10 Best Baby Teething Gels Reviewed & Rated in 2024

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Weleda is a company practicing under the NATRUE seal. NATRUE is a certification bestowed by the International Natural and Organic Cosmetics Association that guarantees a company’s practices and ingredients are both natural and high-quality, produced in ways that are sustainable and environmentally-friendly.

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This organic alternative to topical medicines uses natural, herbal ingredients to bring children relief from pain and to keep baby’s mouth nice and clean while their new teeth develop.

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It’s all natural, but still provides some relief. Mainly, its function is to clean, and it can be used as a great transitional toothpaste. It’s not just for babies, either--plenty of adults like it, and children 2-5 years old still seem attached to this brand.

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Recommended for use on babies two months and up, the fast-acting formula works hard to comfort and soothe babies within minutes. This formula is made of natural ingredients and is safe to use as needed. Help restore peace and tranquility, for happy babies and a happy household.

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Hot and cold methods are some of the most recommended and effective in relieving inflammation and swelling. Exposure to these extreme temperatures can offer soothing benefits to aches and pains. The cold sensation provided by this gel is meant to reduce swelling by reducing blood flow to the inflamed gums. In addition to relieving swelling, drawing the blood away from this area can temporarily reduce nerve activity and lower your baby’s level of pain. For an extra boost of cooling relief, you can put this gel in the refrigerator between uses. This formula is both fast acting safe to be applied as needed.

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Coming across a company that we wholeheartedly trust is quite a feat these days and our babies’ needs are no exception. In fact, we may even be more apprehensive when it comes to the needs of our littles. This natural teething gel is made without dyes and preservatives to give you a natural product to best suit your baby’s needs. Designed to be a fast acting formula, this gel is meant to provide relief in minutes. There is a one hundred percent money back guarantee so rest assured you can easily address your concerns.

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This teething relief gel is made with ingredients such as sunflower oil, chamomile, and clove. The combination of these extracts provides baby with a calming product that is meant to provide baby with a soothing effect and helps to ease the pain.

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The formula inside this BPA free bottle is produced by a team of experts who have wholesome motivation behind their products. The mom’s at this company have paired with several experts in their field to create a well balanced homeopathic formula. The formula includes naturally extracted chamomile, clove and peppermint oils. They have been measured and studied to ensure the perfect ratio, providing yours with safe teething pain relief.

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This gel is produced by a team of moms and scientists who worked together to bring your baby safe and effective pain relief to help ease your baby’s frustrations and aid in getting a better night’s sleep. The scientists who formulated this product are experts in chemical combinations and safety. Meanwhile the mom’s in charge are experienced in the do’s and don’ts of parenting. You can rest easy knowing this formula is made by people who have personally experienced the benefits and downfall of these ingredients to find a balance that is just right for baby.

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The company started in France and has become an international solution to worry-free pain relief. Peace of mind comes from knowing your baby is happy and healthy and with a product like this, you can rest easy knowing you are giving your baby a highly effective product that is made without preservatives and harsh drugs like benzocaine.

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Teething can be a painful and disruptive milestone and as parents, we want nothing more than to ease our babies’ pain. While methods and home remedies used by our parents and grandparents were effective, there was little known about their damaging effects. Baby’s are easily over-stimulated and have a sensitivity to extreme sensations so we are always looking for products that are simplistic and natural. This gel is made free of dyes, fragrances, and flavors, so you can be sure you are giving your baby a natural and effective method to teething relief. This gel won’t cause any taste, smell or sensation that may cause baby any extra discomfort.

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Maybe you’ve woken up with pins and needles in your arm from sleeping on it for too long or maybe you’ve been to the dentist to have a cavity filled. Even if you have not, chances are good that you’ve felt that sensation at least once before. We all well know how uncomfortable and off-putting that sensation can be, for babies who have never experienced that feeling it can be disruptive and even a little scary. Made without the numbing agent benzocaine, this gel is effective in relieving pain without disruption to the throat and gag reflex that can come with that unpleasant sensation.

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This teething oil is in no way a departure from that mission: with no benzocaine and no belladonna, the formula is entirely drug free. It’s also free of chemical preservatives, dyes, aritificial colors and flavors, parabens, gluten, dairy, soy, and alcohol. It is Vegan and Kosh certified and comes in a little glass bottle so there is no contact with any plastics that might be carrying chemicals. Manufactured in the USA, this certified USDA organic, and manufactured in a way that is more ecologically friendly than many of its competitors. You can feel good about buying Wellements because it is their mission to do and be good themselves.

