[Let's Fight Eczema 6] - 5 Pharmaceuticals brands with products suitable for the Eczema Sufferer
a-derma 2/16/2020
Many pharmaceutical brands have made their brands available to the general public by selling them in local drug stores as well as major supermarkets. For a start, you may request for sample sachets to try if the product works for you. If you would like to just try out the texture or have a whiff of the scent of the product, try visiting your local drugstore and reach out for their testers.
In the quest to find the best eczema friendly products, I'll be compiling a list of brands who claims that their products are suitable for Eczema Sufferers. I'm sharing with you my unbias reviews if I have personally tried any of them and their range of products are listed randomly, and not in order of my personal preference.
I noticed that many brands had came up with their own range of Eczema friendly products over the last decade. This could be because more people are being affected by Eczema and needed products that would tailor to their specific skin type. Marketers on the other hand, seize this opportunity and would like a share in the pie.
#1: Physiogel
*Photo Credit: Physiogel Website
Physiogel launched their Physiogel Calming Relief series of products which comprises of the following products targeted for dry, irritated, itchy and reactive skin. They claimed that their products are suitable for Atopic Eczema-prone skin and will provide long-lasting moisture relief.
"Suitable for atopic eczema-prone skin, Calming Relief A.I Cream contains Biomimic Technology and a skin soothing complex of essential lipids called Palmitamide MEA (PEA) to strengthen and repair the skin’s moisture barrier." Physiogel
Physiogel Calming Relief range makes use of the Biomimic Technology which contains lipids similar to those found naturally in our skin. It mimics your skin's natural structure to restore the hydration your skin needs to stay strong and visibly healthy. The products in this range is structured to adapt naturally to your skin.
- Physiogel A.I. Body Lotion $30.90/100ml | $56.90/200ml | $89.90/400ml
- Physiogel Gentle Cream Cleanser
- Physiogel Anti-redness Day Cream SPF 20
- Physiogel Anti-redness Serum
- Physiogel A.I Restoring Lipid Balm
- Physiogel A.I Cream $48.50/100ml
Price Range Estimates: $26.90 - $89.90 SGD
Where to purchase: Local Supermarkets, drugstores, Qoo10, Redmart.
Personal Review: During one of my eczema outbreak sometime in 2017, I managed to grab hold of their sachet samples for their A.I cream and anti-redness face serum. Their cream formula is quite watery in texture, without much scent and feels light on the skin.
They seemed to work well on my skin during my trial period. I had since purchased their retailed size A.I cream and Gentle Cream Cleanser. I only realized this that the cream cleanser was merely a make-up remover and not a facial cleanser after using it for several times. The name of this product is quite misleading. It worked fairly well as a make-up remover and can only remove very light facial make-up. Their A.I cream also doesn't seem to have much effect on my easily irritated skin.
I had since then, moved on from using Physiogel's Calming Relief range of products.
#2. Eau Thermale Avene
*Photo Credit: Eau Thermale Avene Facebook
Eau Thermale Avene is a quite a popular brand known for their products towards sensitive skin. I first came to know about this brand through my mother. She loved their sunblock. I first take notice of their brand when they launched their XeraCalm products. XeraCalm products was produced under Pierre Fabre Laboratories after 12 years of research.
About XeraCalm products/Ingredients:
I-Modulia
They are formulated with I-Modulia, a biotechnological innovation that reduces itch due to dry skin, soothes redness/irritations due to skin hyperreactivity, allowing your skin to protect itself again.
Cer-Omega
Repairs, nourishes the skin and strengthens the protective hydrolipidic film.
Avene Thermal Spring Water
Soothens the skin reduces discomfort, soften your skin. Leaves your skin soft, smooth and comfortable.
- XeraCalm lipid replenishing Oil $79.90/400ml
- XeraCalm lipid replenishing cream $49.90/200ml
Price Range Estimates: $49.90 - $79.90 SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores & Shopee.
Personal Review: I've always wanted to try their XeraCalm but they ran out of samples very quickly in stores. As they are quite pricey, so as of now i haven't got a chance to try their products. Let me know how they fare if you get a chance to try them.
#3: Cetaphil
*Photo Credit: Cetaphil Facebook
Cetaphil had been in the market for the longest time. They were also one of the pioneers in skincare. I first came about this brand through a workshop at my work place where we learn about self-care for our skin. My then trainer recommended Cetaphil Gentle skin cleanser as a face wash which suits majority of the skin types.
