dermatitus

[leefaz]

hi everyone.ive got dermatitus on mybface which is really annoying, does anyone know of any over the counter creams I could use to ease it.ive tried e45 and all them but nothim is helping, its just till I can get to see my doctor/dermatologist. thanks.lee.xx

[lovesradio]

hi leefaz I generally use 1% hydrocortisone (which can be bought over the counter in UK) very lightly once a day for weird small patches that appear on my face e.g just above between my eyes, just below one side of nose, no relation to anything else as far as I can see! This clears it up for a wee while then the same patches reappear. I also use a good quality hypoallergenic moisturiser morning and night, apply hc about half an hour after morning moisturiser. Hope this helps xx

[leefaz in reply to lovesradio]

hi lovesradio.thankyou for replying.whats the hc called hun? xxx

[lovesradio in reply to leefaz]

See reply from Shell below xx

[gran60662]

Doublebase Gel. You can get it from chemists or on prescription. It will not cure this condition but should ease it until you appointment with the dermatologist

[lovesradio in reply to gran60662]

I use doublebase gel on repeat prescription from GP. Have 500g pump dispenser but also get 100g tubes as they are really useful for going on holiday /gym/swimming type activities

[Shell567]

Hi leefaz,

I find the Cetaphil skin care range to be helpful in the treatment of eczema/dermatitis. Buy @ boots.com/webapp/wcs/stores...

Like lovesradio, I sometimes use 1% hydrocortisone cream (a mild steroid cream). Brands include Hc45 or standard/chemist own brand, e.g. Boots Derma Care Hydrocortisone 1% cream.

N.B. You do have to be careful about using steroid creams on the face over the longer term, as it can cause problems such as thinning skin and permanent redness.

Shell.

[leefaz in reply to Shell567]

thanks guys xx