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Why doesn’t the National Eczema Society recommend products?

The National Eczema Society has a policy of not recommending any products because eczema is such an individual condition and a product that one patient may find very suitable for them can prove to be something that makes another person’s eczema much worse.

In addition, products such as emollients and sunscreens come in different formulas and individual preference determines whether a cream, ointment, oil or lotion is the most acceptable. Unfortunately, there is no one emollient or sunscreen that suits everyone’s eczema.

The question also allows us to explain that our emollient product list is not a list of recommendations. It is a list of emollients that are either available on prescription or where the manufacturer has provided us with a list of ingredients, research information and, where appropriate, the results of properly conducted clinical trials.

Is there a cure for eczema?


What are the main treatments for managing eczema?

There are a number of ways to manage eczema, all of which begin with an effective skin care routine. Having access to accurate information is important as this allows the person with eczema, or their carer, to make informed choices when managing the condition. The following are main treatments used to help manage eczema.


Emollient is the medical term for a non-cosmetic moisturiser. Emollients are necessary to reduce water loss from skin, preventing the dryness normally associated with eczema. By providing a seal or barrier, the skin is less dry, itchy and more comfortable.


Gels are heavier than creams but not as thick as ointments. We have more information about emollients and how to use them on our Emollients page.

Topical Steroids