I was also often recommended the Cetaphil Gentle skin cleanser as a body wash by my GP for normal showering use during my eczema suffering adult life. My GP mentioned that even though my eczema outbreak is on my face or hands, I should ensure that I use only a gentle skin cleanser. He repeatedly emphasized that I should not use a commercial branded body wash even if it states suitable for sensitive skin.
I had been using Cetaphil products for the longest time, from their Gentle Skin Cleanser, to their range of Restorderm products and recently i have also managed to try the new improved Cetaphil skin restoring wash and moisturizer with the Home Tester Club. Their products are formulated with Filaggrin Technology™, ceramide precursors, sunflowerseed oil and shea butter, for itch relief, reducing flare ups, to restore the skin's barrier and retain moisture.
Two main products formulated by Cetaphil for the eczema skin sufferer included in their Pro Ad Derma Range which was previously known as Restoraderm:
- Skin Restoring Wash $29.90/295ml
- Skin Restoring Moisturizer $49.90/295ml
Price Range Estimates: $29.90 - $49.90SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores, supermarket, Lazada, & Qoo10.
Personal Review: I've been an active user of Cetaphil products especially their skin cleanser, since it was recommended by my GP. I had since then, been using their restoring wash and moisturizer during my skin flares and I find these an improvement over their previous Restoraderm in terms of the product's texture.
Their newer range has better texture and are easily absorbed by my skin compared to the previous version which had a richer texture and took longer to absorb. I also use their moisturizer as my daily, regular moisturizer. My husband had also benefited from the use of Cetaphil Skin Restoring Moisturizer and find it helpful during a one-time sudden rash outbreak from using a body wash. I would recommend Cetaphil to people living with eczema skin looking for an affordable solution as their products are more affordable for daily use.
Cetaphil's products had helped me greatly in my eczema control and flares as they moisturize my skin deeply without stripping off my skin's moisture.
*Photo Credit: QV Website
QV range of products had been in the market for quite a long time as well. They are known for their QV gentle wash and they are more focused on marketing efforts for their sensitive skin care compared to eczema skin care. They do however have their own "eczema" focused products marketed for "extremely dry and sensitive skin." This is another brand which is highly recommended by GPs.
*Photo Credit: QV Website
I have never tried their products in the Intensive care range but I've tried their QV Gentle wash as well as various products under their sub-brands.
I've asked QV Singapore on their Facebook page for products to recommend for Eczema skin and was rather surprised that they replied "QV cream". They did not specifically recommend products from their Eczema range.
Price Range Estimates: $13.36 - $36.80SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores, supermarket, Lazada, & Qoo10. QV products are on the affordable range. If you are having mild eczema products, you can try out their gentle washes.
Personal Review:
1) Egoderm Cream - I randomly picked up this cream from the drugstore, specifically to use this on my eczema patch of skin around my leg areas, but couldn't tolerate the smell of the cream. It didn't help me much in my eczema and I discontinued the use of this cream.
2) Pinetarsol bath Oil/Solution - I vaguely remembered trying out either of these solutions during my primary school years. The solution was yellowish in colour and had a very strong "sulfuric" scent in it. Although I resent the smell, I was told to soak my legs in this as a leg bath as I had very bad eczema on my legs when I was younger. This product did not helped me.
3) QV Face Rescue Gel - I had very bad eczema flares on my face around my cheeks areas and picked up this product from the drugstore to try. I remembered using up as it was only 25g and moved on after it soothing my flares but not healing them. I still had skin flares on my face when I utilized this product.
4) QV Gentle Wash - I had a chance to try out a sample for the QV Gentle wash. Additionally, I used to have a customer who would use this for his golden retriever's shower. He was recommended this by the Vet and would often pass it for me whenever his dog pops by for a shower service. I didn't like the texture of the wash as I felt it had a rubbery texture and did not foam much. It didn't give me a feeling that my skin was well cleansed. However, the product is gentle and did not cause flare ups on my skin.
*Photo Credit: A-Derma Website
I got acquainted with this brand during one of my trips to the local drugstore. It was recommended by one of the sales promoter there when I told her I was specifically looking for a face cleanser which can be used on eczema skin. She recommended me products from this brand mostly because they were having a bundle pack promotion and she mentioned that products from A-Derma are very gentle and can be used both on the face and body. I decided to buy it because of the promoter's sincerity in promoting the products and that the products were relatively affordable with the bundle deal.
Price Range Estimates: $34.90 - $39.90SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores. I would recommend their Cleansing Oil as a regular face wash if you are looking for oil based products.
