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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Every person has experienced skin irritation at least once in their life. This phenomenon has many causes – weather conditions, use of unsuitable or expired cosmetics and perfumes, household chemicals, clothing and footwear made of unsuitable materials, plants, food, stress and even water.
The skin surface becomes irritated in response to the invasion of foreign toxic elements. Inflamed areas of the skin cannot perform their protective function; they are open gates for infection.
Irritation manifests itself as redness, dryness, small cracks and even blisters may appear. During this period, the skin does not adequately react to external irritants - air temperature, ultraviolet rays, synthetic fabrics, touch. Therefore, with such manifestations, the normal condition of the skin must be restored.
In order for the skin to become clean again, stop itching and becoming cracked, firstly, it is advisable to think carefully, determine the cause of the irritation and eliminate contact with the irritant.
Secondly, do not self-medicate, but consult a dermatologist.
Thirdly, until the skin functions are restored, it is recommended to abstain from alcohol, sweet, fatty, smoked, spicy and exotic foods, include more vegetables in your diet, and try to be less nervous.
The skin regeneration process needs help. The easiest way to do this is with soothing creams made from natural ingredients. The skin in inflamed areas must be cleaned with hypoallergenic soft products. Alcohol-containing lotions and tonics must not be used.
Dosing and administration
Unless otherwise directed, anti-irritant creams, particularly baby creams, can be used several times a day as needed.
Baby cream
Delicate and sensitive to external influences, children's skin requires daily attention and proper care. For this purpose, children's cosmetics have been created, the most famous of which is baby cream. It is designed to protect the child's skin from adverse environmental influences.
Anti-inflammatory, softening and soothing functions are provided by the components of the baby cream.
Effective ingredients of the cream intended for children are, first of all, natural fats and oils that nourish the skin surface, supply it with vitamins, protect against moisture loss and inflammation, soften and soothe. Animal origin - mink and badger fat, shea butter. Vegetable oils - sesame, coconut, olive, wheat germ, peach kernel.
Baby skin cream usually contains medicinal herbs:
- chamomile and succession extracts soothe sensitive and irritated skin;
- extracts of calendula, lavender, celandine, sage, and coltsfoot give the cream anti-inflammatory properties;
- Nettle and thyme extracts are known in herbal medicine as antiseptics.
In addition, medicinal herbs also contain a high content of vitamins required by the baby’s skin.
Manufacturers of baby cream include zinc in its formula as a drying agent for prickly heat; panthenol and glycerin, which prevent overdrying of the skin; beeswax, which copes well with its microdamage.
Baby cream reduces the acid-base balance of the skin (this indicator is too high in children), and also prevents the skin from breathing too intensively, creating protection from adverse external influences in the form of a thin surface film. It is these properties of baby cream, useful for children's skin, that have a negative effect on the skin of an adult, which is denser, oxidized, and does not breathe as actively.
It makes sense to carefully read the ingredients on the packaging that make up the formula of the baby cream; its functions are determined by the first five ingredients.
There should be no sulfates among the components of baby cream; high-quality cosmetics use natural lecithin. The component that prevents spoilage of the cosmetic product should be potassium sorbate, which is produced from rowan berries.
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Cream Eared Nanny
From the first days of a child's life, his skin is exposed to the influence of the environment, it does not yet secrete the necessary amount of fats that protect it. A small child often has inflammatory phenomena: peeling, dry skin after taking a bath, prickly heat - reddish rashes in the heat, diaper rash.
A good assistant in caring for the condition of baby skin is the cream "Eared Nanny". After its use, the skin becomes soft and velvety, clean (without rashes and peeling), does not cause the baby to want to scratch it.
The cream "Eared Nanny" has a thin texture, is easily distributed over the skin, is well absorbed, creates a thin protective film on the baby's skin, and functions as a protective cream for exercise in bad weather.
The baby cream is packaged in a tube with a safety membrane, ensuring the contents remain sterile until first opening.
"Eared Nanny" is a hypoallergenic cream without dyes, alcohol and prohibited components.
The main active ingredients of the cream "Eared Nanny":
- alpha-bisabolol is a derivative of chamomile, has a calming, softening, antimicrobial effect, restores skin elasticity, protects against the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms;
- calendula flower extract – has antimicrobial, regenerating, astringent effects;
- peach oil – improves skin cell nutrition and blood circulation;
- olive oil – softens, vitaminizes, prevents moisture loss from the skin surface;
- allantoin – has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, moisturizing, regenerating and protective properties.
