, if your baby does experience irritation and is suffering from redness and soreness, a nappy rash cream can be applied - very generously - to the area to protect it from further irritation, and give it a chance to heal.
If the irritation persists, you should definitely see a healthcare professional, as you may need to team your nappy rash cream with other treatments.
How should you apply a nappy rash cream?
Always with clean, fresh hands, wash your hands thoroughly before and after use, or wear gloves if preferred.
Here are 10 of the best nappy rash creams in Australia in 2024…
1. QV Baby Barrier Cream, $10.99
QV Baby Barrier Cream helps to rehydrate skin and prevent moisture loss from your baby’s soft bottom. The formula is soft, soothing and super rich and works by forming a barrier, helping to shield baby’s skin from water, detergents, chemicals and other irritants.
What makes QV Baby Barrier Cream different?
QV Baby Barrier Cream is paediatrician-recommended, and was developed to help protect against nappy rash, the most common skin condition that can affect your little one during infancy(1). The soothing, rich formula not only helps shield delicate skin against nappy rash, but also helps protect against infant facial rash, heat rash and chafing.
(1). Concannon P, Gisoldi E, Phillips S and Grossman R: Diaper Dermatitis: A therapeutic dilemma. Results of a double-blind placebo-controlled trial of miconazole nitrate 0.25%. Pediatric Dermatology 18(2):149. 2001.
Why try QV Baby Barrier Cream?
QV Baby Barrier Cream is a non-sticky, non-greasy, and low irritant formulation. Better still, the moisturising base also helps to rehydrate skin and prevent moisture loss so you don’t have to worry about a dry, red and irritated bottom!
Real customer reviews:
“We use the nappy balm on both my children at every nappy change. It provides amazing protection and is so gentle on their skin. You only need to use a little bit of cream each time as it is easy to apply. It is a product we trust.” - Greta Collins, 11 February 2019
“We were away on a weekend trip down the coast and spending days at the beach. My bub developed nappy rash for the first time but luckily I had a small tube of this in my nappy bag that I had received as a sample! We used it and the next day everything was clear and didn't come back! Even with more sand and water play. Highly recommend.” - Casey, 27 February 2019
2. Sudocrem Healing Cream, from $7.49
Why try Sudocrem?
Sudocrem has been trusted by parents for many years. It’s thick, buildable consistency is perfect for creating a barrier between your baby’s soft skin and - everything else!
What makes Sudocrem different?
Not only does it protect your baby’s skin with the sting of urine and faeces. It’s also soothing on the skin, delivering instant relief for any redness or irritation.
Real customer reviews:
“Better than any other baby bum cream! Doesn’t drag the skin when applying, rather goes on like velvet. Makes me feel much more confident that it’s helping rather than making matters worse.” - Georgia K, November 2021
“I've used Sudocrem for years with my kids and now I'm using it with my grandaughter. You only need a small amount and it is amazing with how quickly it soothes any sign of nappy rash. Well worth purchasing.” - Angelustatt, September, 2021.
3. Weleda Calendula Nappy Change Cream, $16.95
Gentle protection from soreness on delicate skin.
What makes Weleda Calendula Nappy Change Cream different?
Weleda Calendula Nappy Change Cream is used to protect your baby's most sensitive area with the gentle natural support of organic calendula. Calendula is a natural anti-inflammatory, so in the hard-working Nappy Change Cream, Weleda takes calendula and chamomile extracts and blend those with sweet almond and sesame oil, making a rich cream to reduce redness and gently care for the nappy area.
Why try Weleda Calendula Nappy Change Cream?
Protects and cares for delicate skin of the nappy area.
Calms irritated skin and reduces redness, supports skin regeneration.
Protects against dampness.
Free from synthetic preservatives, fragrances, colourants or raw materials derived from mineral oils.
Dermatologically tested highly skin-friendly even for sensitive skin.
Recommended by paediatricians.
