How To Choose the Best Eczema Product For Your Skin

As someone living with eczema, you know that your skin is extra sensitive and prone to dryness. Go to the store and you’ll find a laundry list of lotions, creams, etc. and you’ve probably tried a few of them. Some of them probably do didn’t do the trick or even made your symptoms worse. If you’ve ever gotten confused or frustrated trying to find the right product for treating your eczema, dermatologist John Anthony, MD breaks down how to find the perfect product for your skin. From creams and lotions to ointments and oils Dr. Anthony recommends sticking to bland, minimalist products with a short ingredient list when treating eczema, but before you consider all that, understanding the difference between the products that are available will help. Lotions are spreadable and sink into your skin the best. The downside, however, is that they are quickly absorbed, and don’t last as long as the other options. “They also have a bit higher risk of stinging raw skin,” Dr. Anthony warns. Creams have more oil and less water than lotion, and they’re a little thicker/heavier. Although they don’t sink in as quickly as lotion, you won’t need to apply them as often....