Baby moisturizing cream "Eared Nanny"
It is used as a moisturizing and soothing product for baby skin for repeated daily use.
It has a long-lasting moisturizing and mild anti-inflammatory effect, prevents water loss from skin cells, and provides the skin with a normal pH level.
Does not interfere with the skin's oxygen supply, has a fine structure, is easily distributed over the skin and is well absorbed.
The baby cream is packaged in a tube with a safety membrane, ensuring the contents remain sterile until first opening.
"Eared Nanny" is a hypoallergenic cream without dyes, alcohol and prohibited components.
The main active ingredients of the baby moisturizing cream "Eared Nanny":
- alpha-bisabolol is a derivative of chamomile, has a calming, softening, antimicrobial effect, restores skin elasticity, protects against the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms;
- calendula flower extract – has antimicrobial, regenerating, astringent effects;
- peach oil – improves skin cell nutrition and blood circulation;
- moisturizing oil ingredient – has a softening effect, prevents water loss from skin cells.
Uriage Cream Cu Zn
A universal cream for the care of skin irritated for various reasons, with a tendency to atopic dermatitis.
Use in cases of redness, dryness and itching of skin areas, risk of re-infection, angular cheilitis, dermatitis in the area of the nose, mouth and eyes, in the groin area from the use of diapers for both children and adult bedridden patients, atopic dermatitis.
Cu-Zn Creme Uriage has the ability to instantly soothe and dry irritated areas of the skin, regenerate the skin surface and reduce the area of damage, prevent secondary infection of damaged skin. Quickly returns a comfortable state.
It is used 2-3 times a day after cleaning the treatment areas with Cu-Zn gel. There are no age restrictions. It is suitable for both baby skin from the first days of a child's life and mature skin. It is used for application to the face, body, groin and buttocks. It is used independently or in combination with other preparations.
Active ingredients of the cream:
- TLR2-Regul complex – stimulates natural immunity to suppress inflammatory reactions caused by pathogenic microorganisms;
- Uriage thermal water – has soothing properties for irritation;
- copper and zinc gluconates – regenerate skin damaged by the inflammatory process, normalizing the balance of microflora on its surface.
Vaginal creams for irritation
Inflammation of the vaginal mucosa or vaginitis, often with an accompanying inflammatory process of the external genitalia (vulvovaginitis) causes a lot of trouble. Irritation, discoloration of the mucosa, itching, burning, discharge with an unpleasant odor appear. The causes of vaginitis can be different: intolerance to any components of washing powders, soap, intimate hygiene products, some types of toilet paper, synthetic underwear and vaginal contraceptives.
Often, irritation in the genital area is a sign of diseases that require treatment. Therefore, if discomfort in the vagina appears, you should consult a gynecologist to determine the cause of this phenomenon, since such a condition can be provoked by allergic reactions or estrogen deficiency, as well as infectious diseases caused by various microorganisms.
In case of estrogen deficiency, the vaginal cream Ovestin is usually prescribed, the active substance of which is estriol, a natural estrogen that normalizes its level in the body.
Ovestin regenerates epithelial tissue, the natural state of the vaginal biocenosis and mucous membranes, and eliminates symptoms of urination disorders.
The result of using this cream is the elimination of atrophy of the vaginal mucosa and an increase in its resistance to infection.
When applied topically, estriol is absorbed almost completely, its maximum concentration is detected in the blood plasma after 1-2 hours. A higher level of concentration is observed when using a vaginal cream than the tablet form of this drug.
Excreted (about 98%) by the kidneys.
Use during pregnancy and lactation is contraindicated. In addition, like many other drugs, Ovestin cream has a number of contraindications, and it can also cause some side effects. Detailed information about it can be found in the instructions for the drug.
In case of vaginal infection with some microorganisms or protozoa, vaginal cream Metronidazole is prescribed in combination with antibacterial agents. It has the ability to destroy anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, interrupting the process of nucleic acid synthesis in their cells.
Intravaginal use is more effective than oral. A little more than half of the active substance is absorbed and excreted mainly by the kidneys.
Use during lactation and in the first trimester of pregnancy is contraindicated, in the second and third - in cases of extreme necessity.
This drug has a number of contraindications and side effects, which can be found in the instructions for its use.
Also in cases of vaginal infection with anaerobic and aerobic bacteria, fungi, vaginal cream Clindamycin is used. It can be used during pregnancy, since complications have not been registered, whether this drug penetrates into breast milk when applied locally is unknown. It has a number of contraindications and side effects.
The vaginal creams presented in this section are effective medicinal, not cosmetic products. Their use is possible only if prescribed by a doctor.