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Made with clove oil and Vitamin E, this organic, all-natural tooth oil is safe for little ones age four months and over. It’s a very gentle formula and derived entirely of organic ingredients, making it a great pick, especially if you want to help soothe baby’s gums in a more natural fashion.

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There are a lot of natural remedies out there that have mixed reviews in terms of effectiveness. This oil, by most accounts, lives up to its promises and truly does help bring some relief to aching little gums.

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It’s fluoride-free, safe to swallow, and has no gluten or dairy. The pack includes a finger brush for parents trying to be gentle with newly developing little teeth that might not yet be ready for harsh bristles. Elmo’s smiling face eases little ones into a new routine involving dental and oral care. Sugar-free but slightly sweet, this is the perfect cleanser for children ages 3 to 24 months. With Orajel being named the #1 pharmacist-recommended tooth gel in 2017-2018, you know your child’s oral health is in good hands.

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This transitional toothpaste will help children start to develop healthy oral hygiene. It won’t provide relief from pain right away but should be used in conjunction with other topical herbal remedies to ensure clean, healthy teeth. Practicing good hygiene today means no pain tomorrow.

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It’s not a topical remedy, but baby’s hygiene is important at such an early age, and this gentle cleanser will ensure that there’s no trapped bacteria to cause problems or more pain as those little teeth come in.

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It can be difficult to get a smooth layer of gel inside your baby’s mouth when they’re fussing. Q-tips, toothbrushes, wriggly little worms--the whole thing can result in a mess. With all that squirming, you’ve got to be an expert marksman. These tablets are an easy, quick-dissolving solution made of natural remedies. Give them relief the fast and easy way with Nuby.

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Natural remedies can be hit and miss. The majority of parents who tried these out rave about them. Some users say these are the only product that properly calmed their babies when they were teething or just generally restless. But some families felt they saw little to no difference in their child’s demeanour when using these. If you’re a fan of chamomile, these are a great pick! They help to quiet babies herbally. But if you need a true numbing agent, you’ll want to look elsewhere.

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These are pretty moderate in terms of median price. The bottle contains 140 tablets, but a suggested serving size is usually 3-4 tablets. So it still has the potential to last you for some time, but you might want to buy a back up if you find Nuby’s tablets to be the right remedy for your little one, just so you always have them when you need them!

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These Oral Relief Tablets dissolve almost instantly to make pain relief fuss-free and fast. This formula is free of benzocaine and belladonna and contains herbal solutions with soothing properties such as arnica and chamomile. These tabs, as all Hyland's products, are produced in compliance with FDA standards for homeopathic pharmaceuticals, and all doses are nontoxic and inspected to ensure they meet the Code of Federal Regulations.

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These tablets are safe and reliable, and especially easy to administer. They dissolve quickly in baby’s mouth and begin working immediately to reduce pain and swelling.

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These no-fuss tabs come in a 125 count, so you’ll have a solid stock ready to go. They help reduce mild pain in an all-natural and safe way, and aren’t especially strong in flavor so children tend not to put up a fight about taking them.

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This Nuby All-Natural gel comes with a gently massaging silicone brush on a teething ring. Simply apply the ointment to the teether and let baby gnaw away.

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This organic alternative to topical medicines uses natural, herbal ingredients to bring children relief from pain and to keep baby’s mouth nice and clean while their new teeth develop.

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This organic alternative to topical medicines uses natural, herbal ingredients to bring children relief from pain and to keep baby’s mouth nice and clean while their new teeth develop.

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A homeopathic alternative to numbing agents, these tablets are free of parabens, belladonna, and benzocaine. Arnica and other natural ingredients help to soothe baby’s achy gums as well as relieve some of their sleeplessnesses. Restless babies mean restless parents and we know a good night’s sleep can do everyone in the family a world of good. Hylands products are all manufactured following FDA regulations. They’ve been a trusted brand since 1903 and pride themselves on products that are all entirely free of artificial flavors, dyes, and parabens.

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Not only do these tablets help relieve teething pain and soothe gums but they also help to gently lull baby to sleep and they do it all through completely natural ingredients. Help baby get a good night’s rest and feel better at the same time with Hyland’s Nighttime Tablets.

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These are easy to administer: just pop them in baby’s mouth! They don’t taste strong or unpleasant as some gels and oils do, and they also will help baby to get some well-deserved and much-needed rest.