Cotton clothing is recommended. Exposed stitching can also cause irritation. As some patients' itching is relieved by bathing, and some worsened, the frequency of bathing is up to the individual. Emulsified oil or oatmeal colloid can be added to bath water. Some patients find something that works for a while, then have switch when it stops working.
Creams are often beneficial, with ointments better for thicker skin.
Skin care should be done 2-4 times a day, including before bedtime, and after exercising and showering. Apply emollients to the entire skin surface when still wet after bathing to keep the skin moist. Read labels carefully. Pat or slap the skin gently if itchy. Do not scratch, as it destroys the skin and worsens the eczema.