Best Nipple Cream: 12 Brands For Breastfeeding

1. Milkies Nipple Nurture Balm

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Milkies Nipple Balm is an all-natural way to soothe sore, and cracked nipples. It’s lanolin-free and 100% organic. Marshmallow root and shea butter are just two of the natural ingredients used in this ointment, and they are both known for their abilities to heal severely damaged skin.  

It’s safe for babies and can help eliminate the pain that is often associated with breastfeeding.  It’s not greasy, and it works on other parts of the body too. It comes in a plastic jar and does have a strong fragrance that many people have found unpleasant. It can also be slightly runnier than other balms.

2. Tender Care Lanolin

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This nipple creams that many hospitals use and even send home with new breastfeeding mothers. It’s a moisturizing lotion, and it can help heal sore and cracked nipples. It’s safe for babies to ingest and it starts working quickly.  

The ingredients are all-natural, and the tub is small, so it’s perfect for busy moms on the go. The only downside to this nipple cream is that it is lanolin-based so it can stain bras and other clothing.

3. Honest Organic Nipple Balm

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The Honest Company is a big name in baby care, and their products are all natural and safe. Their organic nipple balm is no different. It’s certified hypoallergenic, vegetarian, and organic. It contains various oils that soften and soothe the skin, so it doesn’t feel chapped or sore.  

It doesn’t contain lanolin or any artificial fragrances or ingredients. It’s easy to apply and comes in a convenient travel-sized tube that allows moms to take it with them wherever they go. Some moms have complained that it rubbed off on their clothing and stained it. It is considered the best nipple cream on the market by many moms who use it.

4. Certified Organic Paw Paw & Honey Balm

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When it comes to choosing a nipple cream, moms know there’s no such thing as being too picky. The wrong cream can make the skin crack worse, or interfere with a baby’s ability to latch and nurse. Most moms are looking for something organic, which is precisely what this Paw Paw and Honey Balm are all about.

It’s certified organic, and while it is marketed as a nipple cream, it also makes a great lip balm or body lotion. It’s gluten-free and doesn’t contain any allergens.  It even works to treat eczema without worsening the condition. It’s not greasy, and the tube is small enough to fit in a diaper bag or purse easily.

5. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Nursing Butter

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Palmer’s is a well-known name in skincare so it makes sense that they would make a nipple cream for nursing moms. The main ingredient in this cream is cocoa butter which helps turn dry, cracked skin into smooth and silky skin. It also smells nice. It’s lanolin-free and effective. It also lasts a long time, so you don’t have to reapply every couple of hours. It’s affordable too. The only issue with this cream is that the cap pops open and breaks easily. If it falls to the bottom of a diaper bag and something heavy is placed on it, the cap may pop open or break, causing a mess.

6.Bamboobies Organic Lanolin-Free Nursing Balm Nipple Cream

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This balm is perfect for moms who are concerned about what their babies are ingesting. It is certified kosher, and every single ingredient has been approved by the FDA. It comes out silky smooth and goes on quickly. It provides complete coverage and doesn’t feel greasy or heavy. It is made with wheat germ, so moms that are concerned about gluten don’t have to worry about their baby ingesting it. It’s affordable and portable too.

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7. Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream

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This nipple cream is pure and only has one ingredient, lanolin. Lanolin is hypoallergenic and all natural. It can soothe sore, chapped skin, and provide a moisture barrier that prevents the skin from becoming damaged. It’s also safe for babies to ingest. Many lactation consultants and doctors recommend this cream. It applies smoothly and stays on all day, so there’s no need to reapply it. It’s completely odorless and provides a lot of moisture.

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8. Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy Skin Protectant

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You may already use Aquaphor diaper rash cream, but it’s also great for sore, dry, cracked nipples. It’s an affordable option and the fact that it is so versatile means you actually get several products in one. The only problem with this nipple cream is that moms need to wash it off before the baby can nurse.  

It is not organic and is more like an actual body lotion than a natural nipple cream. Still, it can heal skin quickly, and if you are in a lot of discomforts, it may be worth the hassle of removing it before each feeding. It does feel a little greasy,  but it stays in place and lasts a long time.

9. Motherlove Nipple Cream

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This cream is 100% natural and safe for babies in ingest; that means there is no need to wash it off before the baby nurses. There are no toxins or chemicals, and it comes in a BPA-free glass jar.  It does smell like olive oil, and it doesn’t do so well at penetrating deep cracks and cuts. It does soothe the skin and help add moisture to dry nipples.

It’s full of natural herbs that can help heal skin quickly and is affordable.  If you plan on buying this cream, be careful how you store it. Many moms like the idea of a glass bottle for home use, but dislike that they can’t toss it in the diaper bag. If the bottle breaks, the product can leak out and cause a mess.

10. Earth Mama Angel Baby Natural Nipple Butter

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This brand is well known for making natural baby products. This soft and luscious nipple cream can soothe even the driest of nipples. It can help heal deep cracks and cuts and provides an excellent moisture barrier to prevent the nipples from drying out any further.

It’s also safe for babies to ingest, so there is no need to worry about washing it off before you feed your baby. It is entirely organic and starts working quickly.

11. Bella B Nipple Nurture Butter

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Bella B Nipple Nurture Butter is a plant-based cream, so it’s perfect for someone who doesn’t like lanolin or has an allergy to it. It’s safe for baby too because it contains edible ingredients. Some of the main components include cocoa, avocado oil, shea, and mango.

It’s all natural, so you don’t have to worry about cleaning it off before you breastfeed. There is no unpleasant scent, and it has a long shelf life.  Some women did complain that it is very thick and even chunky and takes a while to melt and apply.

12. Honest Organic Nipple Balm

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This nipple balm is billed as organic and cruelty-free. It comes in a 1.8-ounce jar and is made from food-grade ingredients, such as sunflower, coconut, olive, tamanu and calendula oils. It doesn’t have to be washed off before a feed.

The balm also contains food-grade beeswax, shea, and aloe vera. This lotion is a little runnier than the other options out there, but rest assured it won’t feel like you’re spreading a glob of Crisco on your nipples. Because this product comes in a jar, you need to make sure the lid is screwed on firmly, so it doesn’t leak out in your diaper bag.