Egg White For Nappy Rash: All You Need To Know

Scenario one: Your baby’s got a bad nappy rash. You’ve tried all the nappy creams out there but none seems to be working.

Someone has mentioned using egg white for nappy rash, so you are here to find out if it works. 

Scenario two: You are particular about only using organic, natural products on your baby. So, you’re interested in finding out if egg white is a good, natural remedy for nappy rash. 

Scenario three: You heard about the egg white treatment for nappy rash and you’re curious about how this egg white cures nappy rash.

Whichever of the above scenarios brought you here, you’re in luck.

In this post, we’ll answer all your questions:

• how to use egg whites for nappy rash
• is egg white good for nappy rash?
• is egg white dangerous to use to cure nappy rash? 
• what are the adverse effects of using egg whites to relieve nappy rash?
• other alternatives natural remedies for nappy rash

Let’s get into it!

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CAN YOU USE EGG WHITES FOR NAPPY RASH?

Egg white is versatile. It can be used in a variety of ways. 

It is commonly used in many cooking recipes, in the beauty industry as ingredients in facials and eye masks, and also (as you are about to learn) as a treatment to cure nappy rash in newborns and babies.

Many of the baby boomer generation routinely used egg whites to treat nappy rash. Several older nannies and midwives testify to this.

Using egg whites to relieve nappy rash symptoms is one of the many old wives tales and old-fashioned remedies that has been passed down from generation to generation. 

However, saying it’s an old wives tale isn’t saying it doesn’t work. I’m simply stating that it’s been a treatment around for years and years.

A lot of mothers who have used egg whites to soothe their babies sore bottom believe that it helped the nappy rash heal fast.

Egg white works as a remedy for nappy rash by creating a barrier between your baby’s skin and the irritants causing the rash. This is similar to how nappy creams work.

IS EGG WHITE SAFE TO USE FOR NAPPY RASH?

I’m pretty sure in googling “egg white nappy rash”, you’ve seen something about the danger of using egg whites for nappy rash. 

As a parent, this can be concerning. So, let’s talk about it. 

I did some research myself and found only this ONE paper that talked about it. If you look at the study yourself, you will find that the study wasn’t focused on the use of egg whites for a sore bottom.

It, however, had one section that talked about ONE patient, a baby who was being treated for something else then developed a nappy rash. 

He had an allergic reaction to the use of egg white to cure the rash.

For me, this is NOT definitive because the study wasn’t carried out on a larger number of babies.

However, it IS something to be aware of. Some babies are indeed allergic to eggs and so, using egg whites on their bum may cause an allergic reaction.

If you scour parenting forums, you’ll find some parents had success using egg whites on their baby’s bum while others had babies that broke out in hives and rashes.

Here’s my disclaimer, be careful about using egg whites as a nappy rash treatment if you are unsure your baby is allergic to eggs.

If you are still interested in reading about how to use egg white for nappy rash keep on reading.

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HOW TO USE EGG WHITE FOR NAPPY RASH

Here is a step by step process of how to apply egg white for nappy rash.

1. Get a raw egg and crack it into a bowl separating the yolk from the egg white
2. Whisk the egg with a fork.
3. Make sure your baby’s bottom is clean and dry. You can wipe it with cotton wool and warm water or a warm flannel/towel. Try not to use wipes as they will aggravate the rash.
4. Place your baby on a muslin square, towel or clean nappy before applying the egg white ( this will also help to catch any sudden poo or pee).
5. Use a cotton wool ball to carefully apply a thin layer of the egg white to your baby’s bum.
6. Leave your baby’s bum uncovered and allow it air-dry till the egg white forms a thin mask and barrier on your baby’s bum.
7. Let your baby enjoy some nappy-free time and fresh air before putting on a new nappy.
8. Cover the egg white and place it in the fridge to re-apply later.
9. Whisk a fresh egg white the next day and start the process all over again till the sore bum heals.

How to prevent nappy rash

The longer your baby wears wet or soiled nappies, the more prone they are to developing a nappy rash. Sometimes, a fungal infection called thrush can cause a nappy rash. 

To prevent a nappy rash, try to change your baby’s nappy as quickly as possible, especially after a poo. 

Clean your baby’s bottom thoroughly every time you do a nappy change. 

Use a barrier cream (nappy cream or natural remedy) after every change. 

Let your baby have nappy free time for about 20 minutes a day. You can do this before bath time.

Other Good Natural Remedies For Nappy Rash

Here are some other home remedies to treat nappy rash:

• Coconut oil
• Breast milk
• Baking Soda
• Cornflour
• Vaseline
• Chamomile tea
• White vinegar

FINALLY…

Remember that nappy rashes are common and most babies will get them at least once. Both of mine certainly did.

Also, try not to feel guilty about it. You are doing a great job and your baby having a nappy rash doesn’t prove otherwise.

Take note of and practice the simple ways to prevent nappy rash we discussed above. 

If you’re willing, use egg whites for nappy rash ONLY if you are sure your baby isn’t allergic to eggs.

Do remember, if the nappy rash persists or gets worse, call/visit your GP. Better to be safe than sorry.

That’s it. I hope your baby’s nappy rash heals as fast as possible.