Does the baby have a booty? Choosing a special diaper cream

Attention! The current ranking of the best diaper creams for 2024 is posted here.

Why do you need a diaper cream

A newborn baby is practically not protected from external influences. Its bones are fragile, the internal organs of the gastrointestinal tract are just learning to digest food, and the skin is tender, tender, because it so often suffers from even seemingly insignificant things.

Some of the most common problems that can happen to a baby's skin are redness, chafing, inflammation and diaper rash in the diaper area. No matter how hard diaper manufacturers try to make diapers super absorbent and as comfortable as possible, none of them has yet managed to create completely safe models that would 100% protect the baby's skin from irritation.

There are two types of irritations on a child's skin:

• from rubbing the diaper itself against the skin. There may be purely mechanical irritation or a reaction to the diaper material;
• from exposure to urine or feces.

The consequences of irritation are very deplorable: the child is hurt, uncomfortable, he cries and does not sleep well, tries to take off his diaper. The baby suffers, his parents, as well as neighbors who are pestered by the child's eternal cry. Obviously, the problem needs to be addressed.

And such a solution is a special diaper cream. It is developed taking into account the peculiarities of children's skin, it is as safe as possible for it. Typically, these creams dry out the skin due to the zinc oxide content.

According to their action, all diaper creams are divided into:

• preventive. They are suitable for frequent use and are intended more to prevent skin problems than to remedy the effects. Small chafes, small diaper rash can heal;
• medicinal. They cannot be used constantly, but only in cases where problems with baby skin become serious.

There are quite a few manufacturers of such creams, and the question arises: which cream to choose? You will still have to choose the right cream empirically - the child may have various allergic reactions to the components of the creams. The most important criterion is that the cream must fulfill its purpose. However, the user experience of diaper products and their ratings will help you make the right choice.

Rating of the best diaper ointments and creams - 2019

Name	Act	Average price, rub
Bepanten	Treatment	250
Tushi cream	Treatment	1400
Weleda	Treatment	430
Mustela	Treatment + prevention	450
Bubchen	Prevention	250
Drapolene	Treatment	360
Dr. Sante	Prevention	130
Sudokrem	Treatment	360
Eared nanny	Prevention	125
Jonson's baby	Prevention	125
Sanosan with panthenol	Treatment + prevention	375

Bepanten

This cream is intended not only for the delicate skin of children, but also for adults. It heals wounds and inflammations, removes irritations, eliminates itching and discomfort in the skin. Breastfeeding mothers can use a nipple lubricant if they are cracked or chafed.The action of the cream is aimed at combating the consequences rather than preventing ailments. The main active ingredient is dexpanthenol, and this is the name of the generic Bepanten, a cheaper analogue.

Average price: 250 rubles.

• a wide range of applications: both for babies and adults. It is generally useful to have such a cream in the house;
• a cheaper generic is available;
• the cream is non-greasy, well absorbed, does not leave greasy spots;
• fights infections and bacteria in irritated areas.

• individual intolerance to the components of the drug.

Tushi cream

Natural phyto cream of the Israeli company Baby Teva. Jar, volume 50 ml. It has a complex effect on baby's skin: protects against wet irritants, soothes and heals chafing and diaper rash, eliminates inflammation, pimples and irritations. Fights bacteria, infections, prevents the penetration of excess moisture into the skin, has a pleasant, non-intrusive odor. The cream is applied to clean, dried skin. It contains zinc oxide, lavender oil, medicinal chamomile and fragrant almonds, vitamin E.

Average price: 1400 rubles.

• Israeli quality;
• exclusively natural ingredients;
• complex action;
• removing excess moisture from the skin;
• non-greasy, absorbs well, moisturizes dry or flaky skin.

• high price.

Weleda

A gentle cream with an extract of calendula and healing chamomile heals irritations and itchy diaper rash, heals small wounds and chafing, while not drying the skin.

Average price: 430 rubles.

• the ability to use from the first days of a baby's life;
• natural ingredients;
• there are no flavors, and the natural aroma is pleasant;
• soft and good healing effect;
• can also be used to heal chafing in other parts of the body.

• the tube of the cream is metal (aluminum), so using the cream is not very convenient;
• not suitable for frequent everyday use.

An overview of this and other care products from Weleda in the video:

Mustela

The cream is very effective in removing the first signs of skin irritation. The composition is not completely natural - 19% are various chemical compounds, but they usually do not cause a negative skin reaction, but are intended to treat skin problems. The composition contains vitamin F, which maintains the required moisture level in the skin, and shea butter, which perfectly regenerates the skin.

Average price: 450 rubles.

• effective protection against diaper rash, prickly heat and chafing;
• application from the first day of life;
• plastic tube, comfortable cover;
• very good, balanced composition: both heals and prevents.

See the video for even more product benefits:

• high consumption of cream;
• shelf life is short;
• the cream is very dense, it is difficult to apply it evenly.

Bubchen

The German company Bubchen produces very high quality cosmetics for babies. Young mothers choose the creams of this company for the real effects they bring. The cream itself is quite thick, after application it creates a protective film on the surface of the child's skin and prevents the occurrence of various kinds of irritations. In the case of existing skin problems, heals them quickly and effectively.

Average price: 250 rubles.

• completely natural, safe even for a newborn baby;
• natural pleasant aroma;
• very ergonomic form of release: jar;
• it can be both a therapeutic agent and a preventive measure against irritation.

• rather thick consistency - you have to make an effort to evenly apply;
• the cream is slowly absorbed.

Drapolene

This cream is more of an antiseptic and is aimed at restoring the skin in a short time in case of irritation, diaper dermatitis, burns, the formation of small wounds and scratches, and rashes. Suitable for children with hypersensitive skin.A noticeable result appears already within 24 hours after application.

Average price: 360 rubles.

• high efficiency for healing and regeneration of the epidermis. Works even when other creams fail;
• pleasant consistency of medium density, delicate pink color of the cream;
• convenient plastic tube.

• quite a few chemical compounds that can provoke allergic reactions.

Dr. Sante baby

It is noteworthy that the cream goes without any name, and on the package it is called “protective cream for a diaper”. This cream is rather preventive: it is recommended to use it every time you change the diaper - to lubricate the groin and gluteal areas of the baby. The main active ingredient is zinc oxide, which removes excess moisture from the skin, which can lead to diaper rash. Production: Ukraine.

Average price: 130 rubles.

• convenient form of release - wide jar;
• very affordable price;
• contains no harmful fragrances, parabens, sulfates;
• the consistency allows you to quickly and easily apply the cream;
• well absorbed.

• it is recommended to use it for prevention purposes: in the treatment of severe diaper rash, the cream does not show itself in the best way - more effective healing agents are required;
• the consistency of the cream is such that with its excess on the skin, it can roll down and cause trouble for the baby.

Sudokrem

An excellent healing cream that heals various damage to the skin caused by wearing a diaper: diaper rash, irritation, chafing, calluses. Also, the cream can be used in the treatment of chicken pox, eczema, dermatitis, even bedsores. The action of the cream is aimed at the regeneration of the epidermis and epithelium. It is often not recommended to use, however in case of serious skin problems it is recommended to apply to the affected areas at least once a day.

Average price: 360 rubles.

• convenient form of release;
• high efficiency in the treatment of skin lesions;
• antibacterial effect;
• eliminates itching and burning in the affected areas;
• promotes rapid regeneration and restoration of the skin.

• contains many artificial chemicals, including benzyl benzoate and paraffins. May cause allergies and skin redness;
• thick consistency makes the absorption of the cream long;
• not suitable for frequent use - for example, for preventive purposes.

Video feedback on the use of the tool:

Eared nanny

The domestic manufacturer, so recognizable by mothers for its bright yellow color, produces a huge line of products aimed at use in homes and institutions where small children are present. Products are divided into basic (directly cosmetics for children) and auxiliary (hypoallergenic washing powders, dishwashing detergents).

The company has not spared newborn babies either, releasing a natural diaper cream. In the composition - zinc oxide and oils of natural plants - peach and calendula. The cream is more suitable as a preventive measure against diaper rash and chafing than for treating them. Especially if the defeats are very strong.

Average price: 125 rubles.

• very affordable price;
• convenient plastic tube;
• easy to apply, well absorbed;
• has a pleasant natural smell.

• it is ineffective if the baby strongly and profusely prefers - here you need to supplement the cream with another one, with a great therapeutic effect.

Jonson's baby

A popular foreign manufacturer of children's cosmetics produces very high quality diaper cream. Many years of experience of Jonson & Jonson, their focus on baby products, inspire the confidence of young mothers. The cream applied to the baby's skin creates a protective film for the penetration of excess moisture and external irritants. At the same time, the cream has an average density, it is very easy to apply and spread over the skin.A distinctive feature is the reputation of the company and its prosperity: after all, the kits for young mothers given out as a gift in maternity hospitals include a diaper cream for this particular company - the company can afford it.

Average price: 125 rubles.

• very affordable price;
• comfortable consistency: the cream is not too liquid and not too thick;
• suitable for frequent use;
• effective protection against chafing and irritation;
• high quality, perfectly matched composition, long-term experience of the company in the production of children's cosmetics.

• the composition contains unnatural chemical compounds (including perfume) that can cause a negative skin reaction;
• not suitable for the treatment of severe diaper dermatitis.

Sanosan with panthenol

Another native of German production. Please note: the company has several diaper creams. Now we are considering the most effective one - with a healing effect (with panthenol). Perhaps this cream can be called ideal in terms of functionality: it is suitable for both frequent use and for the treatment of skin problems. Panthenol and vitamin E included in the composition quickly eliminate the problems of inflammation and diaper rash, and talc and zinc oxide are able to create a protective film on the skin, preventing damage to it.

Average price: 375 rubles.

• the cream is suitable for frequent use, while effective in treating existing skin troubles;
• promotes rapid regeneration of the skin;
• almost completely hypoallergenic.

• high consumption of cream.

In order for the baby to feel good and the mother to feel calm, it is recommended to purchase two types of creams at once: one - more preventive action, the other - more curative action (see the table at the beginning of the rating). If the baby is not prone to diaper rash at all, you can do without the cream.

Curious! In many regions of Russia, at the birth of a child, a young mother is given a gift set containing a small tube of diaper cream at the birth of a child, so that she can assess its effect in case the baby is prone to diaper rash.

And, finally, about how to quickly eliminate diaper rash without the use of creams: