Aveeno Products for Dry, Itchy, or Irritated Skin

Written by Beth Johnston, BCPS, PharmD
Medically Reviewed by Rachel Maynard, PharmD on November 17, 2025

Many Aveeno products can be used to help with itchy or irritated skin. They often contain the following types of ingredients.

  • Skin protectant (calamine, colloidal oatmeal, glycerin). These ingredients help restore moisture to the skin and seem to soothe or help with skin itching and irritation.
  • External analgesic (pramoxine) works to reduce itching and pain by temporarily blocking nerve signals.
  • Topical anti-itch (hydrocortisone) may help reduce inflammation in your skin by calming down the immune system’s defense cells (white blood cells). It may also stop these cells from releasing substances that cause inflammation. It may also narrow blood vessels where they are applied, which may help reduce swelling.

Some Aveeno products do not specify a specific age limit for use. However, when age limitations are included, there are Aveeno products for adults and children as young as 6 months old.

Aveeno products are generally well tolerated. Side effects may vary depending on the ingredients in the specific product you are using.

Stop using the medicine if you develop a rash or hives. Get medical help right away if you have signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips, or throat.

Aveeno products are for external use only. You should not swallow them or get them in your eyes.

Some Aveeno products may have limitations on where or how they can be used. For example, some products should not be used on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Follow any specific instructions or limitations mentioned in the product labeling for the specific product you are using.

Stop using any Aveeno product if your condition seems to get worse instead of better, lasts longer than seven days, or gets better, but then gets worse again within a few days.

There may be side effects, additional warnings, and interactions with other medicines that are not listed here. These may vary depending on the combination of ingredients in the specific Aveeno product you are using. Always check the label before taking any over-the-counter medicine. Do not use more than is recommended. Talk to your health care provider or pharmacist about your health conditions and other medicines to help determine which products are safe for you.

Use the tables below to help you find the best product to treat your symptoms.

Colloidal Oatmeal Active Ingredient Aveeno Products to Help Relieve Minor Skin Irritation and Itching

Products  Product Highlights

Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment

Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Soothing Bath Treatment

  • For use in the bath for 15 to 30 minutes as needed
  • Pat dry instead of rubbing after use to keep some on your skin
  • Use a mat in the shower or bath to avoid slipping
  • Soaking too long may overdry the skin in some conditions
  • Packets of colloidal oatmeal are sprinkled into water
Aveeno Eczema Therapy Rescue Relief Treatment Gel Cream
  • Apply as needed for rashes or eczema
  • Lightweight gel formulation
Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream
  • Apply as needed for rashes or eczema
  • Cream formulation

Aveeno Eczema Therapy Nighttime Itch Relief Balm

Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm

  • Apply as needed for rashes or eczema
  • Nongreasy balm formulations
Aveeno Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin
  • Apply as needed for rashes, eczema, insect bites, or reactions from poison ivy, oak, or sumac
  • Nongreasy balm formulation

Noncolloidal Oatmeal Active Ingredient Aveeno Products to Help Relieve Itching 

Products  Product Highlights
Aveeno Maximum Strength Anti-Itch Cream (hydrocortisone)
  • For use up to 4 times per day if you are 2 years or older
  • Not for diaper rash unless recommended by your health care provider
  • Avoid using other medicines that have hydrocortisone in them
Aveeno Anti-Itch Concentrated Lotion (calamine, pramoxine)
  • For use up to 4 times per day if you are 2 years or older
  • May help dry oozing or weeping from poison ivy, oak, or sumac
  • Do not tightly bandage the area where applied
  • Avoid use on wounds or skin that is damaged

Glycerin Active Ingredient Aveeno Product to Help Relieve Chaffed, Chapped, Or Cracked Skin

Products  Product Highlights
Aveeno Skin Relief Healing Ointment
  • Apply as needed
  • May also protect the skin against cold and windy weather
  • May soften and relieve dryness from cold sores or fever blisters