There is always a question as to what diaper rash creams are safe with cloth diapers so here is a great link I found that all cd'ers should have on hand. It's from Pinstripes and Polkadots which is a great online cloth diaper resource!
I use CJ's BUTTer and have had pretty good success. I think it's best used for preventing rash rather than curing it once your little one (lo) gets a bad rash but of course it's better than nothing! I also use coconut oil which works really well - you can usually find this in the organic section of your grocery store.
I think I might buy some of this to try too - Angel Baby Bottom Balm - sounds pretty good!
And don't forget - even if you don't use cloth diapers, you could still use these creams as they are a more natural product to put on your little one's tushy. =)
Why can't you use any old diaper cream with cloth diapers? Diaper creams like Desitin or A+D will cause repelling issues with your diapers because of the ingredients in them. They are made to create a thick barrier on baby's bottom which then transfers to your diapers and causes repelling. If this happens, you have to 'strip' your diapers which isn't the most fun process in the world...although not terrible if it does! My mom actually just got some Resinol on one of my diapers and it's currently soaking in hot water and blue dawn to 'strip' it out.
If you feel that you do need to use a cream like A+D or Desitin, you can use a liner in your diaper so that the cream doesn't get on your diaper. Just be sure that you wash the liner separate from your diapers and don't throw it in the wet bag with them either because the cream could transfer during washing. Also be sure not to wash cloth wipes that you use to wipe the cream off with your diapers either.
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