We have been using regular lotion and healing ointment (Target brand) for LO's dry skin. She has such dry skin that she will scratch so much it will bleed. I think I need something else to try besides the regular lotion and the healing ointment. The ointment works well for a little bit but then I'd have to keep applying it over and over to keep up. Is there anything better I could try, or should I just keep applying it multiple times a day?
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No advice on specific brands, but I have read that for really dry skin, cream is better than lotion, as lotion contains a lot of water, while cream actually provides a barrier on the skin to keep moisture from escaping.
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Cetaphil cream in the tub
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@hilsy85: Ok, I was using a combo of lotion and then the healing ointment so should I look for something like a cream instead and not do either of the other ones?
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hm well I don't know what the healing ointment is...is that for where she's scratched herself? I would definitely try a cream though!
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Our son just started getting dry skin patches on the backs of his arms. We've been putting Nivea creme on them right after a bath and it's mostly subsided. We also used some Triple Paste eczema cream (because DH bought it thinking it was diaper rash ointment).
I read that regular lotion doesn't work as well to clear up dry skin and using a thicker cream works better. If it doesn't go away, maybe get an appointment at the doctor to see if it needs a prescription?
ETA: pretty much everyone who makes a lotion, makes a cream/creme as well!
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@Bao: does she have allergies?
My nephew's skin is like that because of allergies. Anyway he uses Aquaphor at outbreaks.I've been using cerave cream based off other bees suggestion for Los mild eczema. So far I'm really liking it. It's very thick but not oily or as thick as Aquaphor.
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cetaphil or cerave!
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Also just want to add that cetaphil and cerave are pretty much universally loved by all dermatologists that I have seen, both for myself and for LO
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@hilsy85: Well her doctor suggested it for her eczema a while back, I think it's something comparable to Aquaphor? I will look for a cream!
@autumnlove: ok good, thanks for a suggestion so I don't stand there all day wondering what the heck to buy!
@JoyfulKiwi: She has a well child check appointment Tuesday I will for sure bring it up again, thanks. -
@locavore_mama: I think that's what I'm not liking about this ointment we have, it is SO thick I can barely squeeze it out of the tube. Hmm I assumed it was dry skin didn't occur it could be an allergy. It comes in a lot on her cheeks and the past few days I noticed on the back of her neck and then the back of her thigh she had really scratched herself up from itching.
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@Bao: yes, my nephews is mainly around his neck and leg areas too. It gets really red and slightly bumpy and very dry. He will itch till it bleeds. His dermatologist said it is really important for him to to stay very hydrated.
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@locavore_mama: What is he allergic to? Is there a way to tell the difference between just dry winter skin and an allergy?
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LO has eczema, and we use vanicream twice a day as suggested by our allergist. If she scratches to the point of bleeding, watch out for infections. My LO does that with his ankles and we use a prescription antibacterial cream to heal those areas.
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@yin: As long as I keep up on the ointment the scratching is limited but I am for sure bringing it up to her doctor on Tuesday!
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@Bao: I'm not sure? But his is definitely all year round. And as weird as it sounds it flares up after eating fried foods and if he's not hydrated. I'll have to ask my brother what specifically he's allergic to.
I'll Def bring up to the ped and maybe even ask for a dermatologist reco? -
We use pure Shea butter. Lotions don't really work for her dry skin.
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@locavore_mama: I am def going to ask her doctor because I don't want to just assume it's dry skin and even if it is and she needs something a little more, he can help me out!
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@Bao: My LO is also allergic to cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, and dust mites. Any of those can affect his eczema unfortunately. If he does eat something with one of his allergies, it stays in his system for about 2 weeks and affects his eczema spots. His skin gets worse in the winter due to the dry air.
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@yin: wow I never even thought that could be the reason, I feel bad now! Her diet hasn't seemed to change too much the past few weeks...I'm trying to think if there is something that it could be...
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Cetaphil! It makes DDs skin soooooo soft
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Cetaphil cream is amazing.
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Looks like I am going to be looking for Cetaphil tomorrow at the store! Thanks guys
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Cerave! I use it on LO. I get the kind in the tub (rather than the pump). It's thicker/creamier and definitely not greasy.
I struggled finding it, but CVS and Target both sell it but its with the facial products (not lotion, which is where I kept looking).
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@MamaG: I was going to say I've never even heard of that so I wonder how hard it would be for me to find. I will check if the store I'm going to tomorrow has that at all.
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I buy the target brand aveeno lotion, it's with the regular lotion. Then, on the bad areas use aquaphor (I get the tub of it). Aquaphor makes such a difference in my LO after even just one day.
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Vaseline is the only thing that worked for us to stop the scratching. I use shea moisture brand bar and shampoo in the bath/shower, then she gets slathered in vaseline. It grosses me out, but it works! They make a baby one with a powdered one if the smell is too much for you.
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LO has ezcema and our Ped recommended Hydrolatum. It's basically whipped Vaseline and it works great! We put in on once at night before bed and it's been amazing!
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I like Eucerin Calming Creme.
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Both of my boys had eczema due to allergies when they were babies and their allergist recommended Aquaphor right after a bath. Literally as soon as you dry them put it on while their skin is still moist to help absorb it faster. That has worked the best in terms of dry skin. My boys are almost 2 and almost 5 and rarely have itchy skin; and their skin feels so soft too throughout the day. Vaseline works just as well but Aquaphor is thicker which I liked much better. My boys usually shower then go to bed so most of it won't smear all over our things.
I use it on my hands and lip right before I go to bed every night and it's been helpful for me too.
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DD has eczema, and she gets dry patches that can break skin if we don't moisturizer. Dr recommended that we use a daily thick cream, such as Eucerin or Aquafor but if skin is broken then we need to use a prescribed antibacterial lotion to heal that area. Do not use a common lotion because dr said its useless since it's so runny
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@Bao: Btw, I forgot to mention about this lotion (Vanicream), also recommended by my kids' allergist. It's more lotion like and great for eczema as well.
I use it on my hands and lip right before I go to bed every night and it's been helpful for me too.
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