Nappy rash occurs when moisture from urine and faeces irritates the skin, or when the nappy chafes the skin. This skin condition is very common in children under two years old. In some cases the rash can also spread up the child’s back or onto their tummy. Nappy rash causes red, raw and itchy skin in the nappy area.1
Nappy rash, or diaper rash, can be mild or more severe and is caused by chafing, infrequently changed or wet nappies, and skin sensitivity. It appears as patches of inflamed skin on the bottom, thighs and genitals. Frequent air-drying, using nappy rash cream, and changing the nappy frequently can clear up nappy rash. Anyone who wears a nappy can develop the skin condition, but it usually affects babies.2
Nappy rash is a type of skin irritation with different causes. These include:
Other potential risk factors to consider:
The symptoms of nappy rash all appear on the skin – but if your baby shows an increase in discomfort during nappy-changing time, it could be a sign that they have nappy rash.3
Physical symptoms of nappy rash include:
Nappy rash may clear up on its own or is easily treated by applying nappy rash creams. Most cases aren’t very serious. However, in some cases require consulting a doctor. See a doctor if:
Luckily there is a range of treatments, such as Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream, which can be used as a nappy rash cream, as well as Avène Thermal Spring Water and Cialfate+ Absorbing Repair Spray.5
While nappy rash can easily be treated at home with nappy rash cream, and in general does not pose a great risk, it can still take several days to heal. Nappy rash can be painful and cause your baby discomfort. If a nappy rash persists, it means that you will have to see a doctor and possibly be prescribed medication or nappy rash cream. In some cases, nappy rash can persist even when prescription medication or nappy rash cream has been applied, in which case you would have to take your baby to a dermatologist.2
To prevent nappy rash, ensure that you do the following:
Top-of-the-range treatments such as Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream, Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray and Cialfate+ Absorbing Repair Spray from Eau Thermale Avène can significantly decrease the symptoms of nappy rash.
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream uses a new active ingredient in skin repair treatment which stimulates skin renewal. Not only does Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream acts faster and provides better results in soothing skin irritations, but it’s especially effective in treating nappy rash as it’s suitable to use on very sensitive skin. It promotes optimal skin repair by spreading easily on the skin to form a protective film. Its restorative and protective complex leads to optimised efficacy for soothing the skin.
Using Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray will further soothe your baby’s irritated skin by reducing skin reactivity, strengthening the skin barrier, and boosting the skin’s defences. Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray and Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream will significantly decrease nappy rash symptoms through soothing and strengthening the skin. As the nappy area is often damp, leading to nappy rash, it’s also important to use Cicalfate+ Absorbing Repair Spray. This spray dries, repairs, purifies and soothes irritated skin and oozing nappy rash.5
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