Moisturizer

Moisturizers, sometimes referred to as emollients, should be used regularly to help keep skin moist and flexible. You can help your skin look and feel better by getting into the habit of applying moisturizers after you wash or whenever you feel that your skin needs it. Your doctor or pharmacist can recommend a moisturizer for eczema-prone skin.  It is important to always test the emollient on a small patch of skin to ensure it will not irritate you.

For the most part, moisturizers are an oil and water combination designed specifically for your skin. Creams tend to be primarily made of water, to which oil has been added and lotions are watery creams. Ointments are different from creams and lotions because they are generally made of oil alone. Creams and ointments should be applied as often as needed. Lotions tend to be the least helpful, as they usually contain perfumes, alcohol, or preservatives that can irritate skin.

Creams vs. lotions vs. ointments

  • Emollients = moisturizers
  • Creams = water + oil
  • Lotions = watery creams that can contain skin irritants
  • Ointments = oil

 

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