Best Eczema Creams and Lotions to Soothe Dry, Itchy Skin
The Best Eczema Creams and Lotions to Soothe Dry, Itchy Skin, According to Derms
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"Vaseline Intensive Care Body Lotion ($9) contains triple purified petrolatum, which forms a breathable seal over the surface of the skin. Its light lotion formula can be easily spread over large body surface areas without leaving skin feeling heavy or greasy," says New York-based dermatologist, Joshua Zeichner. This is a great option if you don't suffer from severe eczema but still want to maintain a good level of hydration and keep dry skin at bay.
Aveeno Baby Dermexa Goodnight Emollient Balm
Aveeno Baby Dermexa Goodnight Emollient Balm ($10), as it turns out, isn't just for babies. The balm contains ceramides and Aveeno's triple oat complex (which is made up of avenanthramides, oat oil and, colloidal oatmeal).
"This combination of ingredients has been proven to strengthen the skin's natural skin barrier function, lower excessive water loss from the skin, and thus successfully improve dry and irritated skin," said Stefanie Williams, dermatologist and medical director of Eudelo Dermatology, and spokesperson for Aveeno.
As the balm is slightly thicker in consistency to a regular cream, Dr. Williams recommends you use it before you hop into bed since it will last all through the night without repeat application. If you have a baby or child suffering from eczema, she says that it also provides a layer of protection lasting through bedtime, reducing irritation and assisting in restful sleep.
Cetraben Cream
To soothe any dry, irritated skin patches, dermatologist Juber Hafiji advises applying an emollient cream such as Cetraben Cream ($4) two to three times a day. "You should also maintain regular application even when you don't have a flare-up to help protect the skin and prevent flare-ups," he said.
Dr. Deo also listed Cetraben as a top choice, as it is a "medicated cream, containing a balance of compounds to replace lost skin oils, form a protective barrier on the skin surface, and attract moisture up from the deeper layers of the skin."
Diprobase Cream
Diprobase Cream ($7) is one of the products Ismat Nasirrudin, a dermatologist at Pulse Light Clinic, suggests patients use, as it is a heavy cream that really helps to heal dryer skins. If you suffer from sore skin due to water exposure, or you have raw skin from severe eczema, this cream can be applied prior to showering to protect and reduce further irritation to the skin.
Oilatum Cream
Oilatum Cream ($9) contains contains purified petroleum jelly, making it a great option for those with drier skin that gets very easily irritated, according to Dr. Ismat.
Vaseline Intensive Care Body Lotion
"Vaseline Intensive Care Body Lotion ($9) contains triple purified petrolatum, which forms a breathable seal over the surface of the skin. Its light lotion formula can be easily spread over large body surface areas without leaving skin feeling heavy or greasy," says New York-based dermatologist, Joshua Zeichner. This is a great option if you don't suffer from severe eczema but still want to maintain a good level of hydration and keep dry skin at bay.
Blistex MedPlus Repairing Lip Balm
It's possible to also suffer from eczema on the lips, which can develop for two reasons: "The skin can dry out excessively, or immune cells can cause inflammation resulting in redness and irritation," explained dermatologist Emma Wedgeworth. She recommends applying generous amounts of Blistex MedPlus Repairing Lip Balm ($9) to help to repair the lips and reduce dryness, and especially before bed for so that the cream can work overnight.
Kamedis Eczema Therapy Cream
"Kamedis Eczema Therapy Cream ($21) contains ceramides that fill in cracks and repair the outer skin layer, while hyaluronic acid pulls in hydration to the skin," making it a great option for eczema sufferers, said Dr. Zeichner.