Personal Review:
1) A-derma Avoine Rhealba Exomega Emillent Cleansing Oil - $34.90/200ml - This is one of the products which came in the bundle deal. I could remember this cleansing oil and loving it for its very pleasant fragrant and effectiveness is removing dirt and impurities on my skin without ripping off my skin's moisture and having the tight feeling on my skin. This is also the first cleansing oil I've tried in replacement of my cream based facial foams. Although this product can also be used on the skin, I did not do so as I find it quite expensive to use this as a body wash.
2) A-derma Exomega Emollient Cream - 200ml - This is the 2nd product bundled together. This cream acts as a face and body moisturizer. I used it mostly for my face and neck during my eczema flares and sometimes on other parts of my hands and legs. It had a distinct smell but I find it acceptable.
3) A-derma Soothing foaming gel - $39.90/500ml - After having a positive experience from trying the above 2 products, I picked up this product to try as they were having another bundle deal promotion and I was looking for a new body foam. I am currently using my 2nd bottle of body foam and I find it gentle for use as a regular body foam. I find my arms and legs less drying after switching to this body foam and had been using this ever since.
Have you tried any of these brands or products? What are your thoughts on them? As there are too many brands and products which I've tested. I would be breaking this post into several parts. Stay tuned for part 2 as I share with you the next few brands which I have tried.
Have you checked out the other helpful articles which I had written for Eczema Suffers too?
1. Find out 4 types of commonly found Eczema in Singapore
2. 10 Tips to fight Eczema
3. 4 Types of food you need to fight Eczema
4. Facials suitable for Eczema Sufferer
5. 5 Essential Oils for the Eczema Sufferer
For more snippets of me, beauty, fashion, lifestyle, food and product reviews do follow me on my social channels:
Pearlywerkz FB | Pearlywerkz IG | Pearlywerkz WWW
For collaboration opportunities please email me at: pearlywerkz@outlook.com
Disclaimer:
1. Words expressed in this article are based solely on my personal experience and research.
2. All photographs on this article belongs to the respective companies.
3. This is a non-sponsored post. Products obtained were either bought, samples from respective website or from a product trial site.
4. Prices and where to purchase are to the best of my knowledge, subjected to store and site promotions.
5. If I have tried the products, I have either tested the products personally for at least 3 weeks or more.
If you wish to join me in my living with eczema journey, you may drop me an email at pearlywerkz@outlook.com. I welcome comments, suggestions, sharing, questions, or sponsorship of products suitable for eczema sufferers.
In the quest to find the best eczema friendly products, I'll be compiling a list of brands who claims that their products are suitable for Eczema Sufferers. I'm sharing with you my unbias reviews if I have personally tried any of them and their range of products are listed randomly, and not in order of my personal preference.
I noticed that many brands had came up with their own range of Eczema friendly products over the last decade. This could be because more people are being affected by Eczema and needed products that would tailor to their specific skin type. Marketers on the other hand, seize this opportunity and would like a share in the pie.
#1: Physiogel
*Photo Credit: Physiogel Website
Physiogel launched their Physiogel Calming Relief series of products which comprises of the following products targeted for dry, irritated, itchy and reactive skin. They claimed that their products are suitable for Atopic Eczema-prone skin and will provide long-lasting moisture relief.
"Suitable for atopic eczema-prone skin, Calming Relief A.I Cream contains Biomimic Technology and a skin soothing complex of essential lipids called Palmitamide MEA (PEA) to strengthen and repair the skin’s moisture barrier." Physiogel
Physiogel Calming Relief range makes use of the Biomimic Technology which contains lipids similar to those found naturally in our skin. It mimics your skin's natural structure to restore the hydration your skin needs to stay strong and visibly healthy. The products in this range is structured to adapt naturally to your skin.
- Physiogel A.I. Body Lotion $30.90/100ml | $56.90/200ml | $89.90/400ml
- Physiogel Gentle Cream Cleanser
- Physiogel Anti-redness Day Cream SPF 20
- Physiogel Anti-redness Serum
- Physiogel A.I Restoring Lipid Balm
- Physiogel A.I Cream $48.50/100ml
Price Range Estimates: $26.90 - $89.90 SGD
Where to purchase: Local Supermarkets, drugstores, Qoo10, Redmart.
Personal Review: During one of my eczema outbreak sometime in 2017, I managed to grab hold of their sachet samples for their A.I cream and anti-redness face serum. Their cream formula is quite watery in texture, without much scent and feels light on the skin.
