THE O.C.T. GUARANTEE
Janine Mendes-Franco
The cost of skin care products can sometimes be prohibitive, but there are over-the-counter products that are not only trustworthy and effective, they come with a much more attractive price tag. For persistent skin conditions like eczema, which require consistency when it comes to skincare regimens, this can make all the difference—and we’re confident about recommending the La Roche-Posay and CeraVe brands.
Here’s a quick look at some of their superstar products…
LA ROCHE-POSAY
Lipikar Wash AP+ Moisturizing Body & Face Wash
This gently foaming face and body wash for dry skin uses a combination of thermal spring water and shea butter emollients to keep your skin feeling smooth, clean and well moisturised. It’s so gentle, it can be used on newborns from two weeks old. US $14.99
Lipikar Body Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin
With soothing antioxidants, shea butter emollients and glycerin for optimum hydration, this light-as-a-feather moisturiser has long-lasting effects, and is safe to use on babies from as young as six months. Cost: US $17.99
Lipikar Eczema Cream
This wonderful mixture of oatmeal-based skin protectants that reduce irritation, soothing antioxidants and shea butter has been clinically proven to relieve irritated skin, and can be used from three years and up. Cost: US $14.99
CERAVE
Eczema Creamy Oil
This gentle, fragrance-free product soothes and moisturises eczema-prone skin. Ceramides help restore the skin’s natural barrier, making skin more resilient and, paired with ingredients like colloidal oatmeal and hyaluronic acid, go a long way to keeping you more comfortable in your skin.
Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream
Great for treating eczema rashes, this is a welcome balm for itchy skin, offering long-lasting relief. Ceramides once again prevent moisture loss, while its other ingredients—like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide—provide additional hydration and anti-inflammatory benefits.
All these La Roche-Posay and CeraVe products carry the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™, and are available via Amazon.com, online pharmacies and at pharmacies throughout Trinidad and Tobago. You can also purchase online at the respective brand websites, here and here.