In today’s post, we will be talking about the best creams for ichthyosis (face and body) and we have chosen these creams based on how commonly they were used, tested, and recommended by people with ichthyosis.

This is a lotion/cream that was recommended by people with ichthyosis and helps with the symptoms of very dry skin. It contains urea at a concentration of 10% which helps prevent excessive moisture loss, peel away dead or dry skin, and provides intensive hydration to restore moisture balance.

Pros:

• It helps in alleviating acute itching.

• It relieves dry and flaky skin.

• It smoothes rough and flaky skin.

Cons:

• None.

Indication

It’s used for extremely dry skin and conditions associated with atopic eczema, diabetes, and psoriasis.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, Hexyldecanol, Hexyldecyl Laurate, Urea, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Cera alba, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate.

This is another lotion/cream that is used to treat forms of ichthyosis, keratosis, dry skin, psoriasis, and many more.

G16 Skin Repair leaves an unnoticeable micro-layer of lotion on the skin to hydrate it throughout the day whilst penetrating deep where it is needed. You will only notice it when you bathe and you realize that you are washing the lotion off.

Pros:

• It is non-greasy.

• It soaks into the skin fast with no clamminess.

• You can see results in only 2 weeks.

• It is extremely nourishing and moisturizing.

Cons:

• It is very expensive and has mixed reviews.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, shea butter, lactic acid, jojoba oil, allow, paraben white oil, vitamin B5, hydroxyacetic acid, cetearyl alcohol, vitamin E, and allantoin.

This is a highly recommended lotion/cream by people with ichthyosis and they have seen positive results with it.

Pros:

• It is a prescription-strength moisturizing lotion for extra dry or rough skin.

• It contains lactic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid, which is an extremely effective natural skin moisturizing agent.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Purified Water, Ammonium Lactate, (Light) Mineral Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Stearate, Glycerin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Laureth-4, Cetyl Alcohol, Methylcellulose, Methylparaben, Propylparaben

This is a highly recommended daily moisturizing lotion/cream as it contains 12% lactic acid that helps to shed severely dry skin through gentle exfoliation.

There will be mild stinging when applying it to severely dry skin, but discontinue use if it persists.

Pros:

• It moisturizes rough, dry skin.

• It gently exfoliates the skin and leaves the skin soft and smooth.

• It is fragrance-free, non-greasy, and paraben-free

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water (Aqua), Ammonium Lactate, Mineral Oil, Steareth-21, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Steareth-2, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate.

Eucerin has been known for making some really good urea creams and has been used by many people with dry skin conditions. This is also a urea cream and provides 48 hours of hydration.

Pros:

• It smoothes rough and bumpy skin.

• It is enriched with urea, lactic acid, and ceramides.

• It is fragrance and dye-free

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Urea, Glycerin, Isopropyl Stearate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glyceryl Glucoside, Sodium Lactate, Shea Butter, Nylon-12, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate-Polyhydroxystearate-Sebacate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arginine HCL, Sodium PCA, Lactic Acid, Carnitine, Mannitol, Serine, Sucrose, Histidine, Ceramide NP, Alanine, Lysine, Citrulline, Glycogen, Threonine, Glutamic Acid, Sodium Chloride, 1-2 Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate.

This is a salicylic acid cream that can exfoliate, soften, and smooth rough and bumpy skin. It is designed to improve skin texture and soften very dry, rough skin. It is formulated with lactic acid and salicylic acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and bumpy skin as well as hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to hydrate and calm the skin. It is fragrance-free.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA/WATER/EAU, GLYCERIN, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SALICYLIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, CETYL ALCOHOL, AMMONIUM LACTATE, BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, ZEA MAYS OIL/CORN OIL, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, DIMETHICONE, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLECALCIFEROL, CHOLESTEROL, PHENOXYETHANOL, DISODIUM EDTA, TOCOPHEROL, PROPYLPARABEN, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHAN GUM.

This is a lotion/cream that can help with dry, rough, and uncomfortable sensitive skin. It also helps with skin irregularities and flaking.

Pros:

• It helps eliminate flaking, roughness, and discomfort and regain suppleness and softness.

• It contains 10% urea along with panthenol, plant oils, and butter to protect it from external aggressions responsible for skin dryness (chlorine, limescale, rubbing of clothes, etc.).

• It moisturizes the skin for 48 hours.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA/WATER/EAU, UREA, COCONUT OIL, GLYCERIN, SHEA BUTTER, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CANOLA OIL, BORAGO OFFICINALIS SEED OIL, SILICA, PANTHENOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM CITRATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CARBOMER, SODIUM LACTATE, HISTIDINE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, TRIACETIN, SERINE, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), CITRIC ACID, HYDROXYETHYL SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, POLYSORBATE 60, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, BACILLUS FERMENT, POTASSIUM SORBATE.

This is a fragrance-free lotion/cream that features time-released moisturizers to hydrate and relieve dry skin all day long. It provides 24 hours of continuous moisturizing.

Pros:

• It is fragrance-free, hypo-allergenic, and non-comedogenic.

• It is suitable for sensitive skin.

• It is non-greasy and absorbs quickly into the skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, Glycerin, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Butylene Glycol, Eucalyptus Globulus, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Gelatin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cholesterol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide EOP.

This is a really strong lotion/cream with 10% urea and 10% lactic acid that helps to relieve dry, rough, problem skin.

You can use this lotion/cream if you have severe forms of ichthyosis.

Pros:

• It actively exfoliates and restores moisture.

• It is non-greasy, free from fragrance, and deeply penetrates the skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water (Aqua, Eau), Urea, Lactic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Silk Amino Acids, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA.

This is another recommended cream that helps to treat ichthyosis and has many positive reviews. it is fragrance and paraben free.

What ingredients does it contain?

Glycerol, Vaseline, Liquid paraffin, Glycerol monostearate, Stearic acid, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Macrogol 600, Trolamine, Acrylamide / Acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerine, Carbomer, Purified water.

• Eucerin – 5% UREA REPAIR Face Cream

• CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizer

• CeraVe Healing Ointment

• Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Ultra-soothing Baume

All of these creams would be suitable for you. If you have a severe form of Ichthyosis, then go for thermal therapy. 

Pro Tip: you can add vegetable glycerin or oils to these creams and get more moisturization or hydration.

• Gold Bond Restoring Skin Therapy Lotion (ceramides, urea, & glycerin).

• CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

• CERAMEDX – Restoring Body Lotion (ceramides & glycerin).

• CETAPHIL Daily Smoothing Moisturizer for Rough and Bumpy Skin (20% urea).

• Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream.

• AVEENO Dermexa Daily Emollient Cream