Natural diaper creams, ointments. There
are gentler products available on the market today that are more effective at healing and soothing a diaper rash such as CJ’s BUTTer, Earth Mama Angel Baby Bottom Balm, and GroVia Magic Stick.
DIY Diaper Creams. Coconut oil, avocado oil,
Melt the ingredients together in a microwave or on the stove top. Pour the mixture into a bowl and place the bowl in an ice bath. Blend the mixture until creamy and store in a glass jar at room temperature. Mixture will harden or become a thick cream when cooled. Lightly apply to your baby’s bottom.
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¼ cup beeswax 1/3 cup organic virgin coconut oil 1/3 cup shea butter 5 drops of Tea Tree Oil
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breast milk, shea butter, and numerous other natural ingredients can be used on diaper rashes. They can be used by themselves or combined to make your own diaper rash cream.