The best eczema cream for babies

Suitable for: Newborns and upwards on all skin types | Size: 500ml | Dermatologist and paediatrician approved | Award: Won Gold at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 for Best Product For A Newborn 0-4 Months 

Although it's not specially formulated for eczema prevention, the award-winning mildly fragranced baby moisturiser from skincare brand Childs Farm protects and hydrates your baby's soft and delicate skin. It's suitable for all skin types including those with eczema. Your baby's skin will never feel so silky smooth.

Our reviewer said: "It made my baby’s skin feel so soft, it’s nice to know the moisturiser has been paediatrician and dermatologist approved. I put some on my son's scalp to help soften his cradle cap and it really helped to loosen the flakes, I have been using the childs farm moisturiser myself as well on the back of my arms where I have really dry rough skin and I am happy to say it has improved and isn’t as dry."

Read our Childs Farm baby moisturiser, mildly fragranced review here.

This soothing lotion is a celebrity favourite. Formulated by midwives, it contains organic white mallow extract to cool and protect the skin with coconut and sesame oils to nurture it. It's fragrance-free to prevent irritation yet still has a mild pleasant scent you'll love. Custom-made for hypersensitive or atopic skin, this affordable lotion is a must-buy.

One reviewer said: "Using this cream for my 5-month-old to treat her eczema. The cream is very light so I needed to apply it more often, but her skin got so much better and is nearly clear of eczema now after five days of use! I’m using this one for the flared up areas and a thicker emollient for regular moisturising. I recommend the cream for red itchy ‘angry’ skin patches. Plus, it smells nice too. I used it on a recent flare-up and it disappeared within 30 minutes after using this cream!"

Although Sudocrem is used by many parents to treat nappy rash, this little pot of cream is brilliant for eczema too. Sudocrem can protect your baby's delicate skin in thee simple ways; firstly, it's an emollient, so it can help soothe sore and irritated skin. Secondly, it acts as a mild local anaesthetic, easing pain, irritation and preventing infection, which makes it a great go-to for mild eczema flare ups. Thirdly, its ingredients are gentle on all skin types.

A parent reviewer wrote: "The ONLY antiseptic cream I trust wholeheartedly for all the family's' needs! While it boasts a range of applications (of which I do make ample use), it primarily cares to my children's needs. Treating nappy rash and sores, by providing gentle, yet efficient relief. It creates a protective barrier, and it's still lets your skin breath, and serving as an antiseptic – it's the perfect aid for unfortunate cuts and bruises. For so many times, it has provided solace to my kids and even my husband, who, like one of my children, has to deal with with eczema."

Designed by rapper Casyo 'Krept' Johnson and influencer Sasha Ellese Gilbert to be inclusive for all skin types. This product is dermatologist-approved, paediatrician-approved, cruelty-free, vegan, eczema-friendly, tear-free, fully recyclable and made in Britain.

One reviewer said: "Credit where credit is due. My daughter had to temporarily have to go back to wearing nappies for a short time which resulted in a nasty nappy rash. I used the Nala's baby moisturiser and I'm just 3 days the rash was completely clear. I will now never use any other product and I'm currently putting a order in online to try the other products which I know are going to smell incredible and have such lovely results. Me and my daughter chant Nala's baby when we get the cream out after bath time."

This is one of the most popular natural eczema creams in the UK. MooGoo Irritable Skin Balm is free from paraffin oil and all other petroleum-based chemicals and preservatives. Designed specifically for skin conditions, it soothes the skin to prevent scratching. It was brought over to the UK from Australia after high demand.

One reviewer put: "I tried some cream from the pharmacy for my 3 year old's dry itchy skin but I wasn’t keen on the paraffin based products and it appeared to be making it worse. I found good reviews for this and tried it out; I'm so pleased I did as it cleared up the dry skin in no time. Plus, the smell of rosemary is nice too and I will buy again if needed."

A best seller that many eczema sufferers swear by. It's made with oatmeal which soothes and hydrates the skin. It's also non-greasy and absorbs quickly for instant relief. The lotion is formulated to minimise the risk of allergies and is designed for babies' delicate, sensitive skin. It is free from parabens, dyes and alcohol.

A reviewer said, "I bought it for my newborn daughter after doing some research and it was highly recommended for the delicate skin prone to eczema and allergic reaction. I loved it from the first use. The scent is very delicate and it’s not too greasy and it gets absorbed nicely. I use it every day on my baby and she had no problem at all. I liked it so much I use it sometimes as a moisturiser for myself!"

Made from light liquid paraffin to replace natural oils lost during washing, it has a 3-in-1 formula to soothe your little ones' dry and irritated skin. It has a natural, mild smell, unlike some other creams. We like that it comes in a small bottle, meaning you can take it with you wherever you go.A reviewer said: "This cream changed my eight-week-old baby boy from cradle cap covered and eczema all over his face and ears to a healthy happy baby within minutes. As soon as I applied this the redness went and with a regular application within 24 hours he looked brilliant. I recommend this to all my friends!"

A parent favourite for years, this emollient is especially built for eczema treatment. It moisturises the skin after washing with fast soothing and softening. It’s gentle enough to use on your baby from day one.

