10 Best Baby Lotions UK 2024 | Johnsons, Dove and More

Easy to apply, this glide-on ointment is considered a must-have by many paediatricians. It's a no-frills cream with a fairly simple formula, but it works miracles on dry, itchy skin that is especially prone to eczema. 

Soothing and deeply hydrating without leaving the skin feeling sticky or greasy, this cream has no scent and is guaranteed to last a long time. Being perfect for everyday use, we've made it our top recommendation! 

This fast-absorbing baby lotion by Aveeno will leave your child's skin feeling smooth and nourished in seconds! Specifically formulated with oat extract, the lotion creates a protective barrier while calming any rashes. The product also includes vitamin E, which helps to promote the healing of any skin damage. 

The cream comes in a handy, compact squeeze tube which is perfect for using on the go, and as it doesn't contain any fragrances, it is ideal for sensitive skin. It's also been dermatologically tested.

If you're after a product on a budget, look no further than this Child's Farm moisturising cream for sensitive skin. Suitable for newborns and for use all over the body, this creamy lotion will leave your baby's skin feeling hydrated and soothed. 

Shea and cocoa butter are fantastic at healing eczema, and whilst it heals, the formula doesn't leave a greasy sheen on the skin. Although this cream is lightly fragranced, it is hypoallergenic, pH balanced and has been dermatologically tested. 

If you are looking for a tried and tested 'natural' product, this gentle Burt's Bees cream is formulated with 99% natural ingredients. Created with raw beeswax, which locks in moisture and a blend of nourishing oils that smooth and heal the skin, this moisturiser is ideal for all skin types. 

Although this product is labelled as all-natural, it does contain preservatives that protect the product from spoiling or developing harmful bacteria once opened. The scent is gentle and all-natural, however, due to containing beeswax and buttermilk, it should be noted that this product is not vegan. 

This 100% natural healing moisturising cream is a great addition to your nappy changing routine. Dermatologically tested, with organic ingredients such as Beeswax the cream not only hydrates and nourishes the skin it also protects, promotes healing and help ease inflammation; ideal for nappy rash.

Although the volume of the product is rather small, its' rich and easy-to-apply formula means a little can go a long way. 

Formulated with a patented ingredient derived from avocados, this fluid glide on lotion will absorb quickly into your baby's skin, leaving no skin cell unmoisturised. The avocado extract comes from responsible supply chains and works to protect your baby's skin barrier.

The bottle comes equipped with a handy child-lock pump making the product easy to dispense. It may seem a little small and fairly pricey, but just a couple of pumps should be enough to moisturise the entire body of a newborn, making it a fairly long-lasting and worthwhile investment.

The Swiss company Weleda has a long tradition of creating nature-inspired high-quality products to delight the whole family, and their baby lotion is no exception. Formulated with special lipids which are perfectly compatible with the skin of a newborn and enriched with soothing calendula extract, this liquid lotion will leave the skin feeling nothing but velvet-smooth! 

The product has been dermatologically tested, and the formula is suitable for sensitive skin. However, for a well-used, daily product, it is fairly pricey, and because it's extremely light and fluid, the bottle doesn't seem to last very long.

This lightweight lotion was developed specifically to soothe, nourish and protect your baby's skin. It's formulated with calendula extract, known to calm the skin and sweet almond and sunflower oils known for their moisturising properties. The cream is also free from parabens. 

However, it has been dermatologically tested, so you can rest assured that it shouldn't harm a healthy baby's delicate skin. However, it's good to bear in mind that this cream does have a light, fresh fragrance, and although it has been safety tested, it may not be suitable for babies who suffer from extreme skin sensitivity. 

Johnson's baby lotion is the no-frills approach that has become a staple in many households over the past few decades. Reasonably priced and packed in a handy ergonomic bottle with a pump, this mild lotion enriched with coconut oil is ideal for gentle daily care.

Although the lotion is free from dyes and parabens, it does have a light, fresh fragrance that might not be ideal for babies with ultra-sensitive skin. The formula, however, has been approved by paediatricians and dermatologists, making it hypoallergenic. 

Dove has a great reputation for creating highly moisturising products, and this baby lotion is no exception. Unscented and created with nutrients that are close to the baby's pH levels, this hypoallergenic lotion is gentle and non-irritating, even for a newborn.

Although the formula doesn't contain any additional ingredients such as plant butters or extracts, it still feels very pleasant on the skin and perfect for hot weather due to its light consistency. However, if your baby suffers from eczema or rashes, perhaps it would be best to look into a thicker consistency cream.