Most people with asteatotic eczema do not need to cover the rash, but if the itching is intense and the person is scratching it, the NEA recommends wet wrap therapy. This can be particularly helpful if the itch interrupts the person’s sleep or they scratch more at night. People can wet wrap their legs at home.
After applying topical medication and moisturizer, the person wraps the affected area with damp, white cotton gauze. They then cover this with a soft, dry layer before putting on pajamas.
The NEA says the wrapping can stay in place overnight, but people need to ensure it does not dry out.