Question 1

is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream for dry skin on my face?

Accepted Answer

No: I wouldn't use topical steroids on your face to treat dry skin--i would recommend a good moisturizer such as aquaphor.

Question 2

is using hydrocortisone cream on my face considered safe?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It is best to avoid using Hydrocortisone creams on the face unless specifically directed by a dermatologist. Steroids, like hydrocortisone, cause sensitivity & thinning of skin that can be extreme on the face. If directed by a physician to use these on the face, use is generally advised at very low percentages for only a brief period of time and creams should be kept well away from the eyes.

Question 3

i have pimple redness on both sides of cheeks after waxing hair on my face. is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream on both sides of cheeks. ?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: It is safe, but it may not be strong enough to be effective, depending on the severity of the irritant dermatitis. If it isn't, a dermatologist can prescribe something stronger for you.

Question 4

is 2.5% hydrocortisone cream safe for face?

Accepted Answer

Face and cortisone: Yes, but it is important to not use it as a long term treatment. Very common to use it on face for 1-2 weeks if needed for a dermatitis.

Question 5

what are the long term affects of using mild hydrocortisone cream on face?

Accepted Answer

Steroids on the face: Topical steroid use on the face can be associated with scarring and discoloration.  Hydrocortisone is a low potency steroid which is safe to use sparingly for short periods of time.

Question 6

my face skin is dry and itchy sometimes,can i use hydrocortisone cream into my face? thanks

Accepted Answer

You can but: it may be more logical to apply a skin moisturizer after washing your face on a regular basis to prevent the itching.

Question 7

can you tell me is hydrocortisone cream 2.5% effective for a large pimple on face?

Accepted Answer

Pimple: no.     for a pimple use acne medication, 2.5 % cream is usually used for dermatitis, eczema and itching.

Question 8

i use head and shoulders to shower and now my balls are really dry and i think a rash .. what can i use to help ? cortizone 10 ? hydrocortisone cream ?

Accepted Answer

: Either will bo

Question 9

the first thing i did was stop using all products besides face wash and just use hydrocortisone cream. this helped for about 3 days, it made my skin dry which i thought was just healing it. i was told to put on moisturizer, as soon as i did that it?

Accepted Answer

: See the reply to your other question. See a doctor, preferably a dermatologist.

Question 10

i applied veet to takeout a mustache hair. im a girl and after hours i had rash over my face. i put hydrocortisone cream is that ok? will be cured?

Accepted Answer

Irritation aftr VEET: My face has similar reaction after applying chemicals for hair removal as you describe. A mild over-the-counter Hydrocortisone for a few doses is an excellent option to reduce the inflammation and "cure" the rash. I'd also try different products for hair removal in future. There are many options out there, and you can find one without  irritation or just go straight to hot waxing for hair removal

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Is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream on my face

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Is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream for dry skin on my face?

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Is using hydrocortisone cream on my face considered safe?

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I have pimple redness on both sides of cheeks after waxing hair on my face. is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream on both sides of cheeks. ?

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Is 2.5% hydrocortisone cream safe for face?

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What are the long term affects of using mild hydrocortisone cream on face?

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My face skin is dry and itchy sometimes,can i use hydrocortisone cream into my face? thanks

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Can you tell me is hydrocortisone cream 2.5% effective for a large pimple on face?

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I use head and shoulders to shower and now my balls are really dry and i think a rash .. what can i use to help ? cortizone 10 ? hydrocortisone cream ?

A member asked:

The first thing i did was stop using all products besides face wash and just use hydrocortisone cream. this helped for about 3 days, it made my skin dry which i thought was just healing it. i was told to put on moisturizer, as soon as i did that it?

A member asked:

I applied veet to takeout a mustache hair. im a girl and after hours i had rash over my face. i put hydrocortisone cream is that ok? will be cured?

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