A parent reviewer said: "My 4 month old son started to get dry skin and a bit of a rash seemingly after using a different make of washing detergent, the health visitor advised to buy some of this and try it with him. This in combination of returning to the original washing detergent, plus a change in baby bath soap really resolved this issue. Now I use it on him daily as a moisturiser instead of coconut oil and it really makes his skin feel so soft."

This 3-in-1 product can be used as a skin wash as well as an ointment for your baby. It was developed for eczema sufferers by doctors at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle upon Tyne. It’s prescribed by the NHS, but it can be bought over the counter too. The emulsifying wax and yellow soft paraffin combination counteract the loss of essential oils after washing and it's safe enough to use on your baby's sensitive skin.

One reviewer said: "The cold weather has made my daughter's dry skin/eczema awful to deal with. Luckily, she only has a scant few patches here and there, but the ones on her face (namely her eyelids and small patches on both cheeks) were bothering her, as they'd be incredibly dry and flaky. Epaderm kept the skin moisturised and helped to relieve the symptoms of dryness. Coupled with some anti-allergy tablets, the dryness has reduced dramatically in severity and the patches are soft and lovely again."

This best-selling cream has been specially designed to help baby's eczema-prone skin. It contains unique ingredients such as Zeolite (a volcanic mineral) and Jojoba. The junior range was developed after high demand from parents due to the success of their Dermaspray and has lived up to it’s high reputation. Suitable for babies over three months and gentle enough to even use on the face, it's great for flare-ups.

One reviewer put: "We tried several ointments and creams for our toddler's eczema. Nothing seemed to calm it or control it for more than a few minutes to hours. Then we came across this cream and it has now become our go-to. It works brilliantly well. At one point we were able to get rid of the eczema sites off the arms and legs almost permanently for nearly 6-8 months until it reappeared in winter which isn’t uncommon. Using the cream again is sorting that issue."

From the Little Butterfly London range, this formulated organic-certified baby face cream works to soften aggravated skin. Using anti-inflammatory and natural ingredients such as moringa tree extract and evening primrose, it helps to prevent baby's sensitive skin from getting chapped or dry.

One review said: "This is great. I used it on dry and flaky skin and it automatically starts soothing the dry area with its rich and luxurious formula. It helped to clear up patchy eczema on my hands after using too much hand sanitizer over the last few months!"

You may or may not have heard of Goat Skincare. The Australian company was founded by mum-and-dad-of-three, Sally and Ray, after discovering goats milk was the only ingredient that helped soothe one of their daughter's itchy eczema. Each of their products are made using pure goat’s milk, which is packed with vitamins A, B6, B12, C and D, and it also contains essential fatty acids, which makes it ultra moisturising for optimal skin suppleness. They’re also free of parabens, sulphates, fragrances and colourants and are pH balanced so they can be used daily, without irritating the skin.

This particular moisturiser is great for soothing dry, itchy and irritated skin and can be used on all skin types and ages. The 100ml tube is also a great size for fitting inside your baby changing bag, or even your handbag and we love the family-friendly packaging too.

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One reviewer wrote:** "This cream has saved my 3 year old skin. It is AMAZING. It is AMAZING! Our family have moved over to your shampoo, conditioner and body wash. These products have truly been a blessing for us. Dealing with eczema and dry skin. Thank you so much!"

Avène is acclaimed for creating products suitable for sensitive skin. This cleansing oil is suitable for infants and children, for the face and body and leaves skin feeling comfortable and soft. It's fragrance free and soap free too, so it won't irritate even the most sensitive of skin. Just use as you would a regular shower gel and pat your babies skin dry (don't rub) when finished.

One reviewer said: "I've been using XeraCalm A.D Lipid Replenishing Cleansing Oil since about 2019. I'm sensitive to soap and products containing perfume. I tried XeraCalm A.D and now I will not use anything else on my face when cleansing. This is scent free and gentle on my skin. I've just started using it on my entire body. It really is calming and leaves the skin soft."

You know from your skin that some soaps can dry out the skin during cleansing. This soothing product cleanses and hydrates at the same time. Made with oats - a natural ingredient that is known for calming the skin and reducing inflammation, it relieves any itchiness, and the oil will prevent further spreading of eczema caused by scratching.

One reviewer said: "I looked into the A-Derma range of products after it was recommended to me by a parent at my eldest daughter's school. My now two-and-a-half-year-old toddler has had eczema since she was two months. I have tried every cream, lotion and potion going. Steroid, non-steroid, expensive and cheap - you name it we've tried it. I am so glad I took the plunge and tried yet another product." "I have been using it for three days now with the Emollient cream and the cleansing oil. The difference in her skin is so dramatic that it's hard to comprehend that it has no chemicals in it. The top layer of eczema has completely dried out and fallen off. The Exomega moisturises, softens the skin without drying it out even more as some of the steroid creams have done in the past. She now has a new layer of skin that is healing and responding to the cream so well. I am one happy parent. My baby is not scratching her skin off, and both me and daddy are less stressed out. Our baby is not uncomfortable. Thank you so much A-Derma."