Creams for diaper rash

Fatigue is the most frequent irritation on the skin of babies. Foreign experts refer them to diaper dermatitis. To get rid of redness and erosion of the skin between the folds, you can use special creams.

Indications for use

Usually diaper rash appears in folds of natural origin that can be seen on the skin of each infant (inguinal, ear, femoral, armpit), in the perineum and between the buttocks.

Today, experts identify three types of diaper rash:

1. An easy stage is the redness of the skin.
2. Medium gravity - there are small erosions.
3. Severe - in place of erosion, the skin becomes a single, wet surface.

Usually, the cream for diaper rash is used to treat mild to moderate severity.

Names of creams from diaper rash

To date, there are many different means that help mothers cope with diaper rash appearing on the skin of babies. The most popular among them are various creams. They are produced by many modern companies. Therefore, reading the names of creams from diaper rash in pharmacies and stores, you can easily get lost. Qualitative and effective are:

1. Sanosan.
2. Byubchen.
3. Weleda.
4. Desitin cream.
5. Bepanthen cream.
6. Babyline.
7. Mustela.
8. Cream with zinc from diaper rash.
9. Himalaya cream.
10. Drapolen.
11. Creams with talcum powder.

We'll talk about them in this article.

Creams for diaper rash for newborns

Usually, for the treatment of diaper rash, newborns use anti-inflammatory creams that help not only to remove discomfort, but also to soothe the baby's skin. Typically, such a means must be applied under the diaper. When buying a cream for the treatment of diaper rash in newborns should pay attention to its composition. It is important that it includes only natural ingredients (chamomile, calendula, string). With erectile erosion, in no case should you use creams on a fat basis, as they will inhibit the healing process.

It is worth considering the fact that in the modern market you can find a huge assortment of all kinds of creams that are used to treat diaper rash in infants. Therefore, parents should learn how to choose the safest and most effective means. How not to get lost in choosing?

1. Any children's products, like cream from diaper rash, are best purchased in specialized stores or pharmacies.
2. Pay attention to the storage period. If it is too large, it means that the composition contains preservatives or other "chemistry".
3. Carefully watch for the composition to be completely natural.
4. If the cream smells too abruptly, it means that there are dyes in its composition, which is undesirable for the baby.
5. Pay attention to the age limitations of the cream.

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Sanosan Cream

Sanosan cream from diaper rash is produced in Germany. It does not contain dyes, preservatives or other "chemistry", therefore it is completely harmless for the delicate skin of babies. Also in the cream "Sanosan" there is no paraffin oil and petroleum jelly. It is intended for application to the buttocks and groin area. Differs drying, astringent and anti-inflammatory effect.

The composition of the cream "Sanosan" includes such components: talcum, panthenol, zinc stearate, propylparaben, perfume, magnesium sulfate.

It is recommended to apply to the skin every time it is necessary to change the diaper. The skin should be carefully cleaned and dried. Wait until the cream is absorbed and then put on the diaper.

Bübchen cream

"Bubchen" is a cream that helps quickly and effectively help to cope with redness of the skin, its irritations, as well as with diaper rash in infants. It is usually applied to a diaper. The composition of the cream includes panthenol, chamomile extract and zinc oxide. Also in the composition of the product you can find Sunflower and Karite Oil, which help to establish a special protective barrier on the skin. Thanks to beeswax, the cream is able to create a protective breathable film that does not allow the skin to interact with the secretions.

It is recommended to use it from birth. Before applying to the skin, it must be thoroughly cleaned and wiped dry. Let the cream soak and then wear a clean diaper.  

Advantages of Bübchen cream include:

1. In its composition there are no coloring agents or preservatives.
2. It was checked by dermatologists.
3. It is harmless to the child's body.

Desitin cream

Active active ingredient of the cream "Desitin" is zinc oxide. In addition, the composition of funds also includes:

1. Talc.
2. White vasilin.
3. Butyl hydroxy anisole.
4. Fish fat.
5. Methylparaben.
6. Anhydrous lanolin.

Thanks to these substances, the cream has good absorbent properties. In addition, they help to strengthen the action of the main component. The drug is anti-inflammatory, astringent, drying, adsorbing and antiseptic effect.

Cream "Desitin" is actively used to treat diaper rash in newborns, diaper dermatitis, wounds, perspiration, pressure sores, eczema, vesicular acute form of herpes, purulent skin lesions.

The drug is contraindicated for intolerance of its components. No side effects were found. Use the cream for babies begin when there are the main symptoms of diaper rash and diaper dermatitis (redness, irritation). The agent should be applied to the affected area three times a day. In some cases, the doctor may increase the amount of use.

Before applying, the skin should be thoroughly washed and dried. As a rule, "Desitin" is applied every time when changing a diaper.

Weleda Cream

Baby Cream "Veleda" is used primarily to treat the first signs of diaper dermatitis and diaper rash. With it, the healing of affected areas of the skin occurs much faster. In addition, it is known for its calming effect. The product contains the following substances: oil extracts from chamomile extract and marigold, sesame oil, sweet almond oil, beeswax, zinc oxide, lanolin, volcanic clay, fatty acid glyceride, water, natural essential oils (mixture).