They seemed to work well on my skin during my trial period. I had since purchased their retailed size A.I cream and Gentle Cream Cleanser. I only realized this that the cream cleanser was merely a make-up remover and not a facial cleanser after using it for several times. The name of this product is quite misleading. It worked fairly well as a make-up remover and can only remove very light facial make-up. Their A.I cream also doesn't seem to have much effect on my easily irritated skin.
I had since then, moved on from using Physiogel's Calming Relief range of products.
*Photo Credit: Eau Thermale Avene Facebook
Eau Thermale Avene is a quite a popular brand known for their products towards sensitive skin. I first came to know about this brand through my mother. She loved their sunblock. I first take notice of their brand when they launched their XeraCalm products. XeraCalm products was produced under Pierre Fabre Laboratories after 12 years of research.
About XeraCalm products/Ingredients:
I-Modulia
They are formulated with I-Modulia, a biotechnological innovation that reduces itch due to dry skin, soothes redness/irritations due to skin hyperreactivity, allowing your skin to protect itself again.
Cer-Omega
Repairs, nourishes the skin and strengthens the protective hydrolipidic film.
Avene Thermal Spring Water
Soothens the skin reduces discomfort, soften your skin. Leaves your skin soft, smooth and comfortable.
There were 2 star products from this range.
- XeraCalm lipid replenishing cream $49.90/200ml
Price Range Estimates: $49.90 - $79.90 SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores & Shopee.
Personal Review: I've always wanted to try their XeraCalm but they ran out of samples very quickly in stores. As they are quite pricey, so as of now i haven't got a chance to try their products. Let me know how they fare if you get a chance to try them.
#3: Cetaphil
*Photo Credit: Cetaphil Facebook
Cetaphil had been in the market for the longest time. They were also one of the pioneers in skincare. I first came about this brand through a workshop at my work place where we learn about self-care for our skin. My then trainer recommended Cetaphil Gentle skin cleanser as a face wash which suits majority of the skin types.
I was also often recommended the Cetaphil Gentle skin cleanser as a body wash by my GP for normal showering use during my eczema suffering adult life. My GP mentioned that even though my eczema outbreak is on my face or hands, I should ensure that I use only a gentle skin cleanser. He repeatedly emphasized that I should not use a commercial branded body wash even if it states suitable for sensitive skin.
I had been using Cetaphil products for the longest time, from their Gentle Skin Cleanser, to their range of Restorderm products and recently i have also managed to try the new improved Cetaphil skin restoring wash and moisturizer with the Home Tester Club. Their products are formulated with Filaggrin Technology™, ceramide precursors, sunflowerseed oil and shea butter, for itch relief, reducing flare ups, to restore the skin's barrier and retain moisture.
Two main products formulated by Cetaphil for the eczema skin sufferer included in their Pro Ad Derma Range which was previously known as Restoraderm:
- Skin Restoring Wash $29.90/295ml
- Skin Restoring Moisturizer $49.90/295ml
Price Range Estimates: $29.90 - $49.90SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores, supermarket, Lazada, & Qoo10.
Personal Review: I've been an active user of Cetaphil products especially their skin cleanser, since it was recommended by my GP. I had since then, been using their restoring wash and moisturizer during my skin flares and I find these an improvement over their previous Restoraderm in terms of the product's texture.
Their newer range has better texture and are easily absorbed by my skin compared to the previous version which had a richer texture and took longer to absorb. I also use their moisturizer as my daily, regular moisturizer. My husband had also benefited from the use of Cetaphil Skin Restoring Moisturizer and find it helpful during a one-time sudden rash outbreak from using a body wash. I would recommend Cetaphil to people living with eczema skin looking for an affordable solution as their products are more affordable for daily use.
Cetaphil's products had helped me greatly in my eczema control and flares as they moisturize my skin deeply without stripping off my skin's moisture.
*Photo Credit: QV Website
QV range of products had been in the market for quite a long time as well. They are known for their QV gentle wash and they are more focused on marketing efforts for their sensitive skin care compared to eczema skin care. They do however have their own "eczema" focused products marketed for "extremely dry and sensitive skin." This is another brand which is highly recommended by GPs.
I have never tried their products in the Intensive care range but I've tried their QV Gentle wash as well as various products under their sub-brands.
I've asked QV Singapore on their Facebook page for products to recommend for Eczema skin and was rather surprised that they replied "QV cream". They did not specifically recommend products from their Eczema range.
Price Range Estimates: $13.36 - $36.80SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores, supermarket, Lazada, & Qoo10. QV products are on the affordable range. If you are having mild eczema products, you can try out their gentle washes.
