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Stay comfortable in your own skin. Try these over-the-counter soothing and hydrating products that help calm current (and prevent future) flare-ups.

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Beloved by dermatologists and folks with eczema, the iconic La Roche Posay’s Lipikar Baume AP has received an upgraded formula with microresyl, an ingredient that supports a balanced and diverse microbiome.

LA ROCHE POSAY Lipikar Baume AP+M, $34, laroche-posay.ca.

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Drier air means drier skin, which can trigger a flare-up, so experts recommend adding moisture to the air with a humidifier, especially in the bedroom.

CRANE Cool Mist Blue Humidifier, $85, well.ca.

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Eczema that occurs around the eyes is the same as eczema anywhere else on the body, though the skin is up to four times thinner than face skin and far drier because it lacks sebaceous glands. This cream is specifically designed to soothe and repair, plus it can also be used as a makeup remover.

BIODERMA Atoderm Intensive Eye, $25, shoppers drugmart.ca.

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Packed with glycerin to seal in moisture and colloidal oatmeal to soothe irritated skin, this fragrance-free balm provides intense relief.

AVEENO Eczema Care Itch Relief Balm, $24, walmart.ca.

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Infused with the French brand’s famous thermal spring water, this cream delivers immediate comfort for dry, red and itchy skin affected by eczema. Created for the face and body, it also contains a protein-rich ingredient called C+ Restore that helps protect and preserve the skin barrier.

AVÈNE Cicalfate+ Restorative Skin Cream, $16, shoppers drugmart.ca.