3. Skip the Hotel Soaps and Lotions
Soaps, creams, and lotions can aggravate any form of eczema, so unless a product is labeled for use on sensitive skin, it’s probably best to opt for your own tried-and-true cleansing and moisturizing items, Van Onselen says.
Although you may not be able to bring them with you in your carry-on, you should make sure to pack the face and body washes, cleansers, and moisturizers you use at home in your checked bag, so you have access to them on your trip. You can also check whether the city you’re visiting has local pharmacies or drugstores that carry your preferred skin care items, she says.
This applies to your laundry, too. Before handing over your laundry, check what detergent your hotel uses to ensure it’s fragrance-free and hypoallergenic (unlikely to cause allergic reactions), Perez says. “Hotel products frequently contain fragrances, dyes, essential oils, and surfactants that are known irritants and contact allergens in AD and best avoided,” she says.
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