Key ingredients
4.5/5
See label is the main active in this intertrigo cream.
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Maximum Strength Diaper Rash Paste
$7.97
With 40% zinc oxide, Desitin delivers twice the concentration of most options here. It claims to stay in place for up to 12 hours and is dermatologist-tested. If you have dealt with persistent irritation that lighter formulas cannot keep up with, the extra zinc may finally give your skin a chance to heal.
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The Edyt Score
4.5 / 5.0
Targets
4.2/5
This intertrigo cream is a 40% zinc.
Formula standards
4.5/5
The intertrigo cream is dermatologist-tested and hypoallergenic.
The verdict
With 40% zinc oxide, Desitin delivers twice the concentration of most options here.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (Calmoseptine, CareAll, Medline Remedy, Welmedix, Triple Paste, and Globe Pharmacy). Compare best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Stubborn rashes needing strong coverage | Raw, itchy skin folds | Sensitive skin on a budget | Prolonged wetness and bedridden skin | Aging skin prone to breakdown | Serious rashes on sensitive skin | Fungal infections in skin folds |
| Key actives | See label | See label | See label | See label | See label | See label | See label |
| Texture | Cream | Cream | Cream | Cream | Cream | Cream | Cream |
| Skin fit | - | - | Sensitive | - | - | Sensitive | - |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Notes | 40% zinc · 4.8 oz | Menthol cooling · Jar format | Fragrance free · 2 oz | Hospital proven · Unscented | Adult formula · Extra thick | Oat extract · Beeswax | 1% clotrimazole · 1 oz |
| $ / size | $7.97 | $8.79 | $4.24 | $7.67 | $13.95 | $9.97 | $4.85 |
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FAQ
Who is Maximum Strength Diaper Rash Paste best for?
With 40% zinc oxide, Desitin delivers twice the concentration of most options here. It claims to stay in place for up to 12 hours and is dermatologist-tested. If you have dealt with persistent irritation that lighter formulas cannot keep up with, the extra zinc may finally give your skin a chance to heal.
How did Edyt Beauty score this intertrigo cream?
Edyt Beauty rates Maximum Strength Diaper Rash Paste 4.55 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks Maximum Strength Diaper Rash Paste against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from Calmoseptine, CareAll, Medline Remedy, Welmedix, Triple Paste, and Globe Pharmacy. For more from the same brand, see More from Desitin below.
Where can I buy it?
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