What is a good home remedy for diaper rash?
1. Diaper rash ointment:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 10 drops lavender essential oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the coconut oil, shea butter, cornstarch, and baking soda.
2. Add the lavender essential oil, if desired, and stir to combine.
3. Store the ointment in a cool, dry place.
4. Apply a thin layer of ointment to the baby's bottom and any other areas affected by diaper rash.
5. Repeat as needed.
2. Oatmeal Bath:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of finely ground oatmeal
- Lukewarm water
Instructions:
1. Fill a clean sink or bathtub with lukewarm water.
2. Add the finely ground oatmeal to the water and stir to create a milky bath.
3. Gently immerse your baby in the oatmeal bath for 15-20 minutes.
4. Rinse your baby's skin thoroughly with clean water.
5. Pat your baby's skin dry and apply a moisturizer.
3. Witch hazel:
Ingredients:
- Witch hazel extract
Instructions:
1. Soak a cotton ball with witch hazel extract.
2. Apply the cotton ball to the affected area for a few minutes.
3. Repeat as needed.
4. Aloe vera:
Ingredients:
- Fresh aloe vera gel
Instructions:
1. Extract fresh gel from an aloe vera leaf.
2. Apply the gel to the affected area.
3. Repeat as needed.
5. Tea Tree Oil:
Ingredients:
- Tea Tree oil
- Coconut oil or water
Instructions:
1. Dilute tea tree oil by adding 2-3 drops of tea tree oil to 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or water.
2. Apply the diluted oil to the affected area using a cotton ball.
3. Avoid using tea tree oil if your baby has sensitive skin or any open wounds.