Watch out for aqueous cream!

Apparently, many GPs--at least in the UK--are prescribing cream that could be making eczema even worse for their patients. Aqueous cream was developed as an alternative to soap and some doctors are giving it to patients to use as a moisturizer, as reported here. Unfortunately, the cream does not contain much to moisturize the skin and also contains sodium lauryl sulphate, which can irritate sensitive skin. Eczema patients should educate themselves about which products are helpful and seek out the advice of a dermatologist.