Vagisil cream is not a medicine, it can be used without restrictions. This is a cream for irritation in the intimate area, which has a delicate structure and safe composition, normalizing the natural acid-base balance.
Vagisil cream relieves discomfort in the intimate area caused by excessive sweating, menstruation, and tight clothing. Retinol, tocopherol acetate, and calciferols, which are part of the cream, relieve irritation and redness of the mucous membranes; aloe extract removes the burning sensation and soothes skin itching. Vagisil prevents dehydration, moisturizes, and softens dry skin.
The cream can be used to eliminate vaginal dryness before intimacy.
Blocks unpleasant odors, provides a long-lasting feeling of natural moisture, freshness and comfort in the genital area.
It is characterized by its fast action and does not leave marks on the laundry.
Contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components.
Cream for irritation in the intimate area
Any manipulation in the intimate area (in particular, shaving) almost always ends with the appearance of skin irritation, which is often difficult to get rid of.
Cosmetic cream-care Intimate has a delicate structure, is quickly absorbed, maintains a feeling of moisture and freshness for a long time. Removes unpleasant sensations, carefully cares for sensitive skin and mucous membranes of the intimate area, returning their natural elasticity and flexibility.
Main active ingredients:
- Vaseline oil is a fatty base for the cream;
- glycerin – extracts moisture from the surrounding air and fills the skin surface with it,
- sunflower oil – contains monounsaturated fats, vitamins E and K, which restore the structure of the skin and improve its appearance;
- grape seed oil – exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, healing, antipruritic properties;
- wheat germ oil – moisturizes, nourishes, tones, rejuvenates the skin;
- passionflower extract - a medicinal tranquilizer plant;
- patchouli essential oil is an aphrodisiac with a characteristic smell, has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, healing effects;
- Rosemary essential oil – has a pleasant fresh aroma, cleansing and antioxidant properties;
- Ylang-ylang flower essential oil is an aphrodisiac with a sweet, warm, spicy aroma, eliminates irritation, tones the skin;
- Ethylhexyl stearate – has a softening effect, prevents skin drying;
- cetearyl alcohol – makes the structure of the cream more delicate and soft, protects the skin from harmful environment;
- Purified water is the water base of the cream.
Cream for the care of irritated skin of the intimate area is applied until completely absorbed.
If it is not possible to purchase a cream for irritation in the intimate area, you can use a cream for irritation on the face or an aftershave cream for sensitive skin.
Cream for irritation on the face
Everyone faces the problem of facial skin irritation, some are constantly fighting this flaw, while others are forced to get rid of it occasionally. Facial skin is always exposed to external irritants, and many pathological processes inside the body are reflected in the condition of facial skin. Not only does facial irritation spoil the appearance, it is also accompanied by itching and soreness.
It is impossible to ignore skin problems on the face, it is unreasonable to mask them, the result will be disastrous. It is necessary to get rid of irritation as soon as possible using special means.
In such cases, it is recommended to use a hypoallergenic cream for sensitive facial skin, which helps relieve irritation, eliminate pain, redness, dryness, itching, softening and moisturizing.
Anti-irritation cream for the face must meet certain standards - contain a maximum of hypoallergenic natural components. The ingredients of the cream must be able to eliminate inflammation and prevent its spread, prevent secondary infection in areas of inflammation, regenerate skin damaged by irritation, moisturize it and prevent dehydration, saturate it with essential nutrients. The cream should not only protect the skin surface from relapses of the inflammatory process, but also stimulate the natural protective function.
Typically, a cream for facial irritation contains:
- extracts of medicinal plants that have the ability to relieve inflammation, antimicrobial, astringent properties, saturate the skin with vitamins, microelements, normalize metabolic processes at the cellular level;
- Natural fats and oils are nourishing and moisturizing ingredients that make the skin elastic, smooth, rejuvenate and heal it.
Creams for skin irritation or for sensitive skin prone to irritation are presented in many cosmetic lines, so choosing a cream that suits your price and quality is not difficult.
According to reviews, diaper creams help well against facial irritation, which is not surprising. For example, Uriage Cu Zn cream is intended for use on irritated areas of the face and against diaper dermatitis.
Irritation on hands and feet
Any irritation of the skin on the extremities can be caused by skin infection, obliterating atherosclerosis, varicose veins and other completely non-skin diseases, allergies to medications, unsuitable food, household chemicals, clothing, pollen and plant juice, cold, sunlight, etc. In any case, you first need to establish the cause of the irritation. Having established it, eliminate it and help the skin recover.
