Diaper changes are messy enough. Baby skincare shouldn’t add to the stress.

For Taiwanese baby and mom skincare brand Nootkaherb, innovation didn’t start in a lab. It began with a question: Why has this category remained largely unchanged for decades, even though parents’ needs have clearly evolved? In humid climates like Malaysia, traditional diaper creams often mean stickiness, discomfort, and skin that simply can’t breathe. Now, that question has made history.

At the recent Parenthood’s Antenatal BootCamp held at Sunway Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Nootkaherb was officially recognised as the First Nappy Protection Spray for Babies in Malaysia for introducing the Nootkaherb Baby Diaper Barrier Spray, an innovative, touch-free solution designed as a modern alternative to traditional creams for infants’ diapering needs. A national first that isn’t about flashy claims, but about making everyday parenting a little easier, cleaner, and calmer. Because when a product lets parents worry less and sleep more, that’s innovation that truly matters.

The record was accepted by Kai-Lin Karen Chien, CEO of Nootkaherb, from the Founder of Parenthood Records herself, Ms Teresa Chin.

Nootkaherb: Innovation Driven by Climate and Care

Founded in Taiwan in 2020 by AurosBio, a health-tech startup, Nootkaherb is inspired by nature and committed to providing gentle, plant-based, and sustainable care for mothers and infants. The company’s focus on the humid climate led to the creation of its award-winning Nootkaherb Baby Diaper Barrier Spray, a hassle-free solution for everyday protection.

CEO, Kai-Lin Karen Chien, shared that the inspiration came from observing parents struggling with diaper rash in humid conditions after a visit to a postpartum care centre years ago. Walking past the nursery, she noticed several babies lying with their bottoms exposed. When she asked why, the nurses gave a surprisingly simple answer. Airflow and dryness are the best ways to prevent diaper rash. That moment stuck.

“If professional nurses rely on ventilation as the best prevention, why are we still using thick creams that block airflow? We realised that applying our background in Advanced Biotech Solutions allowed us to solve these small, stressful daily pain points. And this record validates our commitment to safety and innovation.” – Kai-Lin Karen Chien, CEO of Nootkaherb

The innovation on Nootkaherb Baby Diaper Barrier Spray addresses a core problem with traditional creams: their tendency to block airflow in humid environments. The company’s breakthrough involved adapting liquid protective membrane technology, often used in hospitals for elderly bedsore care, into a baby product.

Touch-Free, Worry-Free Protection

The Nootkaherb Baby Diaper Barrier Spray is specifically designed for a hands-free, touch-free application to eliminate friction, mess, and the potential for contamination. It forms a waterproof, breathable barrier instantly against irritants like urine and faeces, keeping the baby’s skin dry and comfortably ventilated.

Key features of the Nootkaherb Baby Diaper Barrier Spray include:

• Advanced Barrier Technology: Uses a Patented Silicone-Based Ingredient (Medical-Grade Barrier Film) to form a stable, protective film that keeps the skin dry.
• Soothing & Safe Ingredients: Includes Cedar Nokka Food-Grade Safe Ingredient (a powerful antioxidant) and Chamomile to quickly soothe sensitive areas.
• Clean Formula: Contains 0% Zinc Oxide to prevent clogged pores and is guaranteed free from medicinal properties, fragrance, Estrogen, and Steroids.
• Parent Benefit: Delivers a simpler, mess-free solution, fulfilling the mission: “Let technology do a little more, so parents can sleep a little more.”

“We are proud to recognise Nootkaherb for bringing true innovation to the Malaysian baby care market. By offering a convenient, effective, and clean spray format, they are setting a new standard for how parents approach nappy care.” – Teresa Chin, Founder of Parenthood Records.

Nootkaherb’s philosophy is to replace harsh chemicals with gentle, botanical extracts, staying true to ecological sustainability while ensuring the formulas are “as pure and protective as a mother bear’s love.” They plan to bring Taiwan’s Food-Grade Safety Standard, a new regional benchmark for baby care, directly to Malaysian homes.