Fatty cream

How often you apply fatty cream and the amount you apply will depend on the severity of the dry skin. If you have very dry skin, you may need to apply fatty cream every few hours, while slightly dry skin may only need an application at night.

• Wash your hands before applying fatty cream.
• It is best to apply fatty cream immediately after drying yourself from washing, bathing or showering, while the skin is still slightly damp. 
• Apply fatty cream in a downward motion, in the direction of hair growth and gently massage into your skin. Avoid rubbing. Apply the cream to all of your skin, not just the area with eczema.
• Don't put your hands into the tub of cream when removing for use. This will contaminate the cream. Use a spoon or spatula to take out the correct amount each time and replace the lid of the tub after use. You can also put the cream in a pump bottle to make it easier to use and to reduce the chance of contamination.
• If you need to apply it regularly, carry a small container of cream with you whenever you are out and about.

Fatty cream rarely causes side effects. If you have signs of sensitivity or an allergic reaction such as red, itchy skin, tell your doctor. This may be confused with a flare of your eczema or dermatitis.