Real customer reviews:
“I came across this cream at my local pharmacy. I tried so many different creams for my little one but none helped with her nappy rash. It looked so painful and sore. I literally have not seen a cream work so well and fast! After the first use there was a noticeable difference. I couldn’t believe it, it was like magic. It’s now the only cream I will use.” - Jessie
“This is the best nappy cream you will ever, ever have. I am recommending it to anyone. I use it daily for my girl since she was a newborn and it's preventing any type of rash. The best!!” - Jelena P
4. Endota Protecting Barrier Balm, $25.00
Endota Protecting Barrier Balm helps you to protect baby’s delicate skin against acidic moisture with naturally effective zinc, cocoa butter & candelilla wax.
What makes Endota Protecting Barrier Balm different?
Endota Protecting Barrier Balm is a multi-purpose protecting barrier balm, suitable for babies and adult skin. Gentle & non-toxic. This super nourishing balm is suitable for even the most sensitive newborn skin. Dermatologically tested.
Why try Endota Protecting Barrier Balm?
Endota Protecting Barrier Balm is made with pure cocoa butter, protective vitamin E and naturally effective zinc combine to form a light, waxy and defensive layer that protects your baby from irritation while soothing the delicate nappy area.
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5. Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream, $9.95
Mustela 123 Vitamin barrier cream has been specially formulated to act on the factors that trigger nappy skin discomfort at their source.
What makes Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream different?
Thanks to a unique combination of patented natural active ingredients, Mustela 123 Vitamin barrier cream is efficient at preventing nappy skin discomfort at each change. It also soothes the skin from the very first application.
Why try Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream?
Composed of 98% plant-based ingredients, Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream is Fragrance, Paraben, Phthalate and Phenoxyethanol free and contains nourishing, effective ingredients like Avocado Perseose and Sunflower Oil Distillate.
Real customer reviews:
“Highly recommend the mustela barrier cream. Great for my tiny human with sensitive skin and doesn't stain his cloth nappies.” Yoshimitzu, November 2021
“This has been our saviour right from the start! My bub has sensitive skin yet has had no major issues with nappy rash, and I’m putting it down to regular use of this gem! This product is amazing, does exactly what it promises and more. It’s the only nappy cream we use.” - CWH Mum, February 2020
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6. Willow by the Sea Bottom Balm, $34.00
This Bottom Balm acts as a waterless, chamomile and calendula infused Bottom Balm acts as a natural barrier between little bottoms and unwanted bacteria and moisture.
What makes Willow by the Sea Bottom Balm different?
Willow by the Sea Bottom Balm contains organic beeswax, which helps form the barrier while organic coco butter helps soothe irritated or inflamed skin.
Why try Willow by the Sea Bottom Balm?
Just because of the amazing natural ingredients within!
Organic sunflower oil
Organic coco butter
Organic beeswax
Organic lavender essential oil
Organic lemongrass essential oil
Real customer reviews:
“We love this bottom balm sooo much! We have been using this on our bub since birth, and over a year later, he has still not had any bad nappy rashes! On the rare occasion where his bottom gets slightly red (usually because we’ve forgotten to put the balm on), as long as we put it back on during that nappy change, his bottom is back to perfect by the next nappy change! And even better, is the fact that we don’t have to worry about any nasty ingredients being in the balm :)” - Sheydin, 23/01/2022
“We love the bottom balm in our household. I like how it’s clear, no mess, doesn’t stain, great for baby’s skin (also my hands), and smells good too. No nasty chemicals being applied to baby’s delicate areas.” - Rebecca Fleming, 03/01/2022
7. Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream, $29.95
Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream is extra gentle and helps protect delicate skin against nappy rash.
What makes Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream different?
Enriched with nourishing Goats Milk, Shea Butter, Vitamin E, Allantoin and Aloe Vera, Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream is designed to soothe and protect your baby’s bottom with every nappy change.
Why try Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream?
