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Everything You Need to Know About Baby Diaper Rash

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Illustration of diaper rash's progression from slight to severe. Slight: shows minimal redness, mild has small spots, moderate has increased redness and spots, moderate to severe shows more spreading, and severe displays extensive redness and irritation.

Five degrees of diaper rash

From slight to severe, every baby’s diaper rash can appear different. See examples and learn how to identify it.

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A tube for every tush

DESITIN® brand offers a range of products to treat and protect your baby’s bottom.

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Comfort restored

Immediately forms a barrier to promote healing and soothe diaper rash discomfort.