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Uriage Xemose Lipid-Replenishing Anti-Irritation Cerat, €19.50, selected pharmacies nationwide

The Xemose range is aimed at sufferers of eczema, but if you have skin that is dry and itchy in the extreme, it is worth checking out. This rich cream is suitable for face and body; it relieves itching and reinforces the skin’s barrier to irritation. As with all Uriage products, it’s packed with thermal spring water, and the mineral content is very calming. “This is massively, immediately soothing.” said a panellist. “With ongoing use, I got relief from scaly, dry skin.”