The extra nourishing, non-greasy formula in Gilly Goat Soothing Nappy Cream is created with Lavender and Chamomile oils that will naturally calm and protect, keeping your baby happy.
Real customer reviews:
“With my first born I originally only put my faith in traditional nappy rash creams bought from the chemist. I must say I was very pleasantly surprised when gifted a Gilly Goat Gift Pack the nappy cream really did work, and it smells amazing! I have bought 2 more tubes since and shall continue to recommend it to all my parent friends!” - Kellie W, 13 January 2020
“The Soothing Nappy Cream was great too, it was silky and felt more like a moisturiser than a paste but worked just as well as the most popular brands and creams. Ella has some allergies that we are still working out so her bottom can get quite red and sore but the nappy cream had it all cleared up before the next nappy change!” - Kylie M, 19 June 2019
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8. Nappy Goo Cream, $10.95
Developed and manufactured in Melbourne, Australia, Nappy Goo is a soothing and gentle cream to help treat nappy rash on baby butts!
What makes Nappy Goo Cream different?
The incredible mix of nourishing and soothing ingredients:
Zinc oxide provides a soothing and protective barrier on top of the skin that protects the skin from moisture and irritants.
Hamamelis water, also known as witch hazel water, has gentle astringent properties that help to reduce fluid loss from the skin.
Melaleuca oil, also known as tea tree oil, has mild antiseptic properties.
Why try Nappy Goo Cream?
The Nappy Goo formula is made with mild antiseptic properties that forms a barrier to prevent, manage and treat nappy rash.
Real customer reviews:
“Nappy Goo is an excellent nappy cream that works wonders on my children. After my first born got a very bad rash I tried every nappy cream there is and none of them worked as fast or as good as Nappy Goo. Nappy goo has a pleasant smell and a nice thin consistency, it is not as thick as sudo cream so the skin breathes better. After i had my second i only used nappy goo for presentation and he has never not once had a rash! It's actually amazing, I only use this product.” - Stefana K, March 2021
9. VATEA Gentle Baby Balm, $29.95
VATEA’s Gentle Baby Balm can be used as a nappy balm, skin support balm and a mum’s nipple balm.
What makes VATEA Gentle Baby Balm different?
VATÉA’s award-winning Australian Certified Organic baby balm is enriched with beeswax, coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter to support skin healing and baby eczema. It provides a gentle soother for mum and bubs’ irritated skin.
Why try VATEA Gentle Baby Balm?
NAPPY BALM: A barrier balm that can be applied to babies’ bottom to keep the area dry and protect from harmful bacteria.
SKIN SUPPORT BALM: Supports the healing of nappy rash and baby and toddler eczema. Our Gentle Baby Balm can be applied to broken skin without any irritation or stinging to support the healing of rashes, cuts or abrasions.
MOTHERS NIPPLE BALM: Completely safe for mum to soothe cracked nipples as this Gentle Baby Balm is edible and supports healing.
10. al.ive Nappy Cream, $32
The al.ive body baby Nappy Cream will help you protect and care for your baby’s bottom.
What makes al.live Nappy Cream different?
al.live Nappy Cream is formulated with carefully selected ingredients that will help protect and soothe the discomfort of nappy rash. The nourishing formula helps form an occlusive barrier, preventing moisture loss and irritation occurring. Contains no synthetic fragrances, the bottles are 100% recyclable and made from HDPE plastic.
Why try al.live Nappy Cream?
NO PALM OIL
NO MINERAL OIL
NO PARABENS
NO PHTHALATES
NO SILICONES
NO COCAMIDE DEA
NO SYNTHETIC DYES
NO PROPYLENE GLYCOL
NO SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCE
NO ANIMAL TESTING
Real customer reviews:
“Beautiful natural product, gentle on my new borns skin as it is used several times a day at nappy change. I purchased another one for a girlfriends baby as well. Cute packaging. All round lovely product.” - Christie B, December 2021
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