Itchy, irritated or inflamed skin has many causes — eczema, contact reactions, nappy area irritation, haemorrhoids, insect bites. The Skin Irritation range at RemediMe brings together targeted soothing and protective products.

What's in this range

Stocked products include Hydromol ointments and bath emollients, Zeroderma emollient creams, Medi Derma and Medihoney barrier creams for fragile or compromised skin, Witch Doctor tea tree stick, Preparation H haemorrhoid gel and soothing wipes, Profoot corn removal plasters, Replens intimate moisturiser, Dexeryl 500g cream and Proshield Plus skin protectant.

Choosing the right product

For ongoing eczema or very dry irritated skin, emollients work best applied generously and several times a day. For incontinence-related skin damage or fragile skin around stomas, barrier creams (like Proshield or Medi Derma) protect against moisture and friction. Haemorrhoid creams typically combine a mild anaesthetic with an astringent. Tea tree formulations soothe minor inflammation without steroids.

For persistent rashes, broken skin or anything that doesn't improve in 1–2 weeks of self-care, see a pharmacist or GP — some skin irritation needs prescription treatment.