7 Best Baby Lotions, According to Pediatric Dermatologists 2024

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). There are just so many brands at all different price points, formulated for this or that skin concern or with this or that scent; and it’s hard to know what to spend your money on.But picking the right lotion can actually be super important, pediatric dermatologists tell Glamour.

Mainly, because babies have such sensitive skin, and many popular brands contain ingredients that can cause irritation.“I always advise parents that simple is best,” says , FAAD, an associate professor of dermatology and pediatrics at the University of Minnesota and the president of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology. “What could be more perfect and natural than your baby’s skin?

Did you know your baby’s skin is thinner and more prone to irritation than adult skin? A baby's delicate skin and high body surface area to weight ratio makes them more likely to absorb ingredients in skin care products through their delicate skin barrier.”So, we at Glamour decided to test out some of the most popular baby body lotion brands for different baby skin types, and consulted pediatricians to get to the bottom of what you should be looking for next time you need to stock up.All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.

However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.AmazonNoodle and BooOriginal photo courtesy of Glamour senior editor Stephanie McNealFrom its packaging to its scent to its formulation, our tester says Noodle and Boo’s everyday lotion feels like luxury, but at a reasonable price. “One of the pain points I’ve had with drugstore baby lotion brands is that they feel watery and don’t absorb well into my toddler’s skin,” says Glamour senior editor who’s a girl mom.