what is the best cream to use for Eczema?

Answer 1

The ONLY thing that cleared my son's eczema was Ohio Valley's Wild'erb Salve. It's a really thick and solid almost...petroleum jelly. It smells wonderful and my son loves for me to put it on. The jumpy toddler whose always on the go sits still and smiles as I put it on his cheeks.

I've made it part of our nap time and bed time routines...he really loves it. Plus, he had the classic pimples in the middle of the rough patchs. Nothing would get rid of the pimples! And, the docs script only made his cheeks feel like sandpaper.

In one week the pimples are nearly gone. They are healing and by the weekend they look like they'll finally be gone. I only wish I had done this sooner!!

I tried all the creams - the petroleum jelly, eucrin etc. from the drug store. They would help the chaffing - momentarily. They never healed it. This salve heals the skin.

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Answer 2

The best perscription my son has ever used is Pro-Topic. All the others either broke him out worse or worked for a while and then stopped. Or they burned him and I would have to hold him down to put it on. (I usually ended up crying with him because it hurt him so bad and I felt so sorry for him.) He is 5 years old and has severe eczema. Pro-Topic is a cream that is applied daily, or every other day. It doesn't burn or irritate his skin and the results were immediate. He stopped itching and his skin started clearing up within a day. Lavender also soothes his skin--lavender baby wash, etc. Bath time is the most important time. It's best to only bathe every other day in lukewarm water and only stay in the tub for about 15 minutes since this is when your skin loses a ton of moisture. Use a plain non-perfumed soap--white Dove bar soap is the best. You want the kind of soap that leaves the film behind on your skin. After getting out of the tub, pat dry and put vaseline on the affected areas within 5-10 minutes. I use vaseline with lavender and chamomile. You can usually find it in the baby aisle. Also, ask your Dr about certain allergies--sometimes a certain food, clothing material, or plant can irritate your skin. (With my son it's mainly polyester and grass) Getting hot can also cause you to itch. (Micah can't play outside for long in the summer because he will scratch himself bloody) Another thing I learned is that the younger you are when you develop eczema the more likely you are to grow out of it. (Micah was born with it, as was my youngest sister, who also had a severe case. She's 18 now and only has it on her joints--elbows, knees, wrists.) Asthma is commonly associated with eczema. Different things work for different people, but these have worked wonders on my son. Good luck.

Answer 3

My little boy had eczema on his cheeks. I was not sure what method to use but I didn't want to make my boy go through any surgery treatments at this young age. Some suggested a plastic surgeon since it was in a very visible location but our family doctor recommend this natural guide.

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Answer 4

Our pedicatrician suggested using Cortisol, an over then counter hydrocortisone cream- works like a charm. I also like Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream for less sever rashes on my son's face.

Answer 5

Arbonne's Baby Care line is perfect for the sensitive skin, pure, safe, and beneficial. They have a body wash, lotion, body oil, etc. that are botanically-based and pH correct, dermatologist tested, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and formulated without nut oils. They're formulated with shea butter which is a unique botanical that soothes, moisturizes and protects skin. With its key components of vitamin A and E, all types of skin (including sensitive) can benefit from shea butter’s supreme, conditioning effects. Its non-toxic makeup and skin-tolerable trait make it ideal for use on sensitive skin. The products are formulated without chemicals, dyes, fragrances, mineral oil, alcohol, wax, acetone, etc. They also have a great intelligence conditioning oil and rejuvenating cream that can be used whenever you feel it's necessary to relieve the discomfort and itching. I recommend trying a product out first to ensure that it's beneficial before spending your money. I would be happy to send you a free sample if you would be open to giving it a try. Good luck.

Answer 6

My daughter has severe eczema and we use Dove. It's the only thing that helps, even better than the prescriptions. Dove wash and Dove lotion.

Answer 7

You can get Elidel at the drugstore. I use it on myself and a friend has used it for her baby, and it works great. Apply twice a day. However, you might want to try it first on a small area; o co-worker used it on herself and got an alergic reaction. But she is the only case I've heard.

Answer 8

You should try using Eucerin. Make sure you have enough moisture on your skin before applying it. It is very thick and works.

You can also try Cetaphil cream. I have extremely sensitive skin and this works for me in the winter.

Answer 9

My daughter's doctor just recommended Aquaphor or a hydrocortisone cream. Hydrocortisone worked for my daughter. There are also prescriptions for it if it's severe enough.

Just be consistent about putting it on. Just putting it on when it gets bad isn't going to help.

Answer 10

petroleum jelly like vaseline on the rough spots works really well and it's inexpensive. just a thin enough layer that it doesn't stain their clothes. put it on just after a bath and when they get dressed in the morning. this was advice from my pediatrician and it works