Diaper Rash

Why it works: It forms a physical barrier. Zinc oxide is an OTC “skin protectant.” It sits on the skin (is not meaningfully absorbed), sealing out irritants (urine, stool, friction) and reducing...

Instructions: Change diapers promptly and often. Keep the area as dry as possible. HealthyChildren.org. Gently clean the skin. Use water and soft cloth or alcohol-/fragrance-free wipes; for seve...

Warnings: External use only; avoid eyes. If contact occurs, rinse well. DailyMed. Stop and ask a doctor if sym...

Studies: Guideline/consensus:American Academy of Dermatology patient...

Why it works: It creates a water-repellent barrier on the skin, which:. • Reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and friction, helping the stratum corneum re-hydrate and recover. Multiple derm...

Instructions: Change diapers frequently and keep the area clean and dry. Use warm water or gentle, fragrance-free wipes; pat (don’t rub) dry. Give some diaper-free air time when possible. Mayo C...

Warnings: Yeast or bacterial infections: If the rash is beefy red with satellite spots, has pustules, oozing,...

Studies: Randomized/controlled trials & clinical dataPetrolatum d...

Why it works: Antimicrobial + anti-inflammatory factors. Human milk carries immune proteins (e.g., secretory IgA), enzymes (lysozyme), lactoferrin, lactoperoxidase, and antimicrobial peptides (e...

Instructions: These steps combine what was done in clinical studies with standard diaper-care guidance:. • Clean gently. At each diaper change, rinse with lukewarm water (avoid fragranced wipes...

Warnings: Suspected yeast (Candida) rash → use antifungals, not HBM as primary therapy. Candida diaper dermati...

Studies: Randomized clinical trial (Iran; n=141). Infants with acute...

Why it works: Moisture absorption + physical barrier. Bentonite can absorb several times its volume in water and forms a soft, protective gel/film on skin. That helps keep the diaper area drier...

Instructions: If you choose to try bentonite topically for an uncomplicated irritant diaper rash (no open skin infection, no fever, no pustules), the clearest, study-based instructions come from...

Warnings: Heavy-metal contamination risk (lead): Some consumer bentonite products have tested positive for ele...

Studies: Randomized, double-blind controlled trial (Iran; n=60). Infa...

Why it works: Anti-inflammatory + wound-healing actions. Calendula flowers contain triterpenoids, flavonoids and saponins that dampen inflammatory pathways and support granulation tissue and re-...

Instructions: Use calendula as an adjunct to standard diaper-rash care (frequent changes; gentle cleansing; generous barrier paste like zinc oxide or petrolatum). Clinical guidelines for diaper...

Warnings: Age limits in official monographs: Health Canada sets topical calendula dosing guidance for children...

Studies: Calendula vs. Aloe vera (double-blind RCT, n=66): Both impro...

Why it works: Soothing + anti-inflammatory: Aloe gel contains polysaccharides (e.g., acemannan) and other bioactives that can reduce inflammatory signaling and support moist wound healing—mechan...

Instructions: These steps combine standard diaper-rash care with how aloe was used in clinical trials.. Clean & dry at each change. Gently cleanse with warm water or mild wipes; pat dry. Maximis...

Warnings: Possible allergy/irritation: Aloe can cause allergic contact dermatitis or contact urticaria; stop i...

Studies: 2012 RCT (66 infants <3 yrs): Aloe cream vs calendula oin...

Why it works: Moisturizing + barrier support. Virgin coconut oil (VCO) is an occlusive emollient, helping reduce transepidermal water loss and support the skin barrier—benefits shown in pediatri...

Instructions: Choose the product: Use plain, 100% virgin coconut oil (fragrance-free; no added essential oils).. Patch test once: Rub a pea-size amount on a small area of baby’s thigh/forearm an...

Warnings: Suspected yeast or bacterial infection: If the rash is beefy red in the folds with satellite pustule...

Studies: Diaper rash–specific studiesNICU prevention RCT (Journal of...