Which creams work with cloth diapers?

Some creams build up on cloth diapers and stop them absorbing. Use a product the maker says is cloth diaper friendly, or a disposable liner.

Diaper balms

Balms, many sold as cosmetics rather than drugs, and several the maker calls cloth diaper friendly.

The 6 diaper balms with a published list price, split into thirds by price. A to Z within each lane. Price isn't a quality rating.

Budget-friendlyUnder $152

Mid-range$15 to $162

Splurge$16 and up2

Must have:

✓ maker says yes ✕ maker says no ? not published Confirmed only Sort

Compare		Active	Size	Form	Fragrance-free	Cloth diaper friendly
	Badger Baby Balm	–	2 oz tin	balm	?	?
	California Baby Calming Organic (Talc-Free) PowderTalc-free	–	2.5 oz / 71 g	powder	?	?
	Earth Mama Organic Diaper BalmCloth diaper friendly	–	–	balm	?	✓
	Earthly Remedies By Erin Baby Butt BalmCloth diaper friendly	–	–	balm	?	✓
	GroVia Magic Stick (Original, Unscented)Cloth diaper friendly	–	2 oz	stick	?	✓
	Kinder Cloth Diaper Safe Bum Cream Zinc-Free and Petroleum-FreeCloth diaper friendly	–	–	cream	?	✓
	Little Seed Farm Booty Balm for BabiesCloth diaper friendly	–	2 oz \| 56 g	balm	?	✓
	Motherlove Organic Diaper BalmCloth diaper friendly	–	–	balm	?	✓
	Mustela Liniment No-Rinse CleanserFragrance-free	–	13.52 oz	liquid	✓	?
	NOLEO 3-in-1 Diaper Care Organic Baby CreamFragrance-freeCloth diaper friendly	–	8 oz	cream	✓	✓
	The Honest Company Honest Soothing Bottom WashFragrance-free	–	5.0 oz	spray	✓	?
	Thirsties Booty LoveCloth diaper friendly	–	2 oz	ointment	?	✓
	up&up Baby Powder, Aloe Vera & Vitamin E	–	22 oz	powder	✕	?