Cream for irritation on hands and feet should contain vegetable (base) oils and provitamin B5, which form a thin fatty film on the skin, retaining moisture on the skin surface. The basis of the cream for skin healing is most often natural vegetable oils produced from the pits and seeds of plants. This includes regular sunflower oil, and oil from the pits of peach, grapes, avocado, sea buckthorn, nut oils - almond, coconut, hazelnut, calendula, rosehip oil.
The composition of such cream includes plant extracts, vitamins; antipruritic effect is enhanced by tar, naphthalan, salicylic acid, zinc. Regeneration of the skin is activated by propolis, however such products should be used with caution, because allergy to propolis is quite common.
The cream Losterin, used for dermatitis with manifestations of inflammation, dryness, peeling of the skin surface, accompanied by burning and itching, copes well with skin irritation on the hands and feet. The cream does not contain hormonal ingredients, fragrances and dyes. This is a special product for daily use for skin irritation and itching.
Almond oil regulates the water-lipid balance, restores skin cells, vitaminizes, softens and cleanses. White de-resined naphthalan stimulates metabolism and stops inflammatory processes in skin cells. With the help of urea, nutrients are carried into the deep layers of the skin. Salicylic acid, interacting with naphthalan and urea, eliminates burning and itching.
The cream is applied two or three times a day to the affected areas of the skin. It is used in pediatric practice. It is used in courses lasting 0.5–1 month. The break is determined individually.
Contraindications – intolerance to the ingredients of the cream. Side effects are unknown.
Can be used in combination therapy with hormonal drugs for external use. When used together, the required dose of hormonal drugs is reduced, and the period of exacerbation is shortened.
Store for two years at a temperature of 5–25ºС.
Skin itching is a companion of skin irritation. It causes a lot of trouble from infection of scratched surfaces to nervous disorders. Itching can be seriously combated only after diagnostic procedures and determination of its cause.
Nowadays, anti-irritation and anti-itch cream can relieve a person from unpleasant symptoms quite quickly, but only if the factor causing it is identified correctly.
If the itching of irritated skin is caused by an allergy, then a cream with antihistamines will help.
For example, Gistan cream contains a complex of natural components, the main active ingredient of which is the antihistamine Betulin. It does not contain hormones.
The use of Gistan during pregnancy and lactation is not recommended.
In cases of itchy allergic dermatitis, Nezulin cream-gel is suitable. Plant extracts in combination with basil, lavender, mint oils and provitamin B5 relieve the skin from irritation symptoms and improve well-being. Nezulin contains only natural ingredients that relieve itching, inflammation and have a detrimental effect on microorganisms. There are no hormonal components.
It is used to moisturize the skin, heal minor abrasions. The cream has a delicate consistency, easily penetrates the upper layers of the skin, can be used for skin irritation in children.
Itchy skin can appear from excess ultraviolet radiation, which causes overdrying of the skin surface and sun allergies.
In this case, you can use D-panthenol cream. This cream eliminates dehydration of the dermis, itching, irritation, sunburn, and restores the skin surface.
It is used from birth, for infants – against diaper rash caused by diapers.
In case of skin itching associated with diseases of internal organs, the underlying disease should be treated. Creams for irritation and itching are used as a means of alleviating the skin condition.
Antihistamine creams can help relieve irritation caused by insect bites, but special medications are needed to kill the scabies mite.
Fungal infection is accompanied by irritation and itching; antifungal drugs are needed to destroy the fungus.
Itching that occurs when injured skin heals can be relieved by using emollient creams.
Cream for skin irritation and redness
The appearance of reddened areas of skin is caused by various reasons, for example, erythroderma occurs when blood vessels located close to the skin surface expand due to the blood flow to them. Treatment is not required, the redness disappears on its own when the vessels return to normal.
Redness also occurs as a result of skin diseases of various origins, when the skin not only turns red, but also itches, peels and becomes inflamed.
Redness and irritation of the skin can be caused by a deficiency of vitamins A and E in the body, and diseases of the internal organs.
Redness of the skin as a result of hypersensitivity to natural or synthetic substances after contact with them (contact and allergic dermatitis), usually accompanied by irritation and itching.
A cream for irritated reddened skin is quite capable of quickly improving its condition. It should include components that eliminate redness:
- a complex of vitamins of different groups;
- components that prevent skin dehydration;
- oils from plant seeds and kernels, nut oils - nourishing and softening ingredients;
- extracts of medicinal plants with anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, and soothing effects;
- Allantoin and provitamin B5 relieve skin redness.
