Ask a Dermatologist: “My Lotion Isn’t Helping My Eczema — What’s a Better Moisturizer?”

Moisturizing plays a key role in managing eczema, and the right moisturizer can make all the difference. Typical lotion may not be the best option for some people with eczema. In this video, learn how to pick a moisturizer for eczema, according to Nkem Ugonabo, MD, Dermatologist in New York City.

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Lauren Smith, MA

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Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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