BUTTER-C
Mother & baby
Diaper cream OEM/ODM manufacturing
Diaper Cream · Nappy Cream · Barrier Cream · OEM/ODM
The diaper area is where a baby's skin is in constant contact with moisture and friction, so parents usually apply a protective layer of cream after every diaper change. Within the cosmetic scope, the cream's role is to form a barrier between skin and moisture while keeping skin hydrated and soothed — not to address skin that is already damaged. Zinc oxide and film-forming oils and waxes are the backbone of the formula. This category also has specific preservative rules: certain parabens may not be used in leave-on products for the diaper area of children under 3. Butter-C offers full-service OEM/ODM manufacturing, from formula to a finished, labeled product with its cosmetic product notification.
Formula base
Zinc oxide cream with film-forming oils and waxes as a moisture barrier
Diaper creams are usually water-in-oil emulsions or anhydrous balms, so the film adheres well and is not washed away by urine.
Zinc oxide
A white mineral powder that forms a covering film, typically at high levels; non-nano grades are used.
Film formers
Petrolatum, purified lanolin, beeswax, dimethicone — block moisture and reduce friction.
Conditioning and soothing
Panthenol, allantoin, bisabolol, calendula, shea butter.
Emulsification and preservation
Mild water-in-oil emulsifiers; a preservative system free of propylparaben and butylparaben.
Key technical points
Four factors that define diaper cream quality
Easy to spread yet covering
High zinc levels make the cream thick and white; fine powder dispersion and suitable oils make it easy to spread on damp skin.
Easy to wipe off at changes
The film adheres well enough yet wipes off with a soft cloth, without hard rubbing.
Permitted preservatives
No propylparaben or butylparaben in leave-on products for the diaper area of children under 3; the preservative system is challenge-tested on the final formula.
Fragrance-free, color-free
A sensitive, covered skin area — potential allergens are kept to a minimum.
Three formulation directions
Three common diaper cream lines
Zinc cream for every change
Moderate zinc oxide, a soft cream that spreads easily; the daily-use line.
Concentrated zinc cream
Higher zinc oxide in a petrolatum and lanolin base; a thicker film for overnight.
Zinc-free cream
Panthenol, lanolin, dimethicone — a clear or lightly white cream that leaves no white cast.
Packaging is designed together with the formula
Tubes to limit contamination; jars only for anhydrous balms with a robust preservative system.
Parameters we monitor
What our R&D lab measures on every sample
Below are the parameters Butter-C monitors during formula development and scale-up to production. Specific limits are agreed with you on the approved sample and then written into the product's in-house specification.
- Zinc oxide content
- Assayed in the finished product against the formula.
- Emulsion stability
- Freeze–thaw cycling and centrifugation; no oil separation, no powder settling.
- Consistency and spreadability
- Consistency measured; spreadability assessed on skin.
- Microbiology
- Tested at a GLP / ISO 17025-accredited laboratory, to the criteria for children's products.
- Preservative efficacy
- Preservative efficacy (challenge) test on the final formula.
- Heavy metals
- Tested in the zinc oxide raw material and the finished product.
- Packaging compatibility
- Monitored for tube, cap and leakage after aging.
Claims
Writing claims within the cosmetic scope
With diaper creams, the line between cosmetics and medical products is very close. Butter-C reviews the wording on the label and marketing materials while preparing the notification dossier.
Forms a protective film that shields skin in the diaper area from moisture
Instead of: treats diaper rash.
Helps soothe skin in the diaper area
Instead of: treats redness, treats diaper dermatitis.
Keeps skin moisturized and reduces friction
Instead of: heals sores, treats fungal infections.
Fragrance-free, paraben-free
State only to reflect the actual ingredients.
Directions
Clean and dry the skin before applying a thin layer at every diaper change.
Warnings
For external use only; if unusual skin symptoms persist, stop use and seek professional advice.
Manufacturing specifications
Available capabilities
- Format
- Thick white cream, soft cream, anhydrous balm.
- Packaging format
- Tubes; small jars for anhydrous balms. Net weight agreed when selecting packaging.
- Minimum order quantity
- Agreed per order.
- Testing
- Performed at a GLP / ISO 17025-accredited laboratory; a certificate of analysis is supplied with each batch.
- Documentation
- Product Information File (PIF) with a children's safety assessment and cosmetic product notification dossier prepared by Butter-C.
- Packaging
- Label design, printing and packing run in parallel with formula development.
Suggested product concept
Zinc diaper cream with panthenol and calendula
A product concept to help you picture the possibilities, not a ready-made product for sale. The actual formula is developed to your brand positioning and price range.
Non-nano zinc oxide
A covering film over skin in the diaper area.
Panthenol and calendula
Moisturize and soothe skin.
Soft, easy-to-spread cream
Quick to apply at every change, easy to wipe off.
50 g tube, fragrance-free
The label clearly states directions and the scope of claims.
Customization options
What you can specify
The same product type can target very different customers depending on the brand. Tell us your requirements in the areas below, and our team of pharmacists will develop a matching formula.
With or without zinc
A white covering cream or a clear cream with no white cast.
Zinc level
Daily-use line or concentrated line.
Base
With petrolatum or mineral oil-free; with lanolin or vegan.
Featured ingredients
Panthenol, calendula, chamomile, oat, shea butter.
Scent
Fragrance-free (recommended).
Packaging
Tubes, small jars, newborn gift sets.
Further reading
Related topics
Baby moisturizer manufacturing
Full-body moisturizing for baby skin.
Baby hair and body wash manufacturing
Gentle cleansing before applying the cream.
Cosmetic PIF dossiers
Dedicated safety assessment for children's products (in Vietnamese).
Cosmetic labeling rules
Warnings and how to state claims on the label (in Vietnamese).
How we work
From idea to finished batch
Eight steps and three milestones signed off by both sides: approved sample, notification number, finished batch. Step-by-step details (in Vietnamese) →
Get started
Tell us about the product you plan to launch
Send us your product direction and expected volume. Our team will get back to you during business hours (Vietnam time, GMT+7).
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