Baby Creams & Diaper Creams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is baby cream used for? +

Baby cream keeps your baby’s skin moisturised and stops it from getting dry or rough. Most parents use it once a day after a bath, on the face, arms, and legs.

What is diaper rash cream used for? +

It protects the skin under the diaper from wetness and rubbing. It helps calm a rash that has already started and can stop new ones from forming if used regularly.

Can baby cream be used for diaper rash? +

Not really. A regular baby cream moisturises the skin but doesn’t keep wetness out. For diaper rash, use a diaper rash cream, which is made to create a protective layer.

Can newborns use diaper rash cream? +

Yes, as long as it’s gentle and dermatologically tested for newborns. Use a thin layer at each change. If your newborn’s rash looks bad or doesn’t get better in a few days, see your paediatrician.

What ingredients should I look for in a diaper rash cream? +

Look for soothing ingredients like aloe vera and beeswax. Check that the cream is dermatologically tested. It’s best to avoid creams with strong perfume, as these can irritate sensitive skin.

How do I choose a baby cream for sensitive skin? +

Go for a mild, unscented or lightly scented cream that is dermatologically tested. Try a small amount on one spot first. If your baby has eczema or another skin condition, ask your doctor before you start.

How often should I use baby cream? +

Once or twice a day is usually enough, ideally after a bath. Diaper rash cream is different. You can apply it at every diaper change.

How to Use Diaper Rash Cream During a Diaper Change +

Take off the dirty diaper and clean the area with a wipe or lukewarm water. Pat dry and wait a few seconds so the skin is fully dry. Apply a thin layer of cream, then put on a fresh diaper.

Shop Baby Creams & Diaper Rash Creams Online

Your baby will go through six to ten diaper changes a day in the early months. Most of them are quick. Some come at 3 am, half asleep, one hand holding tiny feet, the other searching for the wipes. Through it all, the skin under the diaper takes a lot. A good baby cream and a reliable diaper rash cream keep that skin comfortable, so your baby isn’t crying through every change.

If you’ve been looking for the best diaper rash cream for your baby, or just something gentle for daily use, take a look at what Mee Mee has to offer.

“We know what a red, sore bottom does to a baby’s mood, and to yours. That’s why we keep our creams simple and gentle.”
– Team Mee Mee

Why does redness in a baby's diaper area occur 

Think about it. The skin under a diaper is covered almost all day and night. It’s warm in there, it gets wet often, and the diaper rubs against it every time your baby kicks or crawls. Baby skin is also much thinner than ours, so it dries out and gets irritated faster. Without some care, redness can start in just a few hours.

Common Causes of Diaper Rash

Almost every baby gets diaper rash at least once, so don’t panic if you see it. It usually happens when a wet or dirty diaper stays on too long, especially overnight. A diaper that’s too tight can rub the skin. Sometimes it’s a new brand of wipes, a new detergent, or the move to solid food that sets it off. And in Indian summers or during the monsoon, the heat and humidity make it worse.

Keeping Your Baby’s Diaper Area Comfortable

Change the diaper as soon as you notice it’s wet or dirty. Don’t wait for it to get full. Clean with soft baby wipes or a cotton cloth dipped in lukewarm water, and pat the skin dry. Don’t rub it. If you can, leave your baby without a diaper for a while every day. Lay them on a soft towel and let the skin get some air. Before you put the next baby diaper on, apply a thin layer of nappy rash cream.

When Diaper Rash Needs Extra Care

A mild rash usually clears up in two or three days with frequent changes and a baby rash cream. If it doesn’t, call your paediatrician. Also see a doctor if the rash spreads to the tummy or thighs, if you spot blisters or pus, if the skin bleeds, or if your baby has a fever.

Baby Creams for Everyday Skin Care

Not every cream is for rashes. A daily baby cream is for keeping your baby’s skin from drying out. Babies lose moisture quickly, from bathing, from AC rooms, and from the dry winter air in North India. A little cream after a bath helps the skin hold on to that moisture.

Making Baby Cream Part of Everyday Skin Care

Apply baby moisturizing cream right after a bath, when the skin is still a bit damp. That’s when it absorbs best. Bathe your baby with mild baby bath products, wrap them in a soft towel, and then gently rub a small amount of cream into the cheeks, arms, and legs. Many parents also like an oil massage before bath. Our baby lotion and baby oil work well alongside your cream.

Diaper Rash Cream for Protective Care

A diaper cream does a different job from a regular moisturiser. It sits on top of the skin and keeps wetness away. Our Soothing Baby Diaper Nappy Rash Cream has aloe vera extracts, which help calm red, irritated skin. We also have a Nappy Rash Spray with aloe vera and beeswax. You just spray it on, so you don’t have to touch sore skin. It’s very handy when you’re changing a diaper in the car or at a relative’s house.

How Diaper Rash Cream Helps Protect Baby’s Skin

When you apply a baby diaper rash cream, it leaves a thin coating on the skin. Urine and moisture can’t sit directly on the skin, and the diaper doesn’t rub as much. This gives sore skin time to heal. If you use it at every change, not only when you see redness, it can also stop new rashes from starting.

Choosing the Right Baby Cream for Your Baby

Some babies have dry skin. Some get a rash every time the weather turns hot. Some react to perfumes. You’ll figure out your baby’s skin type within the first few weeks, and that will tell you which cream to pick.

Choose a Cream Based on Your Baby’s Skin Care Needs

If your baby’s skin feels dry or flaky, a light everyday cream after a bath is enough. If your baby gets rashes often, use a diaper rash cream at every change, even when the skin looks fine. If the skin is already red and sore, pick something with soothing ingredients like aloe vera. And if you’d rather not touch the area at all, a rash spray is the easiest option.

What Should Parents Look for in Baby Creams & Diaper Creams?

Always turn the pack over and read the label. Check if it says dermatologically tested and safe for newborns. Look for ingredients you recognise, like aloe vera or beeswax. Avoid strong fragrances. A good diaper cream should also wipe off easily at the next change. You shouldn’t have to scrub your baby’s skin to remove it.

Create a Gentle Baby Skin Care Routine With Mee Mee

You don’t need a shelf full of products. A mild soap or baby shampoo, a cream, some oil, and a good rash cream will cover most of what your baby needs. You’ll find all of these in our baby skin care range, along with baby lotion and baby oil. We also make everyday baby products like diapers, wipes, and the baby feeding bottle. Mee Mee has been making baby care in India since 2006, and you can buy diaper rash cream online right here.