Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment Review

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Aquaphor is a staple for us. It's great at preventing rashes and excellent on sensitive skin.

A True Unsung Hero

From one mom to another, there are a few unsung heroes that make the baby phase feel calmer. This jar is one of them. Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment is gentle and fragrance free, and it is made for sensitive baby skin. I keep it next to the changing pad and smooth a thin layer on clean, dry skin. It helps protect against diaper rash during naps and those long overnight stretches.

What I like is how simple and straightforward it is. The formula uses 41 percent petrolatum to create a protective, breathable barrier. It is preservative free and designed for little faces and little bottoms, and it has been helpful for the small dry patches that show up with weather changes. I reach for it on drool rash around the chin and cheeks too.

It is a big ounce jar, which makes sense to park at the changing station. If you want something tidier for the diaper bag, scoop a little into a tiny travel pot so application stays neat. The texture is thick because that is how a barrier ointment should be. A little goes a long way.

My favorite perk is that the whole family uses it. I rub a bit into my dry hands and cuticles at night and it softens rough heels when I remember to be consistent. One product that solves small problems for everyone is a win in my book.

Quick Tip
Cleanse, pat completely dry, then apply a thin, even layer. If a rash looks raw or weepy, if it worsens, or if the baby seems uncomfortable, check in with your pediatrician. This post is for information only and is not medical advice.


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