You should carefully study the composition of the cream so as not to buy a product that includes any allergen. The above-described creams help with redness and irritation: Uriage Cu Zn, Nezulin, Ushaty Nyan.
Zinovita cream helps to eliminate irritation, redness, peeling and itching of the skin. It does not contain hormones. The main components of the cream, which have an anti-inflammatory effect, are zinc pyrithione (has fungicidal activity) and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate (the active ingredient of licorice, which relieves inflammation, itching and has virtually no side effects even with prolonged use). Zinovita is based on natural oils of plant origin (olive, jojoba, shea). It does not contain mineral oils or lanolin.
Used for allergies, insect bites, contact, atopic and other dermatitis, burns, including sunburn.
Apply evenly to irritated areas of the face and body twice daily. Duration of use - unlimited, until symptoms disappear.
And expensive, but, judging by the reviews, very effective cream for redness and irritation GiGi Recovery Redness Relief Cream.
The cream instantly relieves redness and irritation. Its texture, light and non-greasy, gives inflamed skin a feeling of comfort. Long-term use normalizes the natural functions of the skin, strengthens the walls of blood vessels and increases the protective properties of the skin to negative external influences.
The antiallergic components of the cream have undergone clinical trials. They help to increase the skin's immunity and eliminate redness, hypersensitivity, relieve swelling and tension. The cream's composition includes ingredients that imitate the skin's natural protective function, ensure normal functioning of the skin, inactivate the enzyme that destroys capillary walls, thereby stabilizing the nutrition and hydration of the skin. Prevents the formation of rosacea.
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Cream for diaper rash
The skin of small children is delicate, thin, does not secrete enough fat, and is prone to drying out and irritation. Deficiency of sebum is especially noticeable in areas of the body covered by diapers, where irritation and diaper rash most often appear.
The protective cream under the diaper Ushasty Nyan combines two elements - cream and powder. This cream forms a protective film on the skin area, breathing, but blocking the penetration of irritants. It has anti-inflammatory, drying, astringent and disinfectant effects.
Apply to areas with rashes, redness and diaper rash as needed and under the diaper to prevent irritation.
The composition does not include dyes, alcohol or prohibited components.
Hypoallergenic product.
Active ingredients:
- Zinc oxide – has a local anti-inflammatory, soothing, drying effect;
- zinc stearate – has an antimicrobial, healing effect;
- peach oil – softens, nourishes the skin, eliminates flaking, heals cracks, makes the skin soft and elastic;
- calendula flower extract – has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity.
The leader in popular creams for irritation due to the use of diapers is Bübchen cream (Germany). The main components of this product are: zinc oxide, wheat grain oil, extracts of medicinal plants (mignonette, chamomile), beeswax, vitamin E and panthenol. It eliminates diaper rash, irritation and inflammation of baby skin from diapers, does not cause allergies, does not contain dyes and prohibited preservatives.
Italian cream Chicco baby moments removes diaper rash, irritation, protects the baby's skin from irritation due to the use of diapers. The main components of this product are: zinc oxide, panthenol, extracts of medicinal plants. The composition does not contain harmful components. The disadvantage of this cream can be called its price, which significantly exceeds the cost of similar products of other brands.
Swiss cream Bepanten, which includes provitamin B5, lanolin, beeswax, chamomile and celandine extracts, has a good healing effect and a safe composition, since it is intended for use both for irritation from diapers and diaper rash, and for cracked nipples during lactation (therefore, the possible ingestion of a small amount of cream through the baby's mouth should not harm him).
The groin area can also be treated for irritation caused by diapers with the Uriage Cu Zn cream described above.
To sum it up, the best cream for skin irritation is the one that suits you. There is only one way to find it – trial and error.
Owners of sensitive skin should opt for hypoallergenic skin care products, protect it from external influences: ultraviolet radiation, drying out in the heat, wind, frost. It is necessary to use gloves when cleaning, working in the garden, wear clothes made of natural fabrics, rinse the laundry well when washing, do not get carried away with spicy, smoked, fatty, exotic food. Monitor the reactions of your body - having studied them, you can avoid many troubles.
The main thing to remember is that symptoms similar to harmless skin irritation can be caused by pathogens of skin infections and some diseases of internal organs, so if the irritation does not go away but worsens, you should urgently consult a doctor.
Use anti-irritation creams during pregnancy
The use of creams for skin irritation during pregnancy and lactation is permissible in the absence of intolerance to the components of the cream; before starting use, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
Storage conditions
Unless otherwise indicated, cosmetic creams are stored at room temperature.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Creams for skin irritation" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.