Best Ointments for Eczema
Ranked by 334 mentions across Reddit
Reddit’s top ointments for Eczema
The why
Seals in moisture with a pure, simple occlusive gel to protect and soothe severely dry, inflamed eczema skin.
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Community take
For eczema, Redditors frequently recommend ointments like Aquaphor Healing Ointment and Cerave Healing Ointment to soothe and moisturize affected areas. These ointments are praised for their ability to quickly improve dryness and irritation when used consistently.
What works
- Ointments like Aquaphor effectively soothe and moisturize eczema-prone skin.
- Layering ointment over moisturizers enhances healing and moisture retention.
- Ointments rarely irritate sensitive areas like eyelids and under eyes.
Watch out for
- Ointments can be easily removed by drooling or rubbing, reducing efficacy.
- Severe eczema may require topical steroids beyond ointment use.
- Some users find Vaseline less effective compared to specialized ointments.
The why
Occlusive hyaluronic acid ointment that locks in moisture and accelerates healing of eczema flare-ups, especially around sensitive eyes.
The why
Ceramide-rich, occlusive ointment locks in moisture to relieve and heal painful, inflamed eczema flare-ups and plaques.
The why
Emollient ointment that intensely rehydrates dry, cracked eczema skin for itch relief to prevent scratching damage.