DIY Natural Baby Powder with Zinc & Oat Flour (Talc-Free)

Make this easy DIY baby powder with zinc oxide, oat flour, and bentonite clay—talc-free and perfect for sensitive baby skin. Calms diaper rash and keeps skin dry.

👶 DIY Healing Baby Powder for Sensitive Skin (Talc-Free & Nourishing)

My first two kids, both boys, had 0 diaper rashes their entire babyhood despite using conventional diapers and wipes with them as I wasn't yet educated on the benefits of natural living. But baby #3, my sweet girl, is very susceptible to rashes even in all natural cloth diapers and wipes.

This recipe was created out of desperation to try and heal her chronic diaper rashes with the most healing ingredients I had on hand that I could pack into one powder. It has been a miracle worker for her and I hope it is just as helpful for your baby.

This soothing, talc-free baby powder is also a gentle and effective natural remedy for adults dealing with chafing, sweat rashes, or skin irritation—making it a versatile staple for the whole family.

🌾 Benefits of Each Ingredient:

• Cornstarch – A natural absorbent that helps wick away moisture and prevent chafing. It’s gentle and soothing on even the most tender baby skin.

• Oat Flour – Oats are known for their calming, anti-inflammatory properties. This ingredient helps soothe irritation, redness, and itching—perfect for diaper rash or sweat-prone areas.

• Zinc Oxide Powder – This is the key healing hero! Zinc creates a gentle barrier on the skin that protects against moisture and promotes fast healing. It’s the same ingredient in most natural diaper rash creams, but here, it’s in powder form.

• Bentonite Clay – Draws out impurities, absorbs excess moisture, and supports the skin's natural healing process. Especially great for babies with sensitive or rash-prone skin.

Recipe:

🌿 Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)

• 1 tbsp oat flour

• 1/2 tsp zinc oxide powder

• 1 tbsp bentonite clay

1. In a clean salt shaker, add ingredients together. Cover holes with your hand and shake until thoroughly mixed.

2. Store in a dry place. Use a small amount as needed on clean, dry baby skin.

   
   

*Avoid using near baby's face or where powder could be inhaled.

*Optional: Add a few drops of baby-safe essential oil like chamomile or lavender (but skip this for newborns or ultra-sensitive skin).

🛁 Great for Gifting Too!Package it in a muslin bag with a handwritten tag and you’ve got a sweet, handmade natural baby shower gift with love (and purpose).

🛍️ Love Natural Baby Care? If you enjoy easy, healing recipes like this one, check out my handmade sensitive-skin favorites for the whole family. Each one is made by hand by me with the same care I use for my own babies:👉 Shop Natural Products for Sensitive Skin

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