Emollients topical for Dry Skin User Reviews
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Reviews for Emollients topical
- Dry...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 24, 2020
"I was told to use this by my dermatologist. It’s been about a month, and it was working great! The last couple of days, my cheeks have been red and splotchy, my chin is getting eczema spots, and tonight my cheeks felt like they were on fire. I thought it was because I was in the cold today, so I put more on, it was instant stinging and heat on my cheeks. I washed it off, and it relieved the feeling almost 99%. So disappointed!"
- Lin...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 2, 2020
"Started using CeraVe Facial Moisturizer as I had been using their under-eye cream and had gotten good results with it. But what a surprise that after only 3 days of using it twice a day, the skin around my cheeks, nose, and mouth developed a horrible and itchy rash, which my dermatologist later confirmed was contact dermatitis. Wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who has very sensitive skin."
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- Dar...
- April 24, 2019
"I used CeraVe lotion all over my body and broke out in hives! Everywhere I scratch, there were lines raised-definitely an allergic reaction. They should put something on the bottle saying that there is a chance that you could be allergic to this type of lotion. But they make it sound so benign. I'm absolutely miserable, and it's been 4 days since I applied the CeraVe lotion. Still have hives. 5 showers later!"
- Pat...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 26, 2019
"I used CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser on and off for a week. After a week of finally figuring out why my neck was burning and prickly itchy, it dawned on me. I just started using CeraVe. Do not buy if you have sensitive skin. This stuff basically just burned my skin. I have huge patches of what looks like I burned my skin with scalding water on both sides of my neck. The only thing now that releases it is cool water. If not better in a week, I'll have to go to the doctor. This is awful stuff."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Nin...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 31, 2025
"I have psoriasis. I found the cream for eczema and aloe vera. They are the only ones helping me with it. Bad reviews mean some people do not want the consumer to know how good it is because of the price, and they will lose customers. Believe me, it’s the best!"
- Fin...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 4, 2014
"I have suffered from eczema all over my face, neck, and upper body. Nothing worked, and I had to moisturize every 15-30 minutes throughout the day. Two years ago, I stopped using topical steroids and had a serious rebound effect of worsening eczema. Since then, it's been manageable but has never improved. I've tried changing my diet, going organic, using different moisturizers, bleach baths, Bactroban, etc. It was hard to get the prescription as this is a product that not many doctors are familiar with. In two weeks, I almost finished the 90g tube, but my skin improved so much! My face is baby smooth. I could go for 8 hours without moisturizer! I finally have hope again. It still itches, but the skin quality has drastically improved. There were no side effects. And no more steroids!"
- Can...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- December 21, 2020
"I have used Dermasil lotion, from the Dollar Tree, day and night versions, for years, using most days. Since 2006, I have been having VERY bad allergic reactions (very swollen, red, itchy, scaly, peeling DRY, tight skin on my upper eyelids and below! Then determined I was allergic to shellac, an ingredient in mascara. But the issue keeps coming back even though I haven't worn mascara in over 5 years! In early December 2020, I FiNALLY stopped using Dermasil, to see what would happen, after a very bad 4-week bout, and magically, in one day of no use, my facial/eye area was almost back to being ME! Will never be using this product again."
- Ccb...
- April 9, 2021
"Started using Cetaphil face cleanser in January 2021, and till this time never snapped that the cleanser was giving me red, swollen, itchy, very dry eyes and some pain. Lips also chapped and swollen. Went to see a specialist, and he asked what I have been using new to my face. Felt like an idiot when I snapped it’s the freaking Cetaphil. Came home and threw the product in the trash and now taking meds to recover."
- Jea...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 15, 2023
"Experienced bad facial redness and itching 2 days after CeraVe products. This product may be advertised as developed with dermatologists, but it doesn't mean it is any good! I have written to the company and asked for a refund. I will wait and see if they reply."
- Cee...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 16, 2021
"I’ve used Raspberry Lemonade Blistex for a year now with no problem. Two months ago, I developed raw skin around my lips (on my skin) plus chapped lips. They cracked and burned for three weeks. I didn’t make the connection to the Blistex as I was also using other lip balms. I finally stopped all products, and they healed in a week. Just today, I applied the raspberry Blistex, and in one hour, I had bright red skin around my mouth. I found my allergy trigger! I love the taste, and I’m pretty bummed. I’m curious to know which ingredient is giving me the reaction in case it’s in other products."
- Bel...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 22, 2019
"Used CeraVe as I heard it was good for sensitive/dry/eczema-prone skin. After a couple of days of using the cleanser and moisturizer, my face and neck broke out in tiny red itchy bumps ALL OVER. It wasn't patches, it was a rash completely covering my skin - never had anything like it before. I stopped using immediately. Solved it by washing my skin with only water for the next week or so and used hydrocortisone cream mixed in with my Aveeno moisturizer all over the affected area. So disappointed, but obviously some products don't work for everyone. I suggest you take care and patch test if you're considering buying!"
- Let...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 23, 2019
"The same experience everyone is having. I was worried there for a minute because I couldn't find any answers to why I was getting the same issues some of these ladies had. There is something in this product that is making us allergic to it. Yes, it dried out my lips so bad. Yes, they got red, swollen, and whatever chemical is in this lip balm is no good. I'm still recovering from burnt lips. This product needs to be removed immediately from every store that sells this awful product."