Personal Review:
1) Egoderm Cream - I randomly picked up this cream from the drugstore, specifically to use this on my eczema patch of skin around my leg areas, but couldn't tolerate the smell of the cream. It didn't help me much in my eczema and I discontinued the use of this cream.
2) Pinetarsol bath Oil/Solution - I vaguely remembered trying out either of these solutions during my primary school years. The solution was yellowish in colour and had a very strong "sulfuric" scent in it. Although I resent the smell, I was told to soak my legs in this as a leg bath as I had very bad eczema on my legs when I was younger. This product did not helped me.
3) QV Face Rescue Gel - I had very bad eczema flares on my face around my cheeks areas and picked up this product from the drugstore to try. I remembered using up as it was only 25g and moved on after it soothing my flares but not healing them. I still had skin flares on my face when I utilized this product.
4) QV Gentle Wash - I had a chance to try out a sample for the QV Gentle wash. Additionally, I used to have a customer who would use this for his golden retriever's shower. He was recommended this by the Vet and would often pass it for me whenever his dog pops by for a shower service. I didn't like the texture of the wash as I felt it had a rubbery texture and did not foam much. It didn't give me a feeling that my skin was well cleansed. However, the product is gentle and did not cause flare ups on my skin.
*Photo Credit: A-Derma Website
I got acquainted with this brand during one of my trips to the local drugstore. It was recommended by one of the sales promoter there when I told her I was specifically looking for a face cleanser which can be used on eczema skin. She recommended me products from this brand mostly because they were having a bundle pack promotion and she mentioned that products from A-Derma are very gentle and can be used both on the face and body. I decided to buy it because of the promoter's sincerity in promoting the products and that the products were relatively affordable with the bundle deal.
Price Range Estimates: $34.90 - $39.90SGD (Prices are estimates & may vary with store promotion)
Where to purchase: Local drugstores. I would recommend their Cleansing Oil as a regular face wash if you are looking for oil based products.
Personal Review:
1) A-derma Avoine Rhealba Exomega Emillent Cleansing Oil - $34.90/200ml - This is one of the products which came in the bundle deal. I could remember this cleansing oil and loving it for its very pleasant fragrant and effectiveness is removing dirt and impurities on my skin without ripping off my skin's moisture and having the tight feeling on my skin. This is also the first cleansing oil I've tried in replacement of my cream based facial foams. Although this product can also be used on the skin, I did not do so as I find it quite expensive to use this as a body wash.
2) A-derma Exomega Emollient Cream - 200ml - This is the 2nd product bundled together. This cream acts as a face and body moisturizer. I used it mostly for my face and neck during my eczema flares and sometimes on other parts of my hands and legs. It had a distinct smell but I find it acceptable.
3) A-derma Soothing foaming gel - $39.90/500ml - After having a positive experience from trying the above 2 products, I picked up this product to try as they were having another bundle deal promotion and I was looking for a new body foam. I am currently using my 2nd bottle of body foam and I find it gentle for use as a regular body foam. I find my arms and legs less drying after switching to this body foam and had been using this ever since.
Have you tried any of these brands or products? What are your thoughts on them? As there are too many brands and products which I've tested. I would be breaking this post into several parts. Stay tuned for part 2 as I share with you the next few brands which I have tried.
Have you checked out the other helpful articles which I had written for Eczema Suffers too?
1. Find out 4 types of commonly found Eczema in Singapore
2. 10 Tips to fight Eczema
3. 4 Types of food you need to fight Eczema
4. Facials suitable for Eczema Sufferer
5. 5 Essential Oils for the Eczema Sufferer
For more snippets of me, beauty, fashion, lifestyle, food and product reviews do follow me on my social channels:
Pearlywerkz FB | Pearlywerkz IG | Pearlywerkz WWW
For collaboration opportunities please email me at: pearlywerkz@outlook.com
Disclaimer:
1. Words expressed in this article are based solely on my personal experience and research.
2. All photographs on this article belongs to the respective companies.
3. This is a non-sponsored post. Products obtained were either bought, samples from respective website or from a product trial site.
4. Prices and where to purchase are to the best of my knowledge, subjected to store and site promotions.
5. If I have tried the products, I have either tested the products personally for at least 3 weeks or more.
If you wish to join me in my living with eczema journey, you may drop me an email at pearlywerkz@outlook.com. I welcome comments, suggestions, sharing, questions, or sponsorship of products suitable for eczema sufferers.
