Best E45 Products
E45 on Reddit, in one place — 2 mentions across 1 product, from r/SkincareAddiction and more
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Recommendations
Reddit’s top pick from E45
E45 Itch Relief Cream (Lauromacrogols 3.0% / Urea 5.0%)
See alternativesLauromacrogols 3% and urea 5% calm itchy eczema; can sting inflamed skin.
Community take
E45 is known for its straightforward, pharmacy-style formulations targeting sensitive and irritated skin, particularly dryness and itchiness. The community appreciates its focus on effective, no-frills relief at an accessible price point but finds some products, like the Itch Relief Cream, occasionally underwhelming or not sufficiently potent for more severe irritation.
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Pros
- Affordable and easily accessible
- Formulated for sensitive and dry skin
- Effective for mild itching and dryness
Watch out for
- May not be strong enough for severe itch or irritation
- Mixed results reported in effectiveness
Real Reddit threads about E45
“I had a similar problem but in my ears, I tried E45 itch cream and then if that doesn’t work move up to a low dose steroid (just an over the counter will work).”
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“I tried e45 itch relief cream but this just burns my skin!”
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“E45 I found was what was causing my eczema, as I'm allergic to lanolin”
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“E45 itch relief cream worked well for me.”
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