- Sun...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 10, 2020
"This lotion says it is hypoallergenic, yet one of the ingredients is methyllisothiazolinone, which was voted by the dermatological society as the number one allergen of 2013. It is usually used in shampoos and liquid soap, but to have it in a lotion is terrible. If you aren't allergic, you may become allergic with continued usage. Beware. This lotion has too much water in it for very dry skin. Go with a cream. The package says to recycle but isn't marked for USA recycling."
- Nic...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 1, 2021
"I have used CeraVe for my diabetic dry skin only once, and it was a disaster. The dry skin began to peel off, and my leg began to bleed, and it was painful... never again. The tube of CeraVe has no warning of these conditions, and the matter should be reported."
- rob...
- August 9, 2010
"I have suffered with atopic dermatitis (moderate-severe) for 10 years. The inflammation and itchiness have been non-stop. My skin has been red and inflamed on my face, neck, arms, hands, and most of my body. Often, my skin has become so damaged from itching and scratching that various regions of my skin have split, such as my eyelids, neck, and knuckles. I have used EpiCeram for 1 week, and all the redness has nearly cleared up, and there are no splits at all. I feel great! I can sleep comfortably. I can shower without the pain of water stinging my damaged skin. I can exercise again without sweat causing burning. I highly recommend this cream."
- Chr...
- April 8, 2021
"I have used Blistex for years and never had a problem. I tried the Orange Mango Blast and ended up having to go to a dermatologist because it just kept getting worse. I had no idea what had caused it, but when I started using the lip balm again about a month later, I had the same issue: swollen, itchy, burning lips. I will never use this again, and it should be taken off the market!"
- Mar...
- February 18, 2020
"Bought CeraVe moisturizing cream at Costco after my dermatologist told me I have very dry skin. I’ve been using it pretty much everywhere, including my face. After a week of using daily, I woke up with hives showing up everywhere! Didn’t even think the hives were related to the new cream. Had hives again today, so I have to admit it is the culprit! Took Benadryl and will have to take another."
- tal...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 19, 2019
"Applied this product one time and went into anaphylactic shock three hours later after it absorbed into my skin. The product not only gave me severe hives and difficulty breathing, but also gave me chemical burns and blisters that may leave permanent scarring. My doctors said this product could have killed me, the reaction was so severe. I contacted Dermasil after seeing 6 doctors and still receiving medical treatment 20 days later, and they could not have cared less."
- Mom...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 1, 2018
"I have been stripping my skin with high-end acids/Retin-A/over-exfoliant for years. I was extremely dry and flaky. My skin started to react to any extreme temperature or touch. I stripped the barrier of my skin, and it was always angry. My derm gave me this for dermatitis. It took a few weeks, but all my issues have disappeared. I am afraid to use anything else. It isn’t greasy, and at times I feel like I need more moisture. However, I resist adding anything more than this cream. I can’t find the reason why this is by Rx only, though?!"
- Lyn...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- October 12, 2020
"Found several CeraVe products in a rarely used cabinet and called to inquire about viability. Had the original boxes and stamped codes. The products were Vitamin C and Resurfacing Retinol, which contain active ingredients. I was informed they only give out beauty advice and no expiration info. Really???? Active ingredients don’t last forever and never had a company refuse that info. Told me to call corporate and gave me a number which connected to L’Oreal. No answer. Even after several tries. So that is my recent experience with CeraVe, which I have used faithfully for many years. No more. And I will spread the word."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 14, 2013
"My partner has suffered from severe facial eczema for the past few years, far worse than she had ever experienced before. We tried everything, from dietary interventions to Elidel to various steroids. We were truly growing quite desperate, as the eczema was so severe it was limiting my partner's ability to go out, work, or even smile and laugh. EpiCeram has completely turned her condition around, to the point where the facial eczema is almost totally eliminated. The results were far beyond what I even dared hope for."
- Man...
- April 30, 2019
"I used this Mederma for my old scar, and then after 1 day, I noticed itchiness and peeling of the skin in the area, so I thought it's normal. On the third day, I stopped using this cream. It's a nightmare! Instead of removing my scar, this Mederma only makes it worse."
- jen...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 28, 2019
"I used CeraVe for two days, and my face looks horrible! I've never seen my face the way it looks. There's a rash all over, and I'm so insecure now. I feel like everyone keeps looking at me. I don't know what to do."
- Raz...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 5, 2021
"Applied to my face daily as prescribed by my physician for now one week, and within this week, my face has been having a burning sensation and rash all over my face and neck. After carefully washing it off, the burning sensation hurts even worse. I’m finished with this product. I was prescribed this cleanser and lotion due to the mask breaking my face out on my cheeks and chin area."
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"I used CeraVe moisturizers for 8 months to treat dryness on my face. In that time, my skin became increasingly red, inflamed, itchy, and dry—so dry, in fact, that it would crack and bleed at times. I'm over 40, and I have never had eczema, but now I had it all over my face, and soon spots were popping up all over my back, arms, and legs. CeraVe was always recommended as being 'safe,' so I trusted it, but the day I stopped using CeraVe products completely, my symptoms improved. In lieu of a patch test, I have a reason to believe I am allergic to 'tocopherol' (Vitamin E) found in every CeraVe product I used. (Not surprisingly, many foods that caused marked flare-ups also contained tocopherols) I am now using another moisturizer that does not contain tocopherol but uses oatmeal instead. My skin is slowly getting better, but it will be weeks if not months before I am fully recovered. I hope this information can help someone."