8 Best Nappy Rash Creams (Review) in 2021

This stuff is fantastic for treating nappy rash and is an absolute must-have for all parents. If you ask any parent what the best nappy rash cream is then, I guarantee that most will tell you about this miracle yellow healing ointment.

Metanium is not an everyday cream; it is specially designed for treating nappy rash. Once applied, the ointment starts working straight away. It helps soothe the skin, reduce redness, relieve any irritation and clears up rashes quickly.

A little goes a long way, making this a very cost-effective way of treating nappy rash.

This Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment would be an excellent gift for all new parents, that way they have it in their cupboard ready for when the first signs of a rash appear. Please be aware that this cream is bright yellow and may stain clothes.

Created by Dublin pharmacist Thomas Smith in 1931, Sudocrem is a long-standing family favourite. It is hugely popular, with nearly 35 million pots sold around the World every year.

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contains 15.25% Zinc Oxide as the active ingredient which is well known for its powerful healing properties. This antiseptic healing cream can be used as an everyday barrier and as a treatment for nappy rash.

Sudocrem will create a protective waterproof layer on your baby’s skin to prevent and protect from nappy rash. With its specially formulated healing properties and mild local anesthetic, it will soothe and heal your baby’s nappy rash.

Sudocrem is not only a world-famous nappy rash cream but is also widely used as a treatment for acne, eczema, cuts, grazes, chilblains, bedsores and minor burns. This wonder cream is a great all-rounder and a changing table must-have.

Lyonsleaf has formulated this 100% natural nappy rash cream using Zinc Oxide and Calendula as the main ingredients. The Zinc Oxide is a topical skin product that is used as a protective coating for mild skin irritations, including nappy rashes.

Calendula is a fantastic plant-powered ingredient that has anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. Once applied, the cream forms a breathable, protective and moisture repellant barrier.

Lyonsleaf grows its ingredients at their Somerset farm, which gives them total control over quality. They are an ethical, family-focused business, and all of their products are cruelty-free.

The cream is concentrated, water-free (thus no need for preservatives or emulsifiers) and should be used sparingly, this small pot will go a long way. What we like about this cream is that it has many healing properties and can be used on the most sensitive of skin types.

As well as treating nappy rash, this cream is recommended for blemishes, spots, grazes and eczema—a very handy little pot to have in your changing bag.

Weleda is a UK based company who have been protecting little bottoms with this natural nappy cream for over 30 years.

They are an ethical and sustainable company, and all of their products are made without preservatives, added colours or artificial additives. And unlike a lot of other products they do not test on animals.

This soothing miracle cream is made from organic Calendula, which is a natural anti-inflammatory, extracted from Marigolds grown in their very own ‘medical garden’. It is also blended with Zinc Oxide, organic almond oil and chamomile extracts to help soothe and calm your babies skin. It can be used as an everyday barrier cream and also to treat mild nappy rash.

Weleda Nappy Cream is exceptionally kind to babies skin and is highly rated by parents. Suitable from birth and cloth nappy friendly, this cream is a great all-rounder and perfect for families who prefer to use natural and organic products with no nasties.

This award-winning nappy cream produced by Childs Farm will help protect and prevent nappy rash. It is designed to be used with every nappy change and will keep your baby’s skin moisturised, soft and supple.

It is very gentle, fragrance-free and safe to use from birth. The ingredients include aloe vera, cocoa butter and shea butter that all help keep the skin plump and protected from bacteria.

Childs Farm is a small British brand that has developed dermatologist and paediatrician safe formulas to use on sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Their products are not only skin-friendly but eco-friendly too with their whole range Vegan Society approved and Cruelty-Free.

This is a lightweight, non-greasy moisturising cream that absorbs easily. The cream can be used with cloth nappies as well as disposables—an excellent choice for sensitive skin and eco-conscious families.

This Burt’s Bees Natural Diaper Ointment will leave your baby’s skin feeling soft, smooth and supple. It is a beautifully nourishing natural nappy cream that is 100% organic and includes shea butter, lavender oil, jojoba seed oil, sweet almond oil and Zinc Oxide to aid healing. It does not contain any parabens, phthalates and is not tested on animals.

Established in the 1980s, Burt’s Bees are a well-known skincare brand; they have the philosophy of ‘only using the best ingredients from nature and in turn respecting nature so we can all live well’.

This beautiful smelling thick cream can not only be used as a treatment for nappy rash but also can be applied with every nappy change to keep your baby feeling soft, dry and comfortable.

This moisture-rich unscented formula from Aveeno creates a breathable skin barrier to soothe and protect your baby’s nappy area. This barrier cream includes colloidal oatmeal, Zinc Oxide and other gentle and effective ingredients.

Aveeno dedicated many years into researching the benefits of using oats in skincare, and all their products are made with ingredients derived from nature.

The brand was created by two American brothers in Sidney who discovered the healing powers of oatmeal to manage dry skin conditions which were later confirmed by dermatologists.

Aveeno is now owned by Johnson & Johnson. Their whole baby range is paediatrician tested and designed for the most delicate and sensitive of skin.

Aveeno is a trusted brand, recommended by many parents. Their barrier nappy cream is a lovely natural product without perfumes and is a perfectly gentle nappy cream. Not much of this cream is needed so the tube will last you a long time.

Bepanthen is a barrier cream which helps prevent your baby’s skin from developing a nappy rash. It is very gentle and can be used for every nappy change from birth right up to toddlerhood.

It keeps the skin hydrated and provides a breathable waterproof barrier for the nappy area. The Vitamin B5 within this formula aids the skin’s natural recovery.

As well as a preventative aid, this ointment can be used for very mild cases of nappy rash by creating a film over any sore areas to aid natural skin healing. Bepanthen is a non-greasy, light white cream, free from fragrances and preservatives, making it a gentle choice for your baby.

This barrier cream from Bepanthen is an excellent ointment and a changing bag must-have for all parents. It has an easy to apply flip lid, which is a huge bonus when you are applying cream one-handed while juggling a baby.