Formulated to be gentle enough for babies, metanium everyday barrier ointment can be used during every nappy change to help prevent irritating nappy rash, as well as helping to moisturise the skin. It works by forming a gently protective barrier on baby"s skin, which effectively stops external irritants from causing the rash. It will also help to keep your child"s skin soft and smooth, as it helps to prevent dryness by locking in natural moisture. It"s gentle enough to use every day as part of baby"s skincare routine, and is suitable for most infant skin types, because it contains no potentially irritating fragrances, colours or lanolin.