Thanks to this natural composition, Veled cream not only calms the inflamed skin, but also protects it from interaction with secretions in the future. In this case, the regulation of oxygen and moisture in the skin is not disturbed.

It is recommended to apply the drug from the very first days of life to prevent diaper rash. Apply the cream in a small amount to thoroughly cleaned and dried skin on the folds of the skin and other places where there may be irritation (buttocks, perineum). If irritation is already noticeable, you need to use a thick layer of cream.

Baby cream

Baby cream is used to treat diaper rash, so it can be applied to a diaper. The composition of the product includes the following components: sunflower oil, water, lanolin, zinc oxide, glycerin, sorbitan oleate, beeswax, tocopherol, bisabolol, chamomile extract, pantolactone.

Thanks to this composition, the cream perfectly copes with its main task: removing irritation and redness on the skin. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect. Apply under diaper to cleaned and dried skin in small amounts. After the cream has absorbed, put on a clean diaper.

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BEPANTEN CREAM

Bepanthen cream is widely used in dermatology, surgery and pediatrics. Active components of the remedy are: dexpanthenol, almond oil (refined), lanolin. Bepanten is often recommended by pediatricians, as an excellent drug for the prevention and treatment of diaper rash.

The cream is contraindicated in case of intolerance of the main components and allergic reactions to them. Side effects are rare. Among them, it is worth highlighting: redness, itching.

For the prevention or treatment of diaper rash, apply "Bepanten" cream to the previously cleaned and dried skin. This cream is used every time you need to change the diaper.

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Cream for diaper rash with zinc

The most popular cream from diaper rash with zinc in the composition is today the cream "My Sun". The main difference of this remedy is the fact that this cream is a kind of powder that does not roll down on the skin, so it penetrates more easily into the affected areas.

The active ingredient of the cream is zinc oxide, which has an anti-inflammatory and drying effect. Apply "My Sun" to the cleansed skin, which after washing should be well wiped with a towel. It is usually applied to a diaper.

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Mustel cream

Mustel cream designed specifically for babies, to use a means for the prevention and treatment of diaper rash, as well as diaper dermatitis. The main advantages of the tool:

1. Helps protect the baby's delicate skin from redness and irritation caused by feces, urine and rubbing diapers (diapers).
2. It has bacteriostatic and bactericidal effects.
3. Softens and soothes the skin.
4. Helps to quickly get rid of redness.

The cream "Mustela" on 81% consists of natural components. Active agents of the agent are: shea butter, vitamin F and zinc oxide.

The cream should be applied to the baby's skin every time the diaper is changed sufficiently thick. Buttocks and crotch before this wash and dry. Can be used from the first days of life.

Drapolen Cream

Antiseptic, which is applied externally. Active active substances are: cetrimide and benzalkonium chloride. It has an excellent disinfecting effect.

Before applying the preparation, rinse well and dry the affected areas of the skin. If there are first signs of diaper rash (irritation and redness), the remedy is used at least three times a day. It is recommended to apply every time you change a baby's diaper.

If the cream is used as a preventive agent, it should be applied once a day (usually, in the evening).

Cream "Drapolen" is contraindicated in case of intolerance of its components.

Himalaya Cream

Children's cream from diaper rash Himalaya is made from natural ingredients: aloe, almond, Abraham tree, Indian madder. Thanks to them, the cream has many advantages:

1. Has anti-inflammatory effect.
2. Soothes and moisturizes the skin.
3. Heals wounds.
4. Reduces pain and itching.

You should use the cream every day before changing the diaper to achieve a positive effect.

Cream with talcum powder

The most popular cream with talc for the treatment and prevention of diaper rash in babies for today is the tool "Affectionate mother." The active ingredient of the drug is mineral talc, which helps protect the tender skin of the baby from irritation and redness. If the skin has already appeared diaper rash, then "Affectionate mother" will help quickly get rid of them.

The main advantage of cream-talc is the fact that it does not overdry the skin, as normal talc does. The composition also includes such components: beeswax, sunflower oil. Therefore, the remedy helps to soften the skin and maintain its tenderness for a long time.

Method of administration and overdose

All creams from diaper rash can be recommended for diapers. Use a finer layer of the product, applying only to clean and well-dried skin. You should wait until the cream is absorbed and only then put on the diaper.

Cases of an overdose of cream from diaper rashes were not.

Use of creams from diaper rash during pregnancy

Since creams from diaper rests are composed of natural ingredients that are safe for the baby's health, they can be applied without fear to future mothers at any period of pregnancy.

Contraindications and side effects

1. Intolerance of the main components of the cream.
2. Allergy to the substances that make up the cream.

They are extremely rare. As a rule, it is itching and redness on the skin, which quickly pass by yourself.

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Storage conditions and expiration dates

Keep in a place protected from children. It is important that the air temperature does not exceed +25 degrees.

Usually, diaper creams are suitable for up to three years in a closed form. After opening the tube, the tool should be used within three to four months.