Diaper rash creams are essential for protecting your baby's delicate skin—but not all creams are created equal. At Simple Steps Market, we go beyond marketing claims and focus on what truly matters: safety, purity, and non-toxic ingredients. That’s why we only list diaper rash creams that meet our strict criteria, ensuring you can confidently choose the best option for your baby.
Our Requirements for Diaper Rash Creams
Every diaper rash cream we carry is made without:
❌ Petroleum(No Paraffins, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum)
❌ BHA/BHT
❌ Carcinogens (No Talc, Propylene Glycol, PEGs, Retinyl Palmitate)
❌ Sulfates (No SLS, SLES)
❌ Sodium Borates (No Borax)
❌ Synthetic Fragrances
❌ Parabens
❌ Phthalates
❌ Skin Irritants (No Benzocaine, Isopropyl Alcohol)
❌ Steroids (No Hydrocortisone)
❌ Harmful Preservatives (No Phenoxyethanol, Formaldehyde-releasing agents)
Why Conventional Diaper Rash Creams Can Be Harmful
- Petroleum-Based Ingredients (Paraffins, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum) can clog pores and trap moisture, potentially leading to skin irritation. These may also contain harmful contaminants like PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons), which are known carcinogens.
- BHA/BHT Preservatives have been linked to skin irritation, hormonal disruption, and potential carcinogenic effects.
- Carcinogenic Ingredients like Talc (which may contain asbestos), PEGs (which can have harmful residues), and Retinyl Palmitate (which may increase skin cancer risk when exposed to sunlight) pose potential risks.
- Sulfates (SLS & SLES) strip natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation.
- Sodium Borate (Borax) is linked to skin irritation and potential reproductive toxicity.
- Synthetic Fragrances can trigger allergies, irritation, and hormone disruption due to undisclosed chemical blends.
- Parabens & Phthalates disrupt hormones and may cause long-term health concerns.
- Skin Irritants like Benzocaine (which can trigger allergic reactions and reduce oxygen levels in the blood) and Isopropyl Alcohol (which dries out sensitive skin) can cause more harm than good.
- Steroids (Hydrocortisone) can thin the skin and delay healing with prolonged use.
- Harmful Preservatives like Phenoxyethanol and Formaldehyde-releasing agents can cause irritation and long-term safety concerns.
Our Standard: What We Choose Instead
Instead of these harmful ingredients, we prioritize:
✅ Natural Moisturizers like coconut oil, shea butter, and aloe vera to protect and hydrate the skin.
✅ Safe Preservatives like ethylhexylglycerin and sodium benzoate.
✅ Gentle Skin Protectants like zinc oxide and calendula to soothe and shield delicate skin.
✅ Fragrance-Free or Naturally Scented Options using essential oils instead of synthetic fragrances.
✅ Non-Toxic, Baby-Safe Formulations free from endocrine disruptors and irritants.
Your baby deserves a diaper rash cream that not only soothes but is safe and non-toxic. At Simple Steps Market, we do the research for you—so you can feel good about every little detail.
Shop our trusted, non-toxic diaper rash cream collection and protect your baby’s skin naturally.
