Emollients help to soften hard skin, ease itch, and can make other treatments more effective.
If you are using another treatment, apply the moisturiser first, allow it to dry for 30 minutes and then apply the other treatment.
There are many moisturisers to choose from - the best one is the one that you like. Regardless of what treatment you are using, it is essential that you keep your skin well moisturised by using liberal amounts of moisturiser regularly, even when your skin is in good condition. This is an essential part of the management of eczema.
CAUTION: When moisturisers dry on dressings, clothing, bedlinen or hair they can catch fire very easily if they come into contact with a naked flame. It is essential that extra care is taken around naked flames (e.g. candles, cigarettes) when using skin care or hair care products. It is advisable to wash clothing and bed linen regularly if it has been in contact with moisturisers.
Please note the moisturisers are not fire hazards when in their containers - it is only when they have dried out on these materials.