I\u2019ve shared my homemade baby care recipes<\/a> before but I get a lot of questions about natural diaper rash cream variations. After playing around with some recipes I\u2019ve found one that\u2019s far more effective! This homemade diaper rash cream is gentle and nourishing on baby\u2019s skin.<\/p>\n I chose all the ingredients in this homemade diaper rash cream recipe for a very specific reason. Together they\u2019re really effective at battling baby\u2019s diaper rash. They\u2019re great for little ones with sensitive skin to protect baby\u2019s bum against irritations. And if they do end up with a rash it helps to clear it up quickly.<\/p>\n For this recipe, I use:<\/p>\n This is the final ingredient in my homemade diaper rash cream. Used <\/strong>in popular store brands like Desitin, zinc oxide repels wetness and coats the skin. When mixed with the other ingredients, it makes skin waterproof and keeps it from drying out.<\/p>\n Be sure to use non-nano zinc oxide since it\u2019s less likely to absorb into the skin. This is also the main ingredient in my homemade sunscreen<\/a>.<\/p>\n Not in the mood to DIY or don\u2019t have the time? Here are a few cloth diaper safe, natural diaper rash creams you can buy online. <\/p>\n If you use cloth diapers<\/a> then zinc oxide can stain them. The zinc won\u2019t contribute to a leaky diaper, but if you\u2019d rather not have potential stains then you can omit it from the recipe. The diaper cream will be a little less creamy and thinner this way. <\/p>\n The only other ingredient that\u2019s known to be unsafe for cloth diapers is petroleum. Found in products like Vaseline<\/a> it creates a waterproof layer on the cloth and causes leaks. Thankfully you won\u2019t find any petroleum in this recipe!<\/p>\n This recipe can be safely used as is with cloth diapers, but if you want to avoid stains then omit the zinc.<\/p>\n Adding soothing herbs to this recipe can make it even better for baby\u2019s skin. If you want you can first infuse the coconut oil with herbs like calendula, plantain, and\/or lavender. Here are instructions for how to make a solar infused herbal oil.<\/a><\/p>\n I also like to add a few drops of essential oils to my diaper rash cream. Only use baby-safe essential oils and be sure to properly dilute first! Chamomile essential oil, tea tree essential oil, and lavender essential oil are all good options. They\u2019re generally considered safe to use at a .25% dilution on infants 4 months and older. This translates to about 1-2 drops for every 2 Tablespoons of carrier oil.<\/p>\n We naturally have bacteria and yeast in our gut, but sometimes they can get out of balance. Babies especially have immature immune systems and are prone to yeast infections that cause diaper rashes. According to the Cleveland Clinic<\/a>, some signs include:<\/p>\n Antifungal ingredients, like tea tree oil, are a great way to fight a yeast diaper rash. It\u2019s also important to change baby more frequently to keep the area dry. And if you\u2019re breastfeeding you may notice thrush (candida overgrowth) on your nipples too.<\/p>\n This diaper rash cream is more effective than any other options I’ve tried. The natural ingredients are great for baby’s sensitive skin!<\/span><\/p>\n Prep Time<\/span>4 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Active Time<\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Cooling Time<\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hr<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hr<\/span> 24 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Yield: <\/span>5<\/span> ounces<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Author: <\/span>Katie Wells<\/span><\/p>\n Mix shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a double boiler or glass bowl over a small saucepan with some water. Bring the water to a boil.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Stir occasionally until everything is melted.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Remove from heat and whisk in the cod liver oil, zinc oxide, bentonite clay, and essential oil (if using).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Stir carefully as it starts to cool. I recommend using a popsicle stick or disposable straw to stir so it can be discarded since it is difficult to get the mixture off of dishes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Pour the diaper rash cream into your heat-safe container and stir a few more times as it cools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Store in an airtight container like a glass jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months. This will last up to 1 year if the cod liver oil is omitted. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Use as needed for diaper rash or for prevention.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you omit the cod liver oil and\/or zinc oxide then reduce the essential oils to 5 drops (if using).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Another easy option is simply using breastmilk! Some studies show<\/a> breastmilk helps naturally treat infant rashes and eczema even better than a steroid cream.<\/p>\n Want some more natural baby care recipes? With 6 kids I\u2019ve come up with quite a few baby recipes over the years!<\/p>\nHow to Make a Natural Diaper Rash Cream<\/h2>\n
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Homemade Diaper Rash Cream Recipe<\/h2>\n
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