💧 Is It OK to just use water when changing your baby’s diaper?
If you’ve ever stared at a changing table full of products and thought, “Couldn’t I just use water?” - STOP. And please read this blog post.
Because yes, like many parents, it’s normal to wonder whether water is enough: it’s natural, it’s used for washing, it’s free, and it’s eco-friendly.
In theory, it makes perfect sense. But when it comes to cleaning baby bums (and keeping them rash-free), water alone is not going to pull its weight.
So, let’s break it down - one splash at a time.
💦 Water: Gentle, but not enough
Water is wonderful for hydration and bath time.
But baby poop isn’t just water-soluble - it also contains fats, acids, and bacteria that water alone can’t fully remove.
If you’ve ever washed an oily pan with just water, you already know what happens: the grease stays put.
(Put it this way: if you had poop on your face, would you rely on water to get it off?)
Same idea here. Without something to break down that residue, a “clean” baby bottom might still have invisible irritants left behind.
Those lingering bits can lead to - you guessed it - diaper rash.
🧴 What happens when you add the right ingredients
This is why many French parents swear by liniment, a traditional, oil-based lotion made with just a few simple ingredients like:
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Organic olive oil - protects delicate skin
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Organic beeswax - helps heal and soothe
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Water - gently cleanses
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Organic glycerin - keeps skin hydrated
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Vitamin E - nourishes and supports healing
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Limestone - balances skin’s natural acidity
It’s the perfect combo: water gently cleans, while natural oils protect and restore the skin barrier.
That’s the part water alone can’t do - leaving behind a light, breathable layer that shields skin from the next diaper.
🌿 The “CPR” Method: Clean, Protect, Restore
Think of every diaper change like a mini skincare routine:
1️⃣ Cleanse away mess and bacteria (water can start this, but needs a helper).
2️⃣ Protect from moisture and friction (the real rash culprits).
3️⃣ Restore balance with ingredients that nourish and calm sensitive skin.
La Petite Crème’s diapering lotion is designed to do all three steps in one easy swipe - no rinse, no follow-up cream, no fuss.
Just one bottle, one cotton pad, and a clean, calm baby bum.
✨ The takeaway
Water is great but it’s just not enough on its own.
Think of it as washing your face with water but skipping the moisturizer. It feels fresh for a minute… then it gets dry, irritated, and cranky.
Your baby’s skin deserves a little more TLC (and so does your sanity).
Next time you reach for the wipes or the washcloth, remember: a few drops of the right lotion can turn “good enough” into “oh, that’s soooOOOooo much better.”
💭 Petites pensées
Motherhood teaches us that less can truly be more.
One bottle that cleans, protects, and restores means fewer steps, fewer worries, fewer things to restock